Global warming is causing an increase in floating icebergs in the North Atlantic Ocean, putting more ships at risk of sinking like the Titanic. Despite the Titanic being an unusual event, recent decades have seen more icebergs appearing at sea in milder temperatures. The Titanic cost $7.5 million USD to build and was equipped to […]
The US Attorney General, in consultation with intelligence agencies, determines the Homeland Security threat level based on qualitative information about the likelihood of an attack. The threat level is indicated through a color-coded system of five levels. Critics have raised concerns about transparency and the potential harm of alerting potential attackers. Defenders argue that communicating […]
During the 1985 Geneva summit, US President Reagan asked Soviet Premier Gorbachev if the Soviet Union would help the US if it was attacked by aliens. Gorbachev replied that they would. The conversation was kept secret until a 2009 interview with Gorbachev, George P. Shultz, and Charlie Rose. Reagan often cited the hypothetical threat of […]
Microsoft’s Forefront Threat Management Gateway (TMG) is a unified threat management software system that acts as an edge server, providing security services such as firewall, email filtering, virus monitoring, and more. It was first introduced as a basic Internet access server for LANs in the late 1990s and has since evolved to include packet filtering […]
Unified Threat Management is a software package that includes antivirus, firewall, spam and content filters for advanced network security. It streamlines operations and offers better protection against viruses, trojans, and suspicious files. Prices vary, but basic packages are suitable for small networks. Unified Threat Management is a software solution used for advanced network security. Multiple […]
Web threats use social media, phishing, and malware to steal personal information and cause financial damage. Malicious websites and social media increase the risk, and web threats can be difficult to detect and distinguish from legitimate sites. They can also download silently and cause serious damage when discovered. A web threat is any method of […]
Threat management integrates various approaches to prevent network security threats. It includes installing software to scan for malicious software, monitoring activity, and updating software regularly. Companies can provide configuration consultancy, set up systems, and offer ongoing support. The goal is to prevent intrusions and reduce costs. Threat management is an approach to network security that […]
The Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) is a transparent charity founded by Ted Turner and Sam Nunn to prevent nuclear terrorism and improve global health and security. Their achievements include producing Last Best Chance, removing highly enriched uranium from poorly guarded research reactors, and strengthening the International Atomic Energy Agency’s programs. The NTI also works behind […]
Death threats, even if not intended to be carried out, can result in serious consequences and criminal charges. Statements like “I will kill you” can be taken seriously, and the law can be interpretive. Bomb threats, even as pranks, are considered potential acts of terrorism. It’s best to avoid making any statements that could be […]
