Blog Post #6

1. How do engineers make cyber networks safer?  Engineers work hard to beef up cyber networks in a few very big ways. They build in strong security features like firewalls and encryption to keep hackers out and data safe. They make sure systems are always updated with the latest patches and fixes to plug up…

Blog Post #5

1. How can you tell if your computer is safe?  Making sure your computer is safe involves a few key things security software is a great place to start. Get good antivirus and anti-malware software. These tools scan for threats and stop viruses, malware, and other bad stuff from messing up your system. Another thing…

Blog Post #4

What are the costs and benefits of developing cybersecurity programs in business? Developing cybersecurity programs in business involves navigating both costs and benefits critical for protecting assets, maintaining trust with stakeholders, and ensuring operational resilience.  Costs:  Investment: Implementing cybersecurity requires a significant upfront investment in technology, infrastructure, and skilled personnel. This includes acquiring and setting…

Blog Post #3

How has cyber technology created opportunities for workplace deviance?  There are dozens of ways in which modern technologies have created opportunities for workplace deviance, some of which I myself have been guilty of engaging in, at some points in my life. Surely the most common thing that new technology has directly caused is “cyberloafing” the…

Blog Post #2

1. Describe four ethical issues that arise when storing electronic information about individuals.  2. Compare cybersecurity risks in the U.S. and another country.  The U.S. boasts a highly developed digital infrastructure, including extensive use of cloud services, IoT devices, and interconnected networks, which increases the attack surface for cyber threats in relation to other countries,…

Blog Post #1

Why are you interested in cybersecurity technology? I am interested in cybersecurity because I was exposed in small ways to it during my time in the Navy, and it was/is my favorite aspect of the job, When I say “in small ways” I really do mean that, I’ve only had the chance to do and…