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4 important skills of a knowledge management leader

KM programs need a leader who can motivate employees to change their routines. This leader needs a long-term mindset and the ability to translate KM ideas into business language. Continue Reading

What does a knowledge management leader do?

Knowledge management teams often include IT professionals and content writers. But at the head, they need a central leader to make connections and guide people. Continue Reading

How to use Wfuzz to find web application vulnerabilities

By learning how to use Wfuzz for web application fuzz testing, bug bounty hunters can automate vulnerability discovery. Learn more in this excerpt from 'Bug Bounty Bootcamp.' Continue Reading

How to become a bug bounty hunter: Getting started

Finding, exploiting and reporting vulnerabilities can be both lucrative and educational. Security researcher Vickie Li explains how to become a bug bounty hunter. Continue Reading

Security experts share cloud auditing best practices

A cloud audit allows organizations to assess cloud vendor performance. Auditing experts Shinesa Cambric and Michael Ratemo talk about the role of compliance in auditing. Continue Reading

How to implement principle of least privilege in Azure AD

Restricting users' permissions in Microsoft Azure AD to only what they need to complete their job helps secure and reduce the cloud attack surface. Continue Reading

How to start handling Azure network security

Before adopting Microsoft Azure, it's important to consider how to secure the cloud network. That's where network security groups and Azure Firewall come in. Continue Reading

How to use Azure AD Connect synchronization for hybrid IAM

Organizations face many challenges authenticating and authorizing users in hybrid infrastructures. One way to handle hybrid IAM is with Microsoft Azure AD Connect for synchronization. Continue Reading

Practice Microsoft SC-100 exam questions with answers

Use these practice multiple-choice questions, with answers, to assess your knowledge of the Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect exam. Continue Reading

How to prepare for the Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect exam

Before taking the Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect exam, learn about the knowledge areas covered on the SC-100 test, studying recommendations, prerequisites and more. Continue Reading

Extend collaboration tools with 'Google Workspace User Guide'

Collaboration tools are key as businesses shift to hybrid work. Google Workspace supports productivity with Google Classroom, Marketplace apps and Google Assistant. Continue Reading

How tech leaders can develop an IT sustainability plan

Sustainability is on many tech leaders' minds, but knowing where to start can be daunting. CIO Niklas Sundberg shares his experience building an IT sustainability plan. Continue Reading

ICS kill chain: Adapting the cyber kill chain to ICS environments

As IT/OT convergence continues to gain traction, industrial control system security cannot be ignored. Performing pen tests based on the ICS Kill Chain can help. Continue Reading

An intro to the IDMZ, the demilitarized zone for ICSes

Setting up an IDMZ -- a demilitarized zone between enterprise and industrial networks -- can prevent operational environments from becoming compromised by IT threats. Continue Reading

Reinforce industrial control system security with ICS monitoring

Monitoring an industrial control system environment isn't that different from monitoring a traditional IT environment, but there are some considerations to keep in mind. Continue Reading

How account-based marketing can improve personalization

An ABM strategy can help B2B marketers personalize marketing efforts for top prospects. An ABM strategy includes an ideal customer profile, personalized messaging and a CRM system. Continue Reading

Advice for marketing personalization

Business professionals have become numb to the plethora of marketing emails they receive every day. However, personalized messaging can grab their attention. Continue Reading

Book excerpt: Data mesh increases data access and value

Zhamak Dehghani, a pioneer in data mesh technology, discusses how the concept decentralizes data to improve data-related decision-making and value in her book. Continue Reading

How to apply and edit Wireshark display filters

Wireshark display filters enable users to narrow the scope of a network traffic scan. Use this tutorial to apply and edit display filters to make detailed network sniffing easier. Continue Reading

Customize workflows with Wireshark profiles

Wireshark has a variety of uses, which is why creating multiple personalized Wireshark profiles is important. Learn about Wireshark profiles, how to share them and more. Continue Reading

Digital transformations require empathy

Agility, experimentation and empathy are critical drivers to a successful digital transformation. Learn why IT leaders should focus on these three critical skills. Continue Reading

9 practice questions on twisted-pair network cables

Take this practice quiz on twisted-pair cables, sampled from 'Networking Essentials: A CompTIA Network+ N10-008 Textbook,' to test your understanding for the certification exam. Continue Reading

An introduction to twisted-pair cable wiring

This excerpt from 'Networking Essentials: A CompTIA Network+ N10-008 Textbook' provides an overview of twisted-pair network cables and acts as a study tool for the exam. Continue Reading

Considerations for configuring twisted-pair cables

In this Q&A, author Jeffrey Beasley discusses what students who plan to take the CompTIA Network+ exam should know about twisted-pair cables, from configuration to troubleshooting. Continue Reading

