Jose A. Toledo

1 day ago | medium.com | Jose A. Toledo |José Toledo

Welcome back to the blog! In our digital world, we constantly access accounts, files, and services online. But how do systems know it’s really us, and what should they let us do? Previously, we discussed the foundational goals of cybersecurity known as the CIA Triad — ensuring the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability of our data and systems. (If you’d like a refresher on those core concepts, you can my post The CIA Triad: Cybersecurity for Beginners).

6 days ago | medium.com | Jose A. Toledo |José Toledo

¡Hola a todos! Welcome back, thanks for being here. Have you ever stopped to think about the magic that happens when you type a website address and hit Enter? How does your computer find the right server halfway across the world and show you the page? And how do cybersecurity professionals protect this complex flow of information? Understanding the basics of networking is like learning the grammar of the internet — it’s essential for clear communication and crucial for spotting when things go wrong.

1 week ago | medium.com | Jose A. Toledo |José Toledo

Hey there, cyber friends! I am back after a big of a break. It feels great to be back and diving into another essential concept in the world of cybersecurity. If you’ve ever felt like playing whack-a-mole with online threats — blocking one malicious IP address only for the attacker to pop up with a new one — you’re not alone. It can feel like an endless, frustrating game. But what if you could understand the attacker’s mindset just a little better?

Oct 8, 2024 | freecodecamp.org | Jose A. Toledo |José Toledo

This tutorial is designed to be your stepping stone into the fascinating world of cybersecurity. I’ll introduce you to key concepts and terminology you’ll need to know, giving you a solid foundation to build upon as you continue your learning journey. ConclusionCybersecurity is the practice of protecting computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction.