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AT&T taps Cisco fixed 5G wireless gateways for WAN service

Network World

Cisco Meraki rolled out 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) gateways, and AT&T said it will use them to offer a new service for business branch offices. Desai, product marketing lead for 5G fixed wireless access and WAN application assurance for SD-WANs at Cisco, in a blog about the new devices.

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InfoSec Policies and Standards: Some strategic context for those just diving into this world

CTOvision

Time, money, and resource mobilization are some factors that are discussed in this level. Wireless Policy. How wireless infrastructure devices need to be configured. Firewall Policy. How firewalls are named, configured etc. How availability of data is made online 24/7. Data Classification Policy. Encryption Policy.

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Enhance Your Security Posture: Doing Four Things Can Reduce Unauthorized Penetrations by 85%

CTOvision

Secure Configurations for Hardware and Software on Mobile Devices, Laptops, Workstations, and Servers. href="[link] Control 3: Secure Configurations for Hardware and Software on Mobile Devices, Laptops, Workstations, and Servers. Wireless Device Control. href="[link] Control 7: Wireless Device Control. Malware Defenses.

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Time To Spread The Word on Internet of Things Dangers: Read what FBI and DHS Cyber Centers Need Us All To Know

CTOvision

Medical devices, such as wireless heart monitors or insulin dispensers. Entertainment devices to control music or television from a mobile device. Any default passwords should be changed as soon as possible, and the wireless network should have a strong password and firewall. Thermostats. Fuel monitoring systems.

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Eight Ways Consumers can Protect Their Home Networks

CTOvision

Not attending to wireless network security is like leaving a door unlocked to your house, inviting cybercriminals in to access information on your life, family and finances. Do not open any ports on the router firewall – there is no reason for a household to be reached by the outside – no matter what the advice may be from the vendor.

Network 150
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Securing the Digital-First Model for Retail

CIO Business Intelligence

The number of devices connected to the network has increased significantly with the proliferation of wireless POS, tablets, inventory trackers, and IoT devices. This rapid adoption of new technologies brings with it an increase in the complexity of network design and security architecture for IT teams.

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Beyond the Office: Securing Home Devices and Networks Against Corporate Breaches

SecureWorld News

Avoid charging mobile devices through a computer; instead, use separate adapters. This may include computers, laptops, printers, mobile phones, tablets, CCTV cameras, household appliances, cars, baby monitors, smart home devices, video streaming tools, game consoles, etc. Fully utilize firewall capabilities.

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