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Shoppers warned of increased cyber risk as online shopping takes over

Mon, 14th Nov 2016
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More than half of UK consumers now do the majority of their shopping online, but hackers are also taking advantage.
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What you need to know about the Mirai botnet behind recent major DDoS attacks

Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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A DDoS on DNS provider Dyn last week managed to disrupt an array of the internet's biggest websites, including Paypal. Here's what you need to know.
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Ovum on gigabit broadband: Is it speed for speed's sake?

Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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Is there a genuine need for speeds of 1Gbps or more? Equipment vendors want to think so, but service providers Ovum has spoken to are less certain.
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The dangers of in-flight Wi-Fi: Airplanes 'unique' hacking grounds

Wed, 19th Oct 2016
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In-flight Wi-Fi poses security risks as hackers can easily access passenger data, according to cybersecurity firm NordVPN.
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Heavy investment by Chinese govt creates opportunities for data center market

Mon, 5th Sep 2016
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China's data center market is set to grow 13% from 2016-2020, driven by increased adoption of cloud-based services and big data analytics.
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Web filtering for business: Keep your secrets safe, and keep your employees happy

Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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Bottom line: The open internet sounds wonderful, but there is content that simply should be blocked by every organisation for its own protection.
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Vendors to rely on partnerships for managed security as BYOD drives deception technology

Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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Demand for deception technology set to rise in response to identity and data theft, says Technavio. Global market expected to grow at 9% CAGR by 2020.
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Tips for securing wireless networks in the IoT era

Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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​Look up digital disruption in the dictionary and it's likely you'll see the Internet of Things (IoT) sitting there proudly as an example.
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Sophos Wireless helps partners simplify Wi-Fi protection

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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Sophos has just introduced its first cloud-based solution for the protection and management of wireless networks.
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Types of VPN networks and how they work: Do you know which kind to use?

Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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No doubt you are already aware of the importance of using VPN networks to guarantee the privacy of your information.
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Wi-Fi and connected devices increase security risks

Mon, 20th Jun 2016
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World Wi-Fi Day aims to bridge the digital divide and highlight the risks of public Wi-Fi, according to security specialist ESET.
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Cavium's latest a 'complete cloud data center solution'

Wed, 1st Jun 2016
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Cavium showcases CloudScale Rack, enabling cloud data centers using its product portfolio. #semiconductors #datacenter.
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IoT Vulnerability: How to protect your smart home from security threats

Tue, 24th May 2016
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With more than 5 million new devices being connected to the Internet everyday, vulnerability of IoT devices is a trending topic.
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When it comes to wireless networks, security can't be an afterthought

Tue, 17th May 2016
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Organisations must prioritise security in wireless network deployment to protect against hackers, according to Wavelink's Ilan Rubin.
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Cisco leads IoT security market, followed by Intel and Symantec

Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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The growing number of connected devices is driving demand for IoT security, says Amrita Choudhury, analyst at Technavio.
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Brocade snaps up Ruckus in $1.2 billion deal

Tue, 5th Apr 2016
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Brocade gears up for digital era with a $1.2bn acquisition of Wi-Fi leader Ruckus, aiming for top tech innovation platform.
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Information security professionals may not be prepared for IoT after all

Tue, 15th Mar 2016
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Despite rising concerns over IoT threats, new research reveals that information security professionals lack the tools and resources to mitigate these risks.
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Top 10 Internet of Things technologies for 2017-2018

Wed, 24th Feb 2016
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The Internet of Things will pose significant challenges for organisations due to the immaturity of technologies and lack of skills, says Gartner.
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Will your trusted digital device become your biggest enemy?

Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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As digital devices become a staple of people's every day lives, personal and private information is increasingly at risk.
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Cyber security knowledge on the rise, but is it enough?

Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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On the whole, people appreciate how much technology has improved their lives, but the risk of personal information being exposed is on their minds.