Ransomware is a type of malware designed to encrypt users’ files or lock their operating systems so attackers can demand a ransom payment. Ransomware executes when a user is lured to click on an infected link or e-mail attachment or to download a file or software drive while visiting a rogue website. Sophisticated social engineering techniques are used to entice users to take the desired action;
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The Ubuntunet Connect Conference is a significant gathering especially for National and Research Networks(NRENS).
The Ubuntunet Connect Conference is a significant gathering especially for National and Research Networks(NRENS).
The Ubuntunet Connect Conference is a significant gathering especially for National and Research Networks(NRENS). Organized by the Ubuntunet Alliance, the regional research and networking organization for Eastern and Southern Africa, the annual conference is hosted by member NRENs. This year’s conference was hosted by the Ethiopian NREN, EthERNET.
Keeping the Internet safe and secure is a responsibility we all share .
As digital citizens, we are getting better about consistently protecting ourselves, our devices, and our family and friends. However, the Internet is always “on,” so we must remain vigilant and continue to connect with care in order to protect our mobile devices — including laptops, tablets, smartphones, and wearable technology — as well as our personal information.
Faculty who teach ICT Networking courses benefited from a 3 day workshop hosted by KENET. The workshop which ran from September 18-20, 2017 gave the 25 participants an opportunity to use the KENET virtual training lab for the first time. The training which was fully funded by KENET strengthened the faculty’s technical capacity so that their students can be more productive.
