Computer Security

In the tradition of Michael Lewis and Tom Wolfe, a fascinating and frightening behind-the-scenes look at the interconnected cultures of hackers, security specialists, and law enforcement. A cybersecurity professional turned journalist, Kate Fazzini illuminates the many lies companies and governments tell us about our security, the lies criminals tell to get ahead, and the lies security leaders tell to make us think they are better at their jobs than they are.

You are about to learn how to ace CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) exams - the easy way to grow your IT career!

In a world of digital technology, it’s easy to forget one sobering fact: Our identity can be stolen from under our noses, with one click of the mouse, propelling us into nightmares in a matter of minutes, anytime, anywhere, and on any one of our darling gadgets. Cybercrimes, malware, botnets, and all forms of digital threats are ever more sophisticated, waiting in the shadows for that one opportunity to steal your sensitive information.

Before Edward Snowden's infamous data breach, the largest theft of government secrets was committed by an ingenious traitor whose intricate espionage scheme and complex system of coded messages were made even more baffling by his dyslexia. His name is Brian Regan, but he came to be known as the Spy Who Couldn't Spell.

A compendium of essential information for the modern security entrepreneur and practitioner. This audiobook provides essential direction for those who want to succeed in security, either individually or as part of a team. It also aims to stimulate some fresh ideas and provide new market routes for security professionals who may feel they are underappreciated and overexerted in traditional business domains.

In today's digital landscape, cybersecurity is not just a technical issue—it's a business imperative. "Cybersecurity for Entrepreneurs" is your essential guide to safeguarding your small business from the ever-growing threat of cyber attacks.

It's something you have probably heard about in some Hollywood blockbuster - the deep web. It's the last online frontier. The place where you can say what you want, do what you want, and buy whatever you want. But there is so much more to the deep web than the Hollywood picture of a lawless frontier land. Sure, there are illicit elements to it. It can be a dangerous place if you don't know what you are doing. But, with all that, it should be remembered what the deep web is all about - it's about freedom of speech in a world of censorship and political correctness.

Every organization needs a strong security program. One recent study estimated that a hacker attack occurs somewhere every 37 seconds. Since security programs are only as effective as a team's willingness to follow their rules and protocols, it's increasingly necessary to have not just a widely accessible gold standard of security, but also a practical plan for rolling it out and getting others on board with following it. Security Awareness for Dummies gives you the blueprint for implementing this sort of holistic and hyper-secure program in your organization.

Rules in our traditional financial systems were once dictated by the powerful and the rich. However, this is all about to change. The crypto revolution is upon us, and it’s exponential rate of adoption is expected to lead humanity into a new age of wealth and utility. Unfortunately, blockchains and cryptocurrencies still remain to be among the most misunderstood technologies of the digital age.

This eye-opening book provides vital information that has been out of reach to those who need it most—the millions of Facebook, Google, Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft users who have come to love and depend upon these digital products. Veteran consumer advocate Jane Hoffman makes the complex world of Big Tech simple to grasp as she reveals exactly how Big Tech uses—and abuses—your personal information. And she proposes a bold blueprint for reforming these corporate behemoths.

The Security Intelligence Handbook is your definitive guide for proactive risk reduction. This edition has been updated to include a new foreword about the unprecedented state of cyber and physical security, a sharpened focus on six critical security functions, an expanded discussion of security intelligence’s applications for specific teams, and a new conclusion that explores the results you may achieve with security intelligence.

From the basics of the internet to the fight for healthcare privacy and security that is so critical to our aging population, Senior Cyber offers simple advice and expertise for all levels of internet experience. Whether you are a parent, grandparent, great-grandparent, or the son or daughter of one, this book is designed with your concerns in mind. Practical cybersecurity advice and examples affecting seniors put Senior Cyber atop any listening list for those helping others or themselves to stay cyber safe.

Hacking will demand your full dedication and interest and also a desire and a craving for knowledge and constant advancement. If your goal is to be a hacker, this is the audiobook to start with! This audiobook contains proven steps and strategies on how to hack a wireless network, carry out a penetration test, and so much more. It gives an insight to the most used hacking techniques and how to develop your basic skills.

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more and more woven into our everyday lives—and underpins so much of the infrastructure we rely on—the ethical, security, and privacy implications require a critical approach that draws not simply on the programming and algorithmic foundations of the technology. Bringing together legal studies, philosophy, cybersecurity, and academic literature, Beyond the Algorithm examines these complex issues with a comprehensive, easy-to-understand analysis and overview.

Combating cybercrime is a necessity of doing business in the 21st century. Financial and identity thefts occur with annoying frequency, and no executive today can afford to ignore the damage phishing, malware, and malicious code pose to their company's future. But with this invaluable guide, anyone, no matter what their skill level or bandwidth, can become an effective cyber risk manager.

Well Aware offers a timely take on the leadership issues that businesses face when it comes to the threat of hacking. Finney argues that cybersecurity is not a technology problem; it’s a people problem. Cybersecurity should be understood as a series of nine habits that should be mastered - literacy, skepticism, vigilance, secrecy, culture, diligence, community, mirroring, and deception - drawn from knowledge the author has acquired during two decades of experience in cybersecurity. By implementing these habits and changing our behaviors, we can combat most security problems.

Discover how effortless it can be to safeguard your privacy online! It’s never too late to take control of your safety! This book is specifically designed for seniors like you, making online security easy and accessible at any age. We break everything down into simple, everyday language with step-by-step instructions. Protecting your personal information is one of the most important things you can do—at any stage of life and with no technical expertise required!

Every time we Google something, Facebook someone, or just carry a phone, we create data. Yet, we do not benefit from this wealth of information as much as we should. Andreas Weigend - an advisor to Alibaba, BMW, Hyatt, MasterCard, and Lufthansa, among others - wants to change that. In Data for the People, he proposes six basic data rights that we all need to make better decisions. Big data is here to stay. The time has come to shift the balance of power back to the individual.

Unravel the intricate layers of modern cybersecurity with the comprehensive guide to the CompTIA CASP+ Certification Advanced Security Practitioner. Dive into the depths of this dynamic field as this book becomes your companion in mastering the multifaceted world of digital defense. This guide will equip both novice and seasoned professionals with the arsenal needed to fortify their expertise. Each chapter serves as a gateway into a domain crucial for fortifying networks, mitigating risks, and mastering advanced security practices.

Learn what it takes to manage risk in your organization, specifically risk that has to do with information with information systems, with data, and much more.