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Protect your business with security awareness training

SiteLock

Unaware : Password hygiene is a huge problem that puts personal and business data at risk. Many employees are unaware using the same password across multiple personal is a significant security risk. The reason many employees use the same passwords across all work accounts is simple – they can keep track of them all.

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Strong Encryption Explained: 6 Encryption Best Practices

eSecurity Planet

Strong encryption keys are passwords for encryption. The longer the password or the more complex the password, the more difficult it will be to guess. The longer the key, the stronger the security. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) introduced wireless security as part of the IEEE 802.11

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How to Remove Malware: Removal Steps for Windows & Mac

eSecurity Planet

Log on to your Mac by entering your device password. Get the Free Cybersecurity Newsletter Strengthen your organization's IT security defenses by keeping up to date on the latest cybersecurity news, solutions, and best practices. Hold the Shift button and select Continue in Safe Mode. To exit Safe Mode, restart your Macbook.

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What Is Encryption? Definition, How it Works, & Examples

eSecurity Planet

Cryptographic keys can be random numbers, products of large prime numbers, points on an ellipse, or a password generated by a user. Weak passwords and short key lengths often allow quick results for brute force attacks that attempt to methodically guess the key to decrypt the data.

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Security Awareness Training across an SMB Organization

Spinone

This is especially true in the world of security. The best security defenses can be totally compromised by a single individual making the wrong decision, either accidentally or knowingly. Password Security The password is the primary authentication mechanism still used in environments today to verify identity.

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Network Security Architecture: Best Practices & Tools

eSecurity Planet

The basic elements of a fundamental network include: Network equipment: Controls data flow between devices and commonly includes physical and virtual switches, wired or wireless routers, modems, and hubs. For more specialized network security architecture information, consider reading about cloud security best practices and tips.