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The Internet of Things in 2020: More vital than ever

Just when we needed it most, the internet of things is delivering gobs of data and remote device control across almost every industry, from healthcare to agriculture.

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Security IntelligenceBy Zeus Kerravala

5 standout products from RSA 2020

2020 will be remembered as the year the human element finally came to security.

Analysis

Why multicloud security is your next big challenge

Companies deploy an average of three to five different cloud services. With an increased emphasis on security and regulatory compliance, the capability to manage these disparate systems is crucial.

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Cybersecurity SnippetsBy Jon Oltsik

Moving security operations to the cloud

New ESG research finds organizations are aggressively replacing on-premises security analytics and operations technologies with cloud-based alternatives. The shift comes with both short-term wins and strategic benefits.

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Review: How DivvyCloud protects cloud deployments

Keep your cloud instances in compliance throughout their lifecycle — regardless of the type of cloud, the technology or the vendor.

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3 cloud security ‘hacks’ to consider today

Keeping your cloud deployments secure is a full-time job. Here are a few shortcuts that make your cloud security better and your life easier

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How-To

IT certifications and training center

Certifications show that you’re committed to your job, have specific skills and are willing to up your game. Check out our online training courses and guides to top certifications -- all part of your Insider Pro subscription.

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Review: How NeuVector protects containers throughout their lifecycle

Most traditional security products have very little visibility into containers running in the cloud. NeuVector protects containers from within the containerized environment.

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InfoSec at Your ServiceBy Michelle Drolet

5 cloud security basics and best practices

Companies that move to the cloud have to assume new responsibilities, develop new skill sets and implement new processes. The first step to better cloud security is to assume you have no security.

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11 top cloud security threats

More data and applications are moving to the cloud, which creates unique infosecurity challenges. Here are the "Treacherous 12," the top security threats organizations face when using cloud services.

News Analysis

Cloud security: Inside the shared responsibility model

The Capital One security fiasco has underlined that securing the cloud is both a complicated technology and contractual problem.

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Coming soon: Eco-friendly data centers | TECH(feed)

As the push for sustainability across all businesses intensifies, so too will the push for greener IT infrastructure. Data centers are notorious for giving off thermal energy and being somewhat energy inefficient. Researchers at Rice...

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Review

What is a CASB? What you need to know before you buy

Cloud access security brokers have come a long way in a few years and can be an effective way to manage authentication and encryption across cloud and on-premise systems.

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When should enterprises adopt 5G? | TECH(talk)

5G deployment is a hot topic, especially as many countries race to build next-generation networks. The U.S. has banned Huawei from contributing to its network construction, but will that really set the U.S. back? Amid all of the hype...

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What do recent public SAP exploits mean for enterprises? | TECH(talk)

Recently released public SAP exploits (dubbed 10KBLAZE) could pose a security risk for thousands of businesses. Computerworld executive editor Ken Mingis and CSO Online's Lucian Constantin discuss the fallout of 10KBLAZE, and how...

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CSO50 2019: Seeding security in the cloud

CSO50 award-winning companies are rising to the cloud security challenge and finding new ways to protect data and assets.

The Security Of IdentityBy Steve Tout

Multi-cloud security the next billion-dollar frontier

Constant change is the new normal. Success in today’s multi-cloud world requires greater adaptability and dynamic methods to protect digital identities and preserve trust.

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Cloud Computing

Cloud Computing | News, how-tos, features, reviews, and videos

The Internet of Things in 2020: More vital than ever

Just when we needed it most, the internet of things is delivering gobs of data and remote device control across almost every industry, from healthcare to agriculture.

5 standout products from RSA 2020

2020 will be remembered as the year the human element finally came to security.

Why multicloud security is your next big challenge

Companies deploy an average of three to five different cloud services. With an increased emphasis on security and regulatory compliance, the capability to manage these disparate systems is crucial.

Moving security operations to the cloud

New ESG research finds organizations are aggressively replacing on-premises security analytics and operations technologies with cloud-based alternatives. The shift comes with both short-term wins and strategic benefits.

Review: How DivvyCloud protects cloud deployments

Keep your cloud instances in compliance throughout their lifecycle — regardless of the type of cloud, the technology or the vendor.

Most popular tech stories of 2019

Insider Pro subscribers pick the Top 10 articles published in our debut year.

3 cloud security ‘hacks’ to consider today

Keeping your cloud deployments secure is a full-time job. Here are a few shortcuts that make your cloud security better and your life easier

IT certifications and training center

Certifications show that you’re committed to your job, have specific skills and are willing to up your game. Check out our online training courses and guides to top certifications -- all part of your Insider Pro subscription.

Review: How NeuVector protects containers throughout their lifecycle

Most traditional security products have very little visibility into containers running in the cloud. NeuVector protects containers from within the containerized environment.

5 cloud security basics and best practices

Companies that move to the cloud have to assume new responsibilities, develop new skill sets and implement new processes. The first step to better cloud security is to assume you have no security.

11 top cloud security threats

More data and applications are moving to the cloud, which creates unique infosecurity challenges. Here are the "Treacherous 12," the top security threats organizations face when using cloud services.

Cloud security: Inside the shared responsibility model

The Capital One security fiasco has underlined that securing the cloud is both a complicated technology and contractual problem.

Coming soon: Eco-friendly data centers | TECH(feed)

As the push for sustainability across all businesses intensifies, so too will the push for greener IT infrastructure. Data centers are notorious for giving off thermal energy and being somewhat energy inefficient. Researchers at Rice...

What is a CASB? What you need to know before you buy

Cloud access security brokers have come a long way in a few years and can be an effective way to manage authentication and encryption across cloud and on-premise systems.

When should enterprises adopt 5G? | TECH(talk)

5G deployment is a hot topic, especially as many countries race to build next-generation networks. The U.S. has banned Huawei from contributing to its network construction, but will that really set the U.S. back? Amid all of the hype...

What do recent public SAP exploits mean for enterprises? | TECH(talk)

Recently released public SAP exploits (dubbed 10KBLAZE) could pose a security risk for thousands of businesses. Computerworld executive editor Ken Mingis and CSO Online's Lucian Constantin discuss the fallout of 10KBLAZE, and how...

CSO50 2019: Seeding security in the cloud

CSO50 award-winning companies are rising to the cloud security challenge and finding new ways to protect data and assets.

Multi-cloud security the next billion-dollar frontier

Constant change is the new normal. Success in today’s multi-cloud world requires greater adaptability and dynamic methods to protect digital identities and preserve trust.