resources http://www.computersight.com/tags/resources New posts about resources 12 Tips for Developing Security Awareness Resources for Organizations http://www.computersight.com/Communication-&-Networks/Security/12-Tips-for-Developing-Security-Awareness-Resources-for-Organizations.212295 The security messages and topics are often perceived as technical domain and yet the security threats and breaches affect all computer users, regardless of their experience and usually more for those who are unaware of such. It is crucial that steps are taken to heighten the security readiness by proactively preparing the users and ultimately leading towards a safer computing environment. By developing appropriate and effective resources to educate users leads to changes in behavior that would protect them and the organization they work for.

  1. Make the security topics precise and concise. If the information security topics are long, create more time for awareness programme so that the audience can absorb the information. Break topics into smaller sections and focusing on each topic.
  2. Ensure that the security topic make sense to the audience. Remember that the awareness program is designed for all staff, including non-IT and IT staff. Therefore, every care should be taken, where possible, to ensure that the message is not written technically and technical jargons should be avoided, unless defined.
  3. The awareness messages must address the needs of the audience based on their involvement in securing their information assets.
  4. The message should not be repetitive and monotonous. An awareness program must be injected with creativity and constant care.
  5. Consider the current security culture and understand that it takes time to make a change. The security programme should not affect the productivity of the staff for the worse.
  6. Use creative illustrations and examples so that the people will see it the way you do.
  7. Do follow ups and continuously review your awareness materials as well as adjust program when required. Continuous improvements should be made to fine tune the programme.
  8. The awareness resource developed must include the definition of security, how it impacts their daily activities, and processes that support the security program. Employees must understand the security policies and know where to find them.
  9. The awareness message developed for the management should focus on policies and its enforcement meeting the business goals and objectives.
  10. Create a mix of awareness, e.g. quiz, newsletters, etc. A good mix of materials is usually more effective.
  11. Don't be negative about a security situation. The risks and issues need to be written in a manner so that it is easier for the audience to relate the context in the real world application.
  12. The message should be topical and should state the risk and threats faced by the user. It should also state its relevance to them, what to do and not to do and why they should be protected.
]]> Sat, 16 Aug 2008 09:08:23 PST Five Essential Resources for Learning Jquery http://www.computersight.com/Programming/JavaScript/Five-Essential-Resources-for-Learning-Jquery.126770 I'm a web developer who has recently learned jQuery. My time is important to me so I had to learn jQuery fast. Here are the list of the Five sites I found most useful for learning jQuery.

  1. Getting Started with jQuery

    This site contains great information about the jQuery library. I already had knowledge of javascript and the document object model (DOM) so I found this a perfect place to start learning. The article starts from "hello world" and tries to explain the details of what is going on.

  2. jQuery Crash Course

    The title is what started me off with this article. I wanted to learn jQuery and I wanted to learn it fast. This crash course takes you through the steps you need when learning the library.

  3. Learning jQuery

    This whole website is dedicated to teaching people how to learn and use jQuery. It has an RSS feed so you can keep up-to-date with the sites latest tutorials. The articles on the site are short and to the point.

  4. 15 Days of jQuery

    The title of this article threw me off at first as I was interested in learning fast, and 15 days is a long time. This is another great site with tutorials that include examples and an RSS feed so you can keep up-to-date with new tutorials.

  5. jQuery Cheat Sheet

    If you've used cheat sheets before, you will understand how great it is to have this printed off to have with you at your desk.
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