March 30, 2012

A new report says 2011 was the year of the “hacktivist,” with a majority of major cyber-attacks motivated by political and social intent. The study says data theft is almost never an inside job but often happens because the most basic security measures are not followed. It suggests companies could limit potential leaks by simply deleting old data that is no longer needed. Source Link

Count to six, and that’s all the time you have to make a key impression in a job interview. A study used eye tracking software to determine that recruiters spent just six seconds reviewing a resume before deciding if an applicant is right for the job. Among the most important elements being read were your current and previous employer start and end dates. Source Link

The Big Easy will play host to a Bluegrass showdown as part of the NCAA Men’s basketball Final Four in New Orleans on Saturday. Kentucky takes on in-state rival Louisville while Kansas tangles with Ohio State. The winners will advance to play in the national championship game on Monday. Source Link