Since the dawn of the Internet, we have been bombarded with information. Even though we’ve been inundated with more information now than ever before in our history, information is one of those things that we sometimes take for granted. What is considered viable or reliable information? How do we determine what information is useful for […]
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What if I told you that there is something that you use almost every day, something that most of us are not even aware of? You use it every time you purchase with your credit or debit card, send a text message, use the ATM, check your emails, use a fingerprint scanner, or log in
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Consider this scenario, you study hard for 4 years, get your degree, and then land your first job in the field of Information Systems. After a few years of doing a great job and impressing your bosses, you get the offer you’ve been hoping for, the opportunity to be the information systems manager. You eagerly
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We humans love convenience, and with the growth of the Internet, many of the things we used to do before, like shopping, banking, paying taxes, and even ordering and delivering food can now be done easily online. However, this level of convenience comes with inherent risk, as they require us to provide very personal information
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It’s safe to say we’re still living in the information age, and until that changes, the management of information is of the utmost importance for success in this digital world. We often hear the terms Information Systems (IS), and Information Technology (IT) thrown around when we discuss topics related to the management of information. But
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I remember when I was a student studying computer science, sitting in the faint light of my computer screen. I was completely engrossed in lines of code, trying my best to overcome a difficult obstacle and complete the program before the deadline date expired. Anyone who has ever programmed a computer will certainly understand this
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Let’s face it, in today’s world, humans are almost completely dependent on digital systems. These systems have become woven into the fabric of our lives, affecting nearly every aspect of our world. As technology advances, so do the intricacies of potential vulnerabilities that could compromise the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of sensitive information held within
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Consider the Pentagon in Virginia, the military headquarters of the United States, you’d imagine security at such a facility to be extremely high, and you’d be right. It’s one of the most, if not, the most protected building in the world, and only authorized personnel and data are allowed to enter. Just as the
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Information Systems: So much more than just Spreadsheets and Emails. I remember my first job, as an IT administrator at a major bank, I was always being called to fix something with the computer. The impression people had about me was that I was some kind of glorified TV technician. Indeed, that’s the impression most
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Ever tried visiting a website that just refused to load? Or Imagine you’re ready to make that all-important online purchase from your favorite bustling online marketplace but suddenly find it has grounded to a halt. It might have felt like the Internet itself was taking a nap, leaving you staring at that spinning wheel in
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