Russell Fairweather

Russell Fairweather

Cybersecurity Consultant
Russell Fairweather is a versatile tech enthusiast whose expertise spans IT security, development, and networking. With a deep understanding of software development principles and networking protocols, Russell crafts content that offers invaluable insights and actionable advice. Trusted by professionals seeking to elevate their coding skills and reinforce network infrastructure, Russell is a resource for tech leaders navigating the ever-evolving shifts in technology.
Hackers Are Using AI and Machine Learning to Make Their Attacks More Sophisticated
Editorial Hackers Are Using AI and Machine Learning to Make Their Attacks More Sophisticated

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming, bringing many benefits to our daily lives, from personalized recommendations to self-driving cars. At the same time, hackers also leverage AI to make their attacks more sophisticated and challenging to detect. In recent years, AI has become a

Mobile Spyware—A Growing Threat to Our Privacy and Security: Simple Ways to Secure Business Devices and Data
Editorial Mobile Spyware—A Growing Threat to Our Privacy and Security: Simple Ways to Secure Business Devices and Data

Mobile phones have evolved beyond simple communication solutions. Individuals and organizations can rely on these devices for numerous conveniences, however, spyware is a critical threat to consider. This form of malware has returned to the public’s attention after a study revealed that some phones

Understanding the Difference Between Spam, Scams, and Phishing
Editorial Understanding the Difference Between Spam, Scams, and Phishing

The terms “spam” and “phishing” are often used interchangeably. Yet, they refer to distinct types of deceptive and unwanted cyber communications. Both forms of communication aim to trick individuals into divulging personal information, such as login credentials or personal details, or interacting

A Guide to Developing a Successful Cybersecurity Strategy for Your Business
Editorial A Guide to Developing a Successful Cybersecurity Strategy for Your Business

In today’s fast-paced world, protecting your organization from security threats and cyberattacks is more challenging than ever. Business and technological advancements are creating new pathways of opportunity, but unprecedented cybersecurity concerns are also emerging and attackers are ready to

Understanding Homomorphic Encryption: A Crucial Technology for Securing Data in Cloud Computing
Editorial Understanding Homomorphic Encryption: A Crucial Technology for Securing Data in Cloud Computing

A few years ago, talking about homomorphic encryption in a business context would elicit either blank stares or sighs. Those who were familiar with it recognized its paradigm-shifting potential, and others were just curious about its potential and its computational practicality. But now, the world

Are We Still Using Firewalls In 2022?
Editorial Are We Still Using Firewalls In 2022?

Designed to protect computer networks against unauthorized access, firewalls have been an enterprise battleground for many years. The firewall may be implemented as a form of hardware, software, or a combination of the two. After the “classic” firewall market became somewhat saturated, developers

3 Reasons Why Cloud Contact Centres Are the Next Step in Customer Success
Editorial 3 Reasons Why Cloud Contact Centres Are the Next Step in Customer Success

At the same time that the implications of the global pandemic have created difficulties for many, they have also sparked an opportunity for growth and change. One key area that has continued to evolve even as we return to a sense of normality, is customer experience. Indeed, according to Deloitte,

Creating the Perfect Password: Simple Tricks that Makes it Almost Impossible to Break
Editorial Creating the Perfect Password: Simple Tricks that Makes it Almost Impossible to Break

Creating the perfect password is not a complicated endeavor, and it is crucial for business and personal safety. Passwords like 123456, “password” and “qwerty” are common, and should be avoided. Even more complicated passwords can be easily cracked if a computer program is systematically trained to

Warning signs your identity has been stolen—and how to protect yourself against identity fraud
Editorial Warning signs your identity has been stolen—and how to protect yourself against identity fraud

According to some estimates , cybercrime is a $6 trillion annual industry, which would qualify it as the world’s third-largest economy after the U.S. and China. There is a great deal of money to be made, and cybercriminals are constantly adopting new business models to stay afloat in this

Hackers Are Getting Smarter: How They Compromise Corporate Networks 3 Times Faster in 2021
Editorial Hackers Are Getting Smarter: How They Compromise Corporate Networks 3 Times Faster in 2021

Hackers have managed to compromise corporate networks three times faster in 2021, with 75% of attacks being financially motivated, a recent report shows. Both government and industry experts say greater complexity and interdependence among systems gives attackers more opportunities for widespread,

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