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CMMC

CMMC

TL;DR: Imagine you have a house with valuable items inside, and you want to make sure it's secure. You might install locks, alarms, and cameras to protect it. The Cybersecurity...

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Consumption Based Services

Consumption Based Services

TL;DR: Imagine you have a utility bill for your home. You only pay for the electricity, water, and gas you actually use each month, rather than paying a flat fee regardless of...

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HIPAA

HIPAA

TL;DR: Imagine you have a personal diary that contains all your health secrets. HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) is like a set of rules that ensures...

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MDR

MDR

TL;DR: Managed Detection and Response (MDR) is like having a security guard for your digital world. Just as a security guard watches over a building, MDR keeps an eye on your...

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MFA

MFA

MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication). You know how sometimes you need two keys to open a really important lock, like a treasure chest full of gold in an epic adventure movie? That's...

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Microsoft Azure

Microsoft Azure

TL;DR: Microsoft Azure is like a giant toolbox in the cloud. Just as a toolbox contains various tools to help you fix things around the house, Azure provides a wide range of...

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Microsoft Intune

Microsoft Intune

TL;DR: Microsoft Intune is like having a remote control for all your devices. Just as a remote control lets you manage your TV, DVD player, and sound system from one place,...

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Phishing

Phishing

TL;DR: Phishing is like a scam artist pretending to be someone you trust to steal your personal information. Imagine getting an email that looks like it's from your bank, asking...

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Spear Phishing

Spear Phishing

TL;DR: Spear phishing is like a con artist who has done their homework on you. Imagine receiving an email that looks like it's from your boss, asking for sensitive information or...

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SPF

SPF

TL;DR: Sender Policy Framework (SPF) is like a bouncer at a club, checking IDs to make sure only authorized people get in. When an email is sent, SPF allows the receiving mail...

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