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Buzzword Bingo: Deciphering the Lingo

How Hacks Happen

English - June 12, 2024 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB - ★★★★★ - 6 ratings
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Buzzwords are the language of business and marketing. But do they really live up to the hype? Find out how phrases like "end-to-end encryption" and "blockchain" are used to hype up a service that might not be what it seems. Join me on a journey through the world of buzzwords in cybersecurity marketing.

Resources:
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