Going Digital with Cybersecurity Framework

We have come a long way since the 19th century when the first computer was invented by various companies pitching in their respective components especially when Intel conceived the idea of a microprocessor. That made companies like IBM, HP, NEC, Toshiba create their personal computers and fill the market with a variety for man to choose.

Those initial years man was surprised to what length this PC could go to. It could not only store in immense data but also when searched for, it could bring up a particular file just by sitting stationary and not stressing those gray cells over where that particular file is shelved.

Life has taken a turn for the better, and man in urban areas has since then never looked back especially when it came to dealing with his personal work or in the corporate society.

Lately, the Government of India wants to empower every Indian by giving access to their citizen rights and services while providing information on reforms and making a platform for them to interact with the government. The above will enable making welfare quicker and accessible to all while eliminating paperwork. However, this will have to include the creation of digital infrastructure, and in order to deliver services digitally, will have to acquaint the citizens with digital literacy. The Bharat Broadband Network Limited (BBNL) will be the custodian of this project and help connect rural areas via broadband thus helping to make the Digital India project accessible country wide.

Many corporates are excited about this new venture, but the government has to overcome quite a few hurdles prior to declaring it a success.

The obstacles are coming in the form of phishing, worms, firewalls, Trojan horses, hackers, viruses, privacy protection, data guardianship, tighter cyber laws to keep e-governance and e-commerce transactions safe. Cyber security is numero uno since all data is online thus making sure the infrastructure is secure and well grounded. 

Some preliminary steps to be cautious of in order to make India walk the digital path.

Viruses have a malicious code. Officials should be trained not to open any email attachment or going to particular websites. 

Worms can also propagate via email, websites or network-based software. Although they can propagate without doing anything. Caution is the word!

 Trojan horse is a software that claims to one thing while it does something different behind the scenes. 

Spyware is a sneaky software that comes with the computer when screen savers, games or other applications are being downloaded. Spyware sends information to a third party, thus bring a threat to one's privacy. 

The above will have the Government of India play an important role in countering threats to their cyber network by having a 24*7 center to monitor and help secure the civilian system and cyberspace.  

However, some good news is in the making for cyber security.

 A Cyber security framework is in action by Intel where the company intends to focus on risk management instead of compliance. Their framework has the potential to transform cyber security on a global scale. 

Currently in the testing phase but Intel anticipates providing the highest level of structure for organizing basic cyber security activities into categories and subcategories. The five functions are Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover. Once the pilot project is a success, this cyber security framework from Intel will be a complete package if installed on the infrastructure by any corporation or government.

Thus giving an opportunity to the Government of India to go digital thanks to the Cyber security Framework from Intel. 

Mantra for today: Man is an intelligent soul to find ways to protect himself from a bully even though he is in the realm of electronic communication. 

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This post has been written for #DigitalIndia

Wordless Wednesday #77

When beckoned, how many of us would walk/sit in darkness?

There are some who are scared of the dark thus, won't bother.

There are a few who would argue that nothing would be visible so why go through the inconvenience!

But, actually being seated in the dark allows an individual to peep into his/her consciousness? When nothing is visible, we tend to become aware of our thoughts, surroundings, and own existence.

Bliss!


Mantra for today: A dark room usually helps unfold some wrinkles within.



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Misfortunes and Life

Dan was pacing the room in anxiety.

Mom inquired, but he would not give any clues. 

Finally, she gave up and was about to exit the room, "What if history repeats itself." he said out loud.

That froze her feet; she turned around and quickly hugged him with tears rolling down. 

Gulped her fear and after taking a deep breath, "Misfortunes dare not come near to those who embrace life with confidence." she said while patting his back.

Dan cringed at the sight of his car-crash but was quick to utter, "Amen" to get a grip on himself.

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In 99 words write a story to reveal a characters symptoms. It can be something the character is oblivious to, or terrified about. Join in the fun at CarrotRanch.

When a seed gives life...

Proud is not just an adjective, but it also uplifts the mood of a human when he is showing pride, appreciation, and satisfaction with things that he has achieved so far.

Today when I look back at my achievements, no doubt they make me smile since where I am today is thanks to the hard work that I put in yesterday.

But, then I am not going to gloat about it, and tag it as one of my proud moments since that will just make me slow down on the goal that I want to achieve in this lifetime.

Now, I am not hard on myself but just being practical to keep challenging myself and help me take that extra step forward each day.

More so since moments of pride are usually associated with materialistic accomplishments and thus they come with a price. Today they exist, but tomorrow they might decease.

However, for me my proudest moment is one that has been experienced by many but still it gives me the goosebumps till date. It was the moment when I had my newborn in my hand, was the proudest moment more so since as a child I had read about the biology of creation, and was awed by the thought that a seed can actually make life (omit vegetation) but then to actually go through the process of giving birth and having that ~5 pounder flesh and blood in your hand was a magnificent feeling.


I felt exulted, was overjoyed and till today I cannot stop boasting about it as I point at him and say it out loud, when asked, "That is my child!"

“Children have never been very good at listening to their elders, but they have never failed to imitate them.” 
― James Baldwin

Becoming a parent is not mandatory for a human to undergo. But, it sure is one of the best moments for oneself to feel that love within grow, and evolve as we breed another bag of bones and nurture it and bring him/her up as a responsible citizen of the country. It is a test of your patience, grit, and will-power, but many have done it. Thus, today we have a population of over a trillion breathing on this planet!

Mantra for today: “What it's like to be a parent: It's one of the hardest things you'll ever do but in exchange it teaches you the meaning of unconditional love.” 
― Nicholas Sparks, The Wedding

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Linking up with FTSF. Their sentence for today is: My Proudest Moment.

Wordless Wednesday #76

What is the significance of an abandoned home? 

None!

The above is a relinquished bee hive that the bees vacated. Thus, of no importance anymore.

The same could be applied to our body that is our home, but once our soul decides to vacate it. 

It's of no use, thus either buried or burnt.

Mantra for today: When the Body is a Temporary Home, why obsess over it. Just keep it nourished with Good Food and Good Mantras. 

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In the Cafeteria....

Katie tripped over a foot in the cafeteria that made the contents of the tray fly all over the place. 

That led to angry faces, rude remarks and loud shouts from students that became a victim to the droplets and particles of food over them.

Harry sneered over the scenario while bringing his feet together as he attempted to wipe a drop off his sleeve. 

Katie was quick to get up wipe herself and the particles of food around her ex-boyfriend who was responsible for this act. His color changed from red to white after her selfless act.


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In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story that shows the bully mentality countered with a different, unexpected or kind action. 

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A Woman, A Goddess!

 India, a country of many religions and beliefs, recognizes the Supreme power with many names as a God and a Goddesses. 

The Women of that country are put on the pedestal in the form of Goddesses. Since she is the creator of the planet, and her powers are, in match with the divinity. 

Unfortunately, respect and dignity is not in the cards when it comes to treating the women. Thus, she ought to be a strong, and an independent individual by fighting for her rights and breaking all those barriers that keep her enclosed.

Some necessary steps for a woman to be strong and gain her freedom are within her. She has to learn to battle within herself, learn to protect herself and speak her mind since; life will not sustain if she becomes invisible. 

Fight your Mind: A woman should have the courage to argue with her subconscious mind and try to be her real self. Argue to