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In the Future, Only Rich People Can Afford to Keep Their Emails Secret

In the Future, Only Rich People Can Afford to Keep Their Emails Secret

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See on Scoop.it – Data & Informatics “If you’re seeking a service that’s super secure, all-encompassing, and easy to use, the best choice would probably be to go outside the U.S., where legal measures could make it more difficult to access data. But you’ll have to pay a hefty price for it.” Stephen Dale‘s insight: On the back of the Edward Snowden revelations, more of us are becoming aware of the level and degree of Government/State digital surveillance, and whilst…

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All UK Mobile Numbers Accessible From Next Week

All UK Mobile Numbers Accessible From Next Week

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All UK Mobile Numbers Become Accessible Next Week A Directory of Mobile Phone numbers goes live early next week. All numbers including those belonging to children will be open to unsolicited messages or calls. It is easy to unsubscribe, but it must be done before the beginning of next week to ensure you are ex directory. To remove your number click on this link. You will need to have your mobile phone with you as the unsubscribe code will be sent…

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Data Privacy and Security – closing the stable door?

Data Privacy and Security – closing the stable door?

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I was recently asked to do a presentation on the topic of ‘Effective Information Management’ for a local government organisation. Part of the presentation covered data security and privacy, where I emphasise the the importance of policies and procedures created BY people FOR people. The point being that we already have the technology to ensure data and information remains secure, but if we don’t pay attention to how people use these systems, through appropriate policies, procedures and training, then we’re…

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