How AI serves as a cornerstone of Industry 4.0

For manufacturing environments to be included in Industry 4.0, they must adopt up-to-date technologies to improve operations. AI should be foremost among them. Continue Reading

How companies can avoid a poor candidate experience

In a competitive job market, companies must learn how to avoid a poor candidate experience. Here are some best practices to follow. Continue Reading

10 open source coding books to read in 2023

Open source technology and programming languages are the foundation of modern software development. Use these books to take advantage of all that open source software has to offer. Continue Reading

How recruiters can reject candidates respectfully

How recruiters reject job candidates can make a huge difference in a candidate's feelings towards a company. Learn some ways that recruiters can improve the rejection process. Continue Reading

Inside the PEIR purple teaming model

Want to try purple team exercises but aren't sure how to do so? Try the 'Prepare, Execute, Identify and Remediate' purple teaming model. Continue Reading

Understanding purple teaming benefits and challenges

Blue teams and red teams are coming together to form purple teams to improve their organization's security posture. What does this mean for the rivals? And how does it work? Continue Reading

4 types of employee reactions to a digital transformation

The success of a digital transformation project depends on employee buy-in. Discover how organizations can address employee reactions to digital transformation. Continue Reading

10 important components of SDN controllers

SDN controller features include modularity, APIs, clustering and GUIs. Read more in this chapter excerpt from 'SDN-Supported Edge-Cloud Interplay for Next Generation Internet of Things.' Continue Reading

When REST API design goes from helpful to harmful

REST may be a somewhat non-negotiable standard in web API development, but has it fostered overreliance? Learn why other design styles could -- and should -- get an equal chance. Continue Reading

FinOps model eases cloud billing complexities

Cloud cost management is a top priority on admin's minds. FinOps expert Mike Fuller talks about cloud billing challenges and how to overcome them in this Q&A. Continue Reading

How common is commonsense AI?

'Machines like Us' co-author Ron Brachman explains what it would take to build common sense into AI systems and the benefits of doing so. Continue Reading

How to configure Windows privacy settings with Intune

To personalize UX, Windows devices aren't shy about collecting user data. This isn't ideal for enterprise security. Discover how to lock down privacy settings with Intune. Continue Reading

Windows security tips for the enterprise

Securing a Windows environment is no easy feat. Read up on low-hanging fruit to quickly address, as well as top tips from two security practitioners to get started. Continue Reading

Understanding Azure Virtual Desktop management and storage

In this Q&A, author Ryan Mangan discusses best practices for Azure Virtual Desktop management, the importance of storage and more from his book, 'Mastering Azure Virtual Desktop.' Continue Reading

8 coding books to read in 2023

Coding books are a great learning resource for developers of all skill levels and backgrounds, offering authoritative and comprehensive coverage of a specific topic area. Continue Reading

Test your Azure Virtual Desktop storage management skills

Use these questions to test how well you know the best practices for managing Azure Virtual Desktop storage. Continue Reading

Cisco collaboration study guide for 350-801 CLCOR exam

Learn the basics of Cisco collaboration products and how to deploy collaboration tools in this excerpt from 'CCNP and CCIE Collaboration Core CLCOR 350-801 Official Cert Guide.' Continue Reading

Cisco collaboration 350-801 CLCOR practice test questions

This 350-801 CLCOR practice test for the CCNP and CCIE certifications quizzes readers on Cisco collaboration technologies, from endpoints to applications. Continue Reading

IT influences shift to net positive enterprise

In this Q&A, business sustainability expert Andrew Winston discusses why companies need to become net positive by contributing more than they take. Continue Reading

Understanding malware analysis and its challenges

Discover what to expect in a malware analyst career, from the types of malware you'll encounter to important tools to use to difficulties that arise for those new to the field. Continue Reading

Why is malware analysis important?

Malware continues to plague all organizations, causing data loss and reputational damage. Discover how malware analysis helps protect companies from such attacks. Continue Reading

How to efficiently measure customer loyalty

Most organizations don't measure customer loyalty often or thoroughly enough to improve CX. This book excerpt explores tips and suggestions to measure loyalty more efficiently. Continue Reading

How to prevent SQL injection with prepared statements

One of the top defenses against SQL injection is prepared statements. In this book excerpt, learn what prepared statements are and how to extend their defense. Continue Reading

How to maintain security with an understaffed security team

Unsurprisingly, many companies function without a complete security team. Security tasks often fall to others in the organization. Here's some advice for stand-in security members. Continue Reading

Data drives corporate social responsibility in tourism

Mohammed El Amine Abdelli explains the tourism industry's need for a corporate social responsibility framework in his book 'Sustainability, Big Data, and Corporate Social Responsibility.' Continue Reading

