Why is education a cyber-target? – The Troy Messenger

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By Greg Price

As a computer technologist, an innate bias envelops the word “technology”; whenever I hear the word, I immediately think of computers, software. Similarly, when a reference to security arises, instantly I think of cybersecurity.

Our modern-day society is predicated on many forms of technology and a collective desire to progress is inextricably intertwined with the advancement of technologies. Among those technologies, undoubtedly, are computers, applications and a fascinating blend of things yet-to-be contemplated.

So, for these comments, please share my predilection that technology inherently suggests some form of computer technology.

Our schools are reliant on technology. The business of learning and fostering knowledge is deeply steeped in efficient, reliable technology.

Computers provide access to boundless resources; we no longer refer to libraries as libraries, rather, they are media centers. I haven’t seen a card catalog in two decades – the physical volumes of the media center are cataloged within a database. Student ID cards reveal identity and serve as a digital passport for access to food services, secured structures, sporting…

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