These 5 Companies Are Growing as Large as the Online Security Threat - Entrepreneur
As our society becomes more technologically advanced, so do the accompanying cyberspace security threats.
Entrepreneur, by Murray Newlands
As our society becomes more technologically advanced, so do the accompanying cyberspace security threats. Online protection is more important now than ever, especially after a year of high-profile hacks on major companies across North America. So, how can you ensure your company, and your customers, stay safe in an increasingly risky online world?
Let's take a look at five companies that offer the best possible protection for online space.
Kaspersky Lab.
Kaspersky Lab’s personal mission is to guard people from cyber-threats, including hackers, cyber-espionage tools, and cyber-weapons that target government networks. It is dedicated to protecting each of its clients, from individual networks to small businesses to governments.
This year, they established an International Advisory Board that consists of globally-recognized online security experts to offer advice and strategies on the IT security market. In addition to providing new innovative security products and services to its clients, Kaspersky also supports the Digital Forensics Laboratory, Interpol’s newest approach to catching cyber-incident criminals. Kaspersky believes the effectiveness of supporting joint efforts increases international cooperation of online security and has partnerships with other well-known security companies. Read more.
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