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Top 3 Reasons to Migrate from Visual FoxPro to .NET

For companies relying on applications built with Microsoft's Visual FoxPro (VFP) development platform, the time has come to seriously consider modernizing to a more current technology like .NET. Released way back in 1995, FoxPro reached the end of its life a decade ago when Microsoft announced the product's retirement. While VFP apps that work fine today may seem to prevent the need to modernize, under the surface, trouble is brewing. This article examines the most pressing reasons why visual FoxPro migration to .NET should be a priority for forward-thinking IT leaders.

Feature Friday #2: $(with)

Ever wanted to manipulate a string - temporarily - for an individual promise? Check out the with attribute and its special, $(with) variable. Sometimes you need some variation on a string for a specific case. Traditionally, to achieve this you’d simply define another variable. Here is a contrived example: I have a string, nginx and I want to emit a report that contains both the string itself and the upper case version of the string.

Safeguarding Smart Home Devices: A Comprehensive Guide to Cybersecurity for Ensuring Safety and Security

Smart home devices have revolutionized our lives, but with convenience comes risk. Have you ever wondered if your smart speakers, cameras, or thermostats could be vulnerable to cyber-attacks? Imagine the havoc a hacker could wreak by gaining unauthorized access. That's where this comprehensive cybersecurity guide comes in.

7 Most Common Types of Cyber Attacks: How to Spot and Prevent Them

There are many ways a malicious actor could get into your systems, and the list of threat vectors is increasing every day. Understanding the types of cyber threats you’re most likely to encounter puts you in a good position to build up your security practices against them. This article reviews the 7 most common cyber attacks and best practices you can implement today to strengthen your defenses.

Elevate Your Security with 8 Network Segmentation Best Practices

There are many moving parts to a zero trust strategy, and network segmentation cybersecurity is an important piece of the puzzle. Network segmentation involves dividing a network into smaller, isolated segments to minimize the potential damage caused by unauthorized access or attacks. In this article, we will explore the role of network segmentation in security, the key principles behind it, and eight network segmentation best practices to implement it effectively.

Mastering Log Retention Policy: A Guide to Securing Your Data

The strategic implementation of a security log retention policy is critical for safeguarding digital assets and key company data. This practice is foundational for detecting and analyzing security threats in real-time and conducting thorough post-event investigations. Integrating the nuances of log analytics system costs, which escalate with data volume due to the infrastructure needed for storage and processing, highlights a critical aspect of security log retention.

Loss Prevention Officer Strategies: How Retailers Can Minimize Theft and Enhance Profitability

Retail businesses face a big challenge: stopping theft to keep profits high. Luckily, smart loss prevention strategies can help. These strategies involve carefully watching for theft and using smart ways to prevent it, boosting a store's earnings.  These methods are not just about catching shoplifters but also involve using technology and training staff to spot and stop theft before it happens.