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BizTech's Top Five Stories for the Week of March 16, 2012
A roundup of the most popular stories published for the week of the 16th.
posted Mar 24, 2012
The trend of allowing workers to bring their own devices to work is catching on quickly with many companies. But before SMBs decide to open the floodgates to BYOD, IT workers should secure the network.
Check out this story and more from the week in BizTech below:
1. 4 IT Security Tips for BYOD
Everyone wants to bring personal devices into the workplace; these tips will help keep your network secure.
2. 5 Tips to Effectively Measure Security
A good metrics program can go a long way toward justifying a business’s investments.
3. How Windows 8 Will Work for Business
The new OS from Microsoft has received a lot of attention for its Metro style UI, but the company remains dedicated to the enterprise.
4. The First Rule of Security: Do Not Talk About Your Password
Tripwire tests RSA conference goers on this basic tenet of IT security.
5. Don’t Be Afraid of Networked Storage
Businesses should consider moving to server virtualization and networked storage at the same time.
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Storage
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Infrastructure Optimization
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Reviews and ratings for products on the shelf are only a barcode scan away.
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This tool can prevent KVM toggling from being a source of network vulnerabilities.
How Many Vulnerabilities Doe... |
The potential for damaging data breaches lurks in nearly every corner for SMBs.