Carlos Martes
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Reading this devotional only confirms to me that in Him, I can definitely find peace and comfort. Every morning or throughout the day at work, my mind drifts and often times i find myself distracted thinking about personal problems that are affecting my daily life whether it be financial, physical or day to day problems the average person goes through. In those moments, i try to stop what i am doing and think about him. Coming to Him to me means letting go of those issues and entrusting Him to take care of it. There are many things in this world we often want to have or please, but at the end of the day, none of the worldly things are valuable in the long run. Only He can give us eternal rest by believing in Him with all your might and heart. Only then we can finally find and carry that peace with us knowing that He has taken care of everything for us.
No problem James! as far as i know, SoHo routers and corporate routers both provide internet connectivity, network routing and basic security features such as firewalls and NAT. However, SoHo routers are simpler, cheaper and designed for fewer routers with limited traffic, while corporate routers are more powerful, scalable and secure in which i believe built for heavy data loads and multiple networks. In short corporate routers are much more of the reliable option yet more expensive.
Hello Cameron! Great post in regards to attacks on utilizing WIFI in public areas and devices unattended. I am very cautious using WIFI when i am in public as it is very easy for folks to gain access to your device just by simply accessing hotspots. In regards to leaving mobile devices unattended, it is indeed very dangerous yet is very common to see, especially to those who are not necessarily tech savvy in todays world. Good post overall!
A SoHo router combines several essential features to provide secure and reliable internet and network access for small scale environments. It includes WAN and LAN ports to connect to the wireless access point in which enables Wi-Fi connectivity. It practically functions as a DHCP server automatically assigning IP addresses to devices and uses NAT to allow multiple devices to share one public IP address. The firewall that’s integrated protects and blocks unauthorized access and additional features like port forwarding. Many of these routers also support VPNs for secure remote access, offer parental control and quality service to manage content and prioritize bandwidth. Of course regular firmware updates ensure improved functionality and enhanced security.
Three emerging vulnerabilities on both mobile and physical devices and their countermeasures are:
Mobile device vulnerability: Zero clicks exploits- Issues are that attackers can exploit messaging apps or system processes without user interaction. To prevent this, you can keep the OS or apps updated, disable unnecessary messaging services or use privacy focuses alternatives, and use mobile device management tools to enterprise settings to limit app permission.
Another is Physical device vulnerability: hardware backdoors in devices- Some smart homes or offices IOT devices may have some undocumented features or malicious chips ore installed during manufacturing which is quite common. To countermeasure this, you can purchase hardware only from trusted vetted vendors, do regular audit network traffic for unexpected behavior from IOT devices and or isolate Iot networks from critical business or personal data networks.
Last is Mobile and or physical device shared vulnerability: USB based attacks. Some issues with this are malicious charging stations or cables that can install malware or steal data. Countermeasures are to use USB data blockers, avoid public charging stations and use personal power banks and disable data transfer by default on mobile devices when connecting to known sources.
It is very easy to fear death for anyone, including I. We tend to go on about our lives thinking that nothing will destroy our souls once we pass on through this life, but it’s easy for satan to distill fear into our lives from doing what we want to do. By trusting in Jesus through the Father with all our hearts and soul, we then find comfort knowing that everything will be ok. Reading the Bible daily also helps when it comes to nourishing our soul with His words of love and affirmation and can pursue us to live our lives free from fear of death but only as a reminder that we will still fear death, but it will not be the end, only to be reunited with our Father. At the end of the day, satan has no control over your lives as ling as you continue to seek Him daily, picking up the cross and trying to follow in His footsteps.
There has been thousands of people claiming to be god throughout history time and time but Jesus stands out as unique and His claim to be the Son of God is backed up by his life, teachings death and resurrection. What sets Jesus apart from other spiritual leaders is His sinless life, His miracles and His resurrection from the dead. He didn’t just claim to be God, he demonstrated His divinity through His actions and teachings. Jesus IS Lord. That’s the statement of faith and surrender.
Hello Isabelle! Great input in regards to teaching users how to user their devices safely. I do believe that may individuals are introduced to devices at an early age and are not properly educated when it comes to accidentally installing malware. Currently, there are variety of apps and anti virus systems that can monitor and prevent such case. Without proper antivirus or endpoint detection tools, infected machines can go unnoticed while malware spreads or exfiltrates data.
Firewall Appliance: Monitors and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic. It provides a first line of defense against unauthorized access and cyberattacks by blocking suspicious traffic at the network perimeter. Next we have is Network Access Control. Its purpose is to restrict unauthorized devices from connecting to the business network. They enforce security policies by ensuring only approved and secure devices gain access, reducing the risk of internal threats or even infected devices. Last is Surveillance Cameras or IP cameras. their purpose is to physically monitor network infrastructure like server rooms and data centers. It basically deters physical tampering or theft of networking equipment and provides video evidence in case of security incidents. At least with IP cameras, you are able to have real time remote monitoring allowing you to monitor business operations even offsite. If you want to go through the Mission impassible route, using security Alarms and motion sensors can be another way as well. They trigger alerts when unauthorized movement is detected near sensitive equipment. Hope this information helps!
Unauthorized Access is a common issue as hackers can exploit weak passwords, outdated authentication methods and or unpatched systems to gain access to the network. Malware and Ransomware attacks are malicious software that can spread across a network, encrypting files, stealing data or causing disruptions. Last is a Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) in which an attacker can secretly intercept or alter communications between two parties without them knowing, often stealing sensitive information.
Three methods to Protect the Network Infrastructure:
1. Implement strong authentication and Access Controls- using multifactor authentication which we are all familiar with, to enforce strong password policies.
2. Regular Update and Patch systems- Keeping all software, operating systems and firmware updated to fix security vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit.
3. Using Encryption and Secure communication protocols- Encrypt sensitive data and use secure protocols like HHTPS, VPNs, and SSL/TLS to prevent interception.Hello Isabelle!
Good input in regards to using Windows recovery environment as it is a critical tool for troubleshooting and repairing Windows when something goes wrong. It’s usually helpful if there a failed Windows update, malware or drivers corrupt the boot process, or even when you cant reach the desktop normally. I’ve heard that utilizing Linux, it is easier to navigate and see what issues are causing your computer to go through such obstacles (from what I’ve heard). On the side note, SFC (System File checker) is another great tool to find corrupted system files that may be causing your computer to not work properly. Great post once again and hope this helps!This passage of Matthew is really interesting. Some of the key insights into this act of faith is the Humility and recognition. The centurion acknowledges his own unworthiness to have Jesus enter his home, which demonstrates the humility and respect for Jesus’ holiness. The authority and faith of the centurion understands understands that he knows Jesus authority and that it extends beyond physical presence and that His spoken word holds power. This reflects his faith in Jesus’ divine authority. I believe that the centurions faith is a reminder to all believers that true faith involves trust in Jesus word and authority. It’s a call to believe that He can accomplish His will in our lives, often in ways that transcend human understanding. May this faith inspire you in your own journey, trusting in the power and authority of Jesus, the One who holds all things together!
Two common types of windows troubleshooting methods are Safe Mode Boot and Event Viewer Analysis. I am quiet familiar with Safe Mode Boot as i have recently came upon issues with my PC and had to configure and troubleshoot it on my own which is quiet a surprise!
Safe Mode Boot: Starts windows in Safe Mode, in which loads only the essential drivers and services. You should only use this options either when the system is crashing, freezing or misbehaving abnormally. IT also helps determine if third party software or drivers are causing issues. It is useful for removing malware or problematic applications.
Event Viewer Analysis: To check logs for system, application and security errors. Using this option is required when you need to investigate system errors or performance issues. It is basically ideal for diagnosing recurring problems like failed startups or app crashes. It also helps identify the source of critical or warning level systems events.
Hello James!
Good post in regards to distinguishing the TCP and Ip and the fact that you were able to highlight the functionality between the two. I’ve been keen into learning Linux and just as i thought, both TCP/IP are native in the kernel. Also, they are heavily used in servers, cloud infrastructure, routers an even firewalls. In essence, any device that connects to a network today uses them and its practically supported by every OS. Also, great reference provided as it was an interesting topic to read.
Hello Cameron! AES is also an encryption in which i find quite interesting because it is indeed one of the most widely used encryption algorithms today. Another fun fact i learned about AES is that there are no known practical vulnerabilities that allow attackers to decrypt AES without the key. i can see how there could be some theoretical side channel attacks that can happen, but those initially require physical access to the device and very specific conditions. Good input altogether!
