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Anthony Corbo Anthony Corbo
Updated on September 02, 2025

What Is Digital Forensics?

Digital forensics is the process of collecting, preserving and analyzing data from digital devices to uncover evidence for legal, investigative or security purposes.

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Anthony Corbo Anthony Corbo
Updated on August 29, 2025

What Is Information Security?

Information security is the practice of protecting data and information systems from unauthorized access, alteration or disruption to ensure information confidentiality, integrity and availability.

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Anthony Corbo Anthony Corbo
Updated on August 29, 2025

What Is Network Security?

Network security is the practice of protecting computer networks and their data from unauthorized access, attacks and damage through a combination of technologies, processes and policies.

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Brian Nordli Brian Nordli
Updated on August 27, 2025

Cybersecurity Tips for Protecting Your Newly Remote Team

As companies go remote, cybersecurity threats are on the rise. Here’s how to keep your team — and your data — safe.

Anthony Corbo Anthony Corbo
Updated on August 26, 2025

What Is Cloud Security?

Cloud security refers to measures taken to protect data, infrastructure, applications and the integrity of cloud environments.

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Katlyn Gallo Katlyn Gallo
Updated on August 25, 2025

What Is Spear Phishing?

Spear phishing is a type of phishing attack where cybercriminals impersonate trusted sources to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive data or downloading malware.

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Zak Edwards Zak Edwards
Updated on August 25, 2025

What Is SQL Injection?

SQL injection is a code injection cyber attack that allows an attacker to manipulate a database by inserting malicious SQL statements into an application’s input fields.

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Katlyn Gallo Katlyn Gallo
Updated on August 25, 2025

What Is a DDoS Attack?

A distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack is a cyber attack that uses multiple compromised devices to overwhelm a system with traffic, disrupting access to its services.

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Zak Edwards Zak Edwards
Updated on August 25, 2025

What Is Smishing?

Smishing (or SMS phishing) is a form of phishing where attackers use text messages to deceive individuals into sharing sensitive information, sending money or downloading malicious software.

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Katlyn Gallo Katlyn Gallo
Updated on August 25, 2025

What Is a CDN (Content Delivery Network)?

A content delivery network (CDN) is a geographically distributed system of servers that cache and deliver web content to users based on their location to improve speed, reliability and security.

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