8 communication and collaboration books to read in 2022

Communication and collaboration tools are more important than ever as the workforce shifts to hybrid and remote work. Check out these books to learn more. Continue Reading

Defining requirements key to manage machine learning projects

Machine learning projects are likely to fail without proper planning. 'Managing Machine Learning Projects' provides guidance on how to plan by defining ML project requirements. Continue Reading

Consider ethical technology issues with data center growth

Authors Harry Lewis and Ken Ledeen discuss ethical issues organizations should consider when expanding data center, data collection and technological capabilities. Continue Reading

Equipment to include in a computer forensic toolkit

Computer forensic investigators require more than software to do their job. Learn what equipment constitutes a complete computer forensic toolkit. Continue Reading

Advice for beginner computer forensic investigators

For those interesting in becoming a computer forensics investigator, learn about the career and what to expect, as well as why digital evidence is the most volatile evidence. Continue Reading

8 cybersecurity books to read in 2023

Brush up on your cybersecurity skills by picking up one of these titles. Continue Reading

9 workplace diversity books to read in 2022

Learn to create and foster an inclusive culture for innovation and a sense of belonging for all employees. Continue Reading

How to reap the benefits of data integration, step by step

A new book lays out a strong case for data integration and guides readers in how to carry out this essential process. Continue Reading

Why Kali Linux is the go-to distribution for penetration testing

Discover why penetration testers prefer to use the Kali Linux distribution for offensive security, from collecting useful tools together to being usable from multiple devices. Continue Reading

How to configure and customize Kali Linux

Learning how to use Kali Linux for ethical hacking and penetration testing? Read step by step how to configure and customize the distribution. Continue Reading

Explore the pros and cons of Go for DevOps

Author and Docker engineer Teiva Harsanyi explains the benefits of Golang -- including why he sees it as the future of back-end development -- and how to avoid common pitfalls. Continue Reading

Sample CompTIA CASP+ practice questions with answers

Preparing for the CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner certification or refreshing your knowledge to renew your cert? Use these CASP+ practice questions to test your smarts. Continue Reading

How to prepare for the CompTIA CASP+ exam

Are you pursuing the CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner certification? The author of a CASP+ cert guide offers advice on how to prepare for the exam. Continue Reading

Techniques to get started with green networking

'Emerging Green Technologies' details how technology is a flexible tool organizations can use to make business operations more sustainable. Here's how to make your network green. Continue Reading

How energy-efficient networking supports sustainability

In this Q&A, 'Emerging Green Technologies' author Matthew N. O. Sadiku discusses the importance of going green and how to make networks energy-efficient to achieve this goal. Continue Reading

Funny JavaScript for programmers who love literature

Learn about the book 'If Hemingway Wrote JavaScript' by Angus Croll and how JavaScript gives programmers the ability to create interactive code. Continue Reading

Humorous AI is a riddle worth solving

Learn why Tony Veale -- author of the book 'Your Wit is my Command' -- believes comedic machines could change the world for the better. Continue Reading

A look inside the Cisco DevNet Professional study guide

Learn how network automation works with software development in this chapter excerpt from 'Cisco Certified DevNet Professional DEVCOR 350-901 Official Cert Guide.' Continue Reading

DevNet authors discuss Cisco DEVCOR book, automation

The authors of a Cisco DevNet Professional DEVCOR study guide provide insights about the growth of network automation, CI/CD and programmability. Continue Reading

11 practice questions for Cisco DEVCOR 350-901 exam

Think you know network automation? Take this practice exam from Chapter 10 of 'Cisco Certified DevNet Professional DEVCOR 350-901 Official Cert Guide' to test your expertise. Continue Reading

6 workplace benefits of immersive learning with AR and VR

AR and VR have the potential to enhance workplace learning programs. Learn how both employees and organizations can benefit from immersive learning with AR and VR. Continue Reading

How to approach learning technologies in the workplace

Author Ria O'Donnell discusses the importance of continuing professional development and how to approach digital learning technologies in the workplace, including VR and AI. Continue Reading

Is ethical hacking legal? And more ethical hacking advice

Is ethical hacking legal? Learn about the legality of ethical hacking, why it's important, its benefits and what organizations should look for when hiring an ethical hacker. Continue Reading

Ethical hacking: How to conduct a Sticky Keys hack

Physical security is often overlooked by cybersecurity teams. Learn about physical cybersecurity attacks in step-by-step instruction on how to conduct a Windows Sticky Keys hack. Continue Reading

