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How to block intruders

In the old days, firewalls were often enough to keep hackers out of IT systems. But now vendors are rolling out intrusion prevention systems which block suspicious traffic. How some vendors are combining firewalls with other functions.

Accused software pirate denounces Microsoft

Redmond says he's breaking a licence agreement by re-importing Egyptian software to the U.S.; he claims the software giant is simply trying to stifle free trade

How to tell if you

The Internet Storm Center has warned of a malware attack affecting databases. How to see if your site has been hit using a Google search

Threat prediction a flawed security approach

The less we focus on specific threats and the more we accept uncertainty, the better we can prepare for new threats

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Security Training Resource Kit

Experts say that training can reduce security incidents by anywhere from 45% to 70%. "We asked ourselves why security training couldn't be fun as well as informative." IT World Canada and it's creative arm, Amazing! Agency have created some training materials which actually make security training engaging and interesting. Each unit starts with a fun video or interactive game and let's you get the interest of the group....

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Amazon Canada device lineup 2023: Alexa gets more ChatGPT-like; Echo series expands; FireTVs, Tablets, Ring and more

Generative AI, geeky new Echo features and smarter TVs and tablets headlined at Amazon’s annual fall hardware event. Here’s a list of everything coming...

30 valuable hidden iPhone features [Part 1]

Using these ten hidden iPhone features will make your iPhone experience more productive and valuable.

10 free cybersecurity awareness training courses you can take today

A list of 10 organizations that are offering free cybersecurity awareness training courses to help you understand and report security threats and breaches.

Has your iPhone been hacked?

We've listed 13 ways hackers can compromise iPhones and highlighted ways to protect yourself and your data.