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Bitlocker

Bitlocker

Windows Bitlocker is like a digital superhero cape that protects your computer and data from any digital villains who try to sneak in and cause chaos. It's a powerful encryption...

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CMMC

CMMC

CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) is like a cyber-security karate belt system for government contractors. Just like how you need a certain belt color to show...

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Consumption Based Services

Consumption Based Services

Consumption-based services are like having your own digital pantry where you can pick and choose the technology services you need, and pay only for what you consume, like...

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Data Retention

Data Retention

Think of data retention as your company’s digital vault where all of your data, email, and other digital assets are stored and protected. Retention will archive all of your...

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DKIM

DKIM

DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail). Imagine sending a message in a bottle across the sea, but you want to make sure the person who receives it knows it's really from you and...

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DMARC

DMARC

DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting and Conformance) is like a digital bouncer making sure only legit emails from your business get into your customers' or...

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Retention vs Backup

Retention vs Backup

Data backup is like a safety net that catches you when you fall, while data retention is like a vault that keeps your most precious belongings safe and sound. Backup protects...

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SaaS (Software as a Service)

SaaS (Software as a Service)

SaaS (Software as a Service) is like having a genie who grants your software wishes without all the messy lamp-rubbing. Instead of buying and installing software on your...

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Spear Phishing

Spear Phishing

Spear Phishing attacks are like a digital game of darts, but instead of aiming for a bullseye, the attacker is aiming for your personal information. It's like a sneaky...

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SPF

SPF

SPF (Sender Policy Framework). Have you ever received a sketchy-looking email that you just knew wasn't from your boss, but from a sneaky cyber-criminal trying to steal your...

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