Importance of enterprise endpoint security during a pandemic

Enterprises often focus greatly on communications security and less on endpoint security. Review the importance of enterprise endpoint security and best practices to implement it. Continue Reading

Cybersecurity lessons learned from COVID-19 pandemic

Cybersecurity lessons companies learn from the COVID-19 pandemic include having work-from-home preparations and developing disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Continue Reading

The white-box model approach aims for interpretable AI

The white-box model approach to machine learning makes AI interpretable since algorithms are easy to understand. Ajay Thampi, author of 'Interpretable AI,' explains this approach. Continue Reading

Why API naming conventions matter, and how to master the art

Naming APIs can be a daunting process, since it requires a balance between simplicity and clarity. JJ Geewax, author of 'API Design Patterns,' has some advice for developers. Continue Reading

Tips to plan storage elements of artificial intelligence

Author and data engineer Chinmay Arankalle explores how organizations can manage storage for AI. Management and storage options include data lakes and high-performance storage. Continue Reading

Considerations to plan AI storage architecture for big data

This chapter from 'The Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Workshop' examines how to plan for AI data storage. Plan for factors like volume and scale for long-term success. Continue Reading

How businesses navigate the world of metaverse shopping

'The Metaverse Handbook' highlights the unique opportunity offered to retailers and game developers to join forces and gamify the shopping experience. Continue Reading

Clearing up cybersecurity architecture confusion, challenges

There's no lack of cybersecurity frameworks, but there is a lack of resources to help small and midsize organizations build a cybersecurity architecture -- until now. Continue Reading

4 criteria to measure cybersecurity goal success

Measuring the success of cybersecurity goals is challenging because they are components of larger goals and often probabilistic rather than deterministic. Continue Reading

How to write a cybersecurity job posting

Is your organization struggling to find cybersecurity talent? Your job descriptions could be the problem. Learn how to write a good cybersecurity job posting. Continue Reading

How to define cyber-risk appetite as a security leader

In this excerpt from 'The CISO Evolution: Business Knowledge for Cybersecurity Executives,' learn how to define and communicate an enterprise's true cyber-risk appetite. Continue Reading

A 'CISO evolution' means connecting business value to security

As cybersecurity has changed, so has the CISO role. 'The CISO Evolution: Business Knowledge for Cybersecurity Executives' aims to help security leaders succeed in the C-suite. Continue Reading

How to find your niche in cybersecurity

It's difficult to navigate a career in cybersecurity, especially with all the varying roles. A veteran CISO offers advice on how to find your niche in the security industry. Continue Reading

Justice, equity, diversity and inclusion: Essentials for businesses

As the demographics in the modern workforce change, so, too, do the demands. Continue Reading

Podman: A worthy alternative to Docker for containers

Podman has long stood in Docker's shadow, but 'Podman in Action' author Daniel Walsh hopes to shine a light on Podman within the container market. Continue Reading

How to determine out-of-scope bug bounty assets

What happens when a security researcher discovers a bug in an out-of-scope asset? Learn how to handle bug bounty scope in this excerpt from 'Corporate Cybersecurity.' Continue Reading

An enterprise bug bounty program vs. VDP: Which is better?

Creating a bug bounty or vulnerability disclosure program? Learn which option might prove more useful, and get tips on getting a program off the ground. Continue Reading

The link between employee experience and customer experience

A customer's experience with an organization is only as good as an employee's experience. Business leaders should know that empathy is key to employee and customer success. Continue Reading

Effective hybrid meetings require training, equity, best practices

Authors Karin M. Reed and Joseph A. Allen discuss the need for proper training and best practices to support inclusive and effective hybrid meetings. Continue Reading

Hybrid meeting best practices emphasize engagement

In this book excerpt from 'Suddenly Hybrid,' learn about some hybrid meeting best practices that support engagement, regardless of where attendees are located. Continue Reading

How ransomware kill chains help detect attacks

Reconstructing cyber attacks is a key step in incident response. Learn how ransomware kill chains can help security teams detect and mitigate the consequences of an attack. Continue Reading

How to improve cyber attack detection using social media

Social media has cybersecurity pros and cons. One benefit is that it can help improve cyber attack detection. These four real-world examples show how. Continue Reading

How to design architecture for enterprise wireless security

Learn about a five-phase design methodology that will help your company plan for and create an enterprise wireless security architecture. Continue Reading

Implementing wireless security in the enterprise

Learn how to properly secure your enterprise wireless network while considering UX, zero trust and commonly overlooked architectural mistakes. Continue Reading

Whip up recipes with 'Elasticsearch 8.x Cookbook'

Elasticsearch is a powerful and potentially complicated tool. With 'Elasticsearch 8.x Cookbook,' users can split exercises into manageable bites. Continue Reading