Passwords: why use them? In this installment, I want to discuss passwords and password protection. In previous discussions, we have looked at the C-I-A triad, phishing, spyware, your PII, and protecting the PII of students. Now, what do we do to secure that information and prev Full Story...

Protecting the PII of Students In the last installment, I discussed personally identifiable information (PII), how it relates to you, and how you can protect your PII. This time, I want to explore securing the PII of our students. One of the fastest growing exploits is identity thef Full Story...

Phishing, Spyware, & PII In "What is Information Security," we looked at the guiding principles of information security: C-I-A and your responsibility in maintaining the security of information systems in RSU #20. In this installment, I want to discuss personally identifiable Full Story...