Howard Solomon

Currently a freelance writer, I'm the former editor of ITWorldCanada.com and Computing Canada. An IT journalist since 1997, I've written for several of ITWC's sister publications including ITBusiness.ca and Computer Dealer News. Before that I was a staff reporter at the Calgary Herald and the Brampton (Ont.) Daily Times. I can be reached at hsolomon [@] soloreporter.com

Articles by Howard Solomon

Telus shows how big data and privacy can work together

Carrier de-identifies data but is still able to send targeted offers to customers. Read how

Dell CSO shares lesson from Target breach

'You don't get fired for being breached,' Dell's CSO tells the Toronto audience of a recent health-care event. It's how you react that could make the difference.

Most websites have serious vulnerabilities, says report

Eighty-six per cent of customer sites had at least one serious hole, says WhiteHat Security. Read its advice for solutions

Hackers are finding Canada: Report

Trend Micro figures show that Canada was seventh in countries affected by RAM scrapers, ninth in those hit by ransomware

Firms will be ‘crushed’ if public loses trust over their data, warns Cicso exec

The way to conquor privacy fears is to establish trust over how personal data is collected. Here's eight tips to follow, and why

Canadians rank 26th on phishing test

Online test of the ability to spot phishing scams suggests more education is needed

Microsoft lifts the lid on new browser security improvements

The Edge browser will have a number of big changes for enterprises, including no support for ActiveX, VML or Toolbars. Read more

A day to push password security

The annual campaign reminding people to follow safe password practices is back. Spread the word

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