Computer Security

Go from cyber-insecure to cyber-savvy—outsmart cyber thieves with this comprehensive guide to a safe, fulfilling online experience—even if online safety is uncharted territory for you! Just 10 years ago, few people could probably envision a world where they could shop with their mobile phone, effortlessly connect their home and work computers, or access literally millions of apps with just one click. The upside of ubiquitous connectivity? Speed, practicality, efficiency. The downside? Data has become gold, and our “treasure” is sadly all too accessible to clever hackers and data thieves.

Andrew J. Stewart convincingly shows that emergency software patches and new security products cannot provide the solution to threats such as computer hacking, viruses, software vulnerabilities, and electronic spying. Profound underlying structural problems must first be understood, confronted, and then addressed.

Cybersecurity expert Mark Sangster deftly weaves together real-life cases in a thrilling narrative that illustrates the human complexities behind the scenes that can lead to companies throwing their digital front doors open to criminals. Within a security context, deep social engineering is the newest and biggest means of breaching our systems. Sangster tells listeners that cybersecurity is not an IT problem to solve - it is a business risk to manage.

The information security industry is undergoing a major change, forced by the rise of end-to-end encryption, encryption that cannot be intercepted, transport protocol stack evolution, "zero trust networks", and distributed computing. While we understand the logical connections between these trends, there is little analysis of all of these trends in combination. Examination of all five trends uncovers opportunities that not only improve the state of information security and the general posture, but also lead to resource reductions necessary for information security to be sustainable.

In today's data-driven world, cloud storage is no longer optional—it is the backbone of modern business, government, and digital life. The Complete Guide to Modern Cloud Storage Systems delivers a clear, comprehensive exploration of how cloud storage works, why it matters, and how to design systems that are secure, scalable, and future-ready. This audiobook takes listeners deep into the architecture of modern storage environments—from foundational infrastructure and distributed systems to advanced security protocols, encryption models, redundancy strategies, and compliance frameworks.

Signals in the Noise: Security, Technology, and the Hidden Patterns of Modern Risk examines how clarity, judgment, and human discernment can survive in an age dominated by algorithms and information overload. Drawing on lessons from intelligence tradecraft, behavioral science, and crisis management, Reed explores how modern organizations can recover the habits of mind that once defined strategic thinking.

Let’s face it: cybersecurity is one of those things we all know we should care about, like flossing or not eating dessert for breakfast—but who has the time? For small business owners especially, it’s easy to feel like you’re standing at the edge of a digital Grand Canyon, armed with little more than a paper umbrella for protection. But don’t panic—Protect Your Business in the Digital Age is here to help.

Based on insights gained from academic research, as well as interviews with UK-based security professionals from various sectors, The Psychology of Information Security describes how resolving conflicts between security compliance and human behavior explains the importance of careful risk management and how to align a security program with wider business objectives, providing methods and techniques to engage stakeholders and encourage buy-in.

The Entrepreneur's Edge is the ultimate guide for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to harness the power of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and augmented/virtual reality to fuel growth and innovation. This all-in-one resource equips you with the knowledge and tools to navigate these transformative technologies with confidence.

Using Modern Technology for the Elderly is a comprehensive guide designed to help older adults navigate the digital world with confidence and ease. The book covers a wide range of topics, from understanding the basics of modern technology to integrating smart home devices and ensuring cybersecurity.

"Safeguard: Practical Steps for Digital Privacy and Online Safety" by Sage Ellison offers a comprehensive guide to enhancing your online security and privacy in today’s digital world. As the threat to personal information rises, this book addresses common concerns such as identity theft, phishing scams, and the overwhelming complexity of cybersecurity jargon. Ellison provides a clear roadmap for individuals looking to protect their online presence, emphasizing community awareness and proactive measures.

If you want to avoid getting hacked, having your information spread, and discover the world of ethical hacking then pay attention.... Two manuscripts in one audiobook: Cybersecurity: An Essential Guide to Computer and Cyber Security for Beginners, Including Ethical Hacking, Risk Assessment, Social Engineering, Attack and Defense Strategies, and Cyber-Warfare, Ethical Hacking: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Using Penetration Testing to Audit and Improve the Cyber-Security of Computer Networks, Including Tips on Social Engineering.

AI for Defense and Intelligence is a timely and compelling listen for graduate students interested in this rapidly-growing field, mid-career professionals looking to rebrand, and senior leaders in federal agencies who want to get smart on the latest tech. This approachable and focused book provides an overview of AI basics, a review of powerful machine learning models, and a discussion of applications across natural language processing (NLP), computer vision (CV), optimization, agent-based modeling and more.

Introducing The Misinformation Maze: Learn to Decode the Lies and Navigate the Digital Age Effectively. This guide is specially designed to equip you with an understanding and the practical tools necessary to thrive in today’s digital landscape.

Amerikas führender Tech-Journalist Steven Levy (The Washington Post) über das Unternehmen, das unsere Gesellschaft für immer verändert hat: Facebook. Vom Start-up zur Weltmacht: Die dramatische Firmengeschichte von Facebook zeigt, wie aus dem Konzern das international einflussreiche Tech-Imperium werden konnte, von dem es heute heißt, es bedrohe die Demokratie. Das sich gegen immer lautere Stimmen behaupten muss, die fordern, der Konzern habe zu viel Einfluss und gehöre zerschlagen.

In today's digital landscape, many organisations believe their security investments make them impervious to cyberattacks. Yet breaches continue to dominate headlines, leaving executives wondering: "How did this happen despite our compliance certificates and security tools?" Drawing from 19 years of frontline cybersecurity experience, Sandeep Jaryal reveals the critical blind spots that leave organisations vulnerable regardless of their security budgets.

Three audiobooks in one deal: book 1: How to Establish Effective Security Management Functions; book 2: How to Apply the NIST Risk Management Framework; book 3: How to Manage Risk, Using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. You will learn in Book 1: objectives of security management, security management principles, defense in depth, how to apply security controls, and security control functions.

Unmitigated vulnerabilities in the software supply chain continue to pose a significant risk to organizations and our nation. This paper builds on the previously released Recommended Practices Guide for a software supply chain’s development, production and distribution, and management processes, to further increase the resiliency of these processes against compromise.

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Entfalten Sie Ihr Potenzial: Wechseln Sie mit Zuversicht vom IT-Support zur Cybersicherheit! Sind Sie ein IT-Experte oder Helpdesk-Techniker, der den Sprung in die Cybersicherheit wagen möchte? Dieses Buch ist Ihr Fahrplan für einen erfolgreichen Übergang. Viele IT-Fachkräfte stehen vor Herausforderungen wie begrenzter Erfahrung, Unsicherheit über Zertifizierungen und fehlendem Praxiswissen, wodurch die erste Stelle im Bereich Cybersicherheit unerreichbar scheint. Doch mit der richtigen Anleitung können Sie Ihre IT-Kenntnisse gezielt nutzen, um Ihre Karriere zu beschleunigen.