Although it ought to be a basic task, patch management has nearly gotten out of control. Many vendors, to their…
Author: Alienor
Alienor is a technical writer at Plixer. She especially enjoys writing about the latest infosec news and creating guides and tips that readers can use to keep their information safe. When she’s not writing, Alienor spends her time cooking Japanese cuisine, watching movies, and playing Monster Hunter.
IoT in Healthcare: Managing The Opportunity & The Risk
Posted on - by Alienor
It’s an exciting time in medicine. Technology is constantly making healthcare more accessible, more precise, and more convenient. For instance,…
Quantum Cryptography Explained: Applications, Disadvantages, & How It Works
Posted on - by Alienor
As we’ve inched closer and closer to quantum computing, quantum cryptography has become a greater concern. We haven’t yet created…
The Network Layers Explained [with examples]
Posted on - by Alienor
In computer science, the concept of network layers is a framework that helps to understand complex network interactions. There are…
Network Analytics: What It Is, How It’s Used, and Who Benefits the Most
Posted on - by Alienor
Simply put, network analytics is the practice of using different types of network data to identify trends and patterns. Then,…
On Protecting Customer Data: What Happens After Bankruptcy?
Posted on - by Alienor
In my experience, most conversations on how to protect customer data revolve around active companies. Certainly important, but what about…
How to Build a Strategic IT Budget and Get the C-Suite to Recognize Your Value
Posted on - by Alienor
IT budgets require a lot of thought, but the process of planning, organizing, and presenting your budget doesn’t have to…
What is a Data Silo and Why is It Bad for Your Organization?
Posted on - by Alienor
Data silos, while common, are huge sources of inefficiency in any department or organization. This problem is exacerbated in IT,…
This WannaCry Phishing Email is an Empty Threat
Posted on - by Alienor
One of last year’s biggest threats is rearing its ugly head again in the form of a WannaCry phishing email…
Watch Out for GDPR Phishing Scams
Posted on - by Alienor
The EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) goes into effect starting today. Even if you don’t follow news related to…
