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Resources for those interested in data science.
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Cybersecurity
How to Make the Jump from the Military to the Cybersecurity Field
Cybersecurity can be a great next career step for military service people transitioning into civilian life. Learn more on how to find a job in cybersecurity.
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How to Prevent Cyberbullying with Technology
In order to prevent cyberbullying, many companies are creating and training algorithms to detect hate speech and abusive language online.
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A Parent’s Guide to Internet Safety for Kids
Explore how parents can implement internet safety for kids.
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Tools and Tips for Young People to Protect Their Finances Online
When American businesses closed their doors to in-person shoppers due to the global pandemic, digital banking became more than a short-term solution for e-commerce. In April 2020 alone, new mobile banking registrations increased by more than 200% in the United States. By the end of the year, Accentures 2020 Global Banking Consumer Study found that
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Why Do Cybercriminals Target Health Care Facilities?
Cybercriminals target health care facilities because they store valuable patient data, such as identities, bank accounts, and loans. Here’s what you can do to protect yourself.
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What Data Does Tech Companies Collect About You?
Technology companies collect first- and third-party data using collection methods. They use this data to develop effective advertising campaigns and increase engagement or profitability. Read to learn more!
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Cybersecurity Resources
From protecting our sensitive data to defending businesses against online threats, cybersecurity is essential in protecting internet-connected systems from cyberattacks. Security breaches cost businesses millions of dollars every year, so it is necessary to keep up to date on the latest advancements. Professional organizations, blogs, websites, books and conferences are all great ways to stay …
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Big Data Privacy Issues That Need To Be Addressed in Data Science
We live in an era of “big data”. The technology that lies at our fingertips allows us to approach problem solving in new and innovative ways. However, as great as it may be in widening the scope of what we can analyze, achieve, and do, it’s a double-edged sword. Human rights and privacy are potentially …
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6 Tips to Avoid Risk Online
The digital privacy expert at NordVPN provides some tips on how to protect yourself and your pictures online from criminals. Click to learn more!
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Is a Career in Cybersecurity a Good Fit for You?
Learn about the job responsibilities, as well as the characteristics and personality traits of cybersecurity jobs and decide if a career in cybersecurity is right for you.
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Taking Control of Your Online Personal Data
While big data benefits us in daily lives, we should understand how our personal data is collected and how we can take control of it being used.
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The Risk Artificial Intelligence Poses To Future Cybersecurity
Guest post submitted by Harold Kilpatrick People are working hard every day to transform the way society lives through new technology, and one of the latest frontiers in computer science is artificial intelligence and machine learning. Researchers and engineers are making huge strides in the field, and their work affects a variety of industries, including …