4 Steps For Proactive Cybersecurity
Tired of having malware punch you in the face? The time's not right to hit back, but here are moves to make now.
Offensive Cybersecurity: Theory And Reality
Can you -- and should you -- strike back at attackers? It's a complex question with ethical, legal, technical and practical considerations.
Is Facebook Making You Fat?
Research connects social media-induced self-esteem boosts to self-control. Consider these implications for business.
CIOs Clueless About Social? Maybe Not
One survey does not prove CIOs underestimate the importance of social business. There might be other reasons social ranks low on CIO to-do lists.
We Must Run Government IT Like A Startup
Government 2.0 is about more than social media. It requires throwing out outdated processes and adopting new models of success.
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New England Patriots' Winning Technology Plan
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