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Don’t let others mine your data; guard it with Tripwire 2.0 for Linux

Keep a virtual eye on your valuable data—with Tripwire 2.0 for Linux standing watch. Sean McPherson gave it a go, and here's what he has to say.

Data Management

NFS: Making the Network File System work for you

In part 3 of 3, we'll show you how to set up the Client side of the system, and finally, how to increase NFS performance.

Shadow IT is a concept whereby an organization’s employees use technology, services or systems without the knowledge of or approval from the IT department. It has arisen due to several reasons: Advances in cloud computing, which involve the usage of applications or sharing of data in public environments previously owned by IT. The evolution of ...

Auditing and logging are essential measures for protecting mission-critical systems and troubleshooting problems. This policy outlines the appropriate auditing and logging procedures for computer systems, networks and devices that store or transport critical data. From the policy: Many computer systems, network devices and other technological hardware used in the enterprise can audit and log various ...

Determining how and when to renew support contracts can be tedious and time-consuming. Our vendor contract renewal planner will help you schedule support renewals and budget the related costs. From the planner: Some companies schedule their support contract renewals to take effect all at once, such as on January 1. This provides a convenient renewal ...

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Don’t let others mine your data; guard it with Tripwire 2.0 for Linux

NFS: Making the Network File System work for you

Shadow IT policy

Auditing and logging policy

Vendor contract renewal planner

Access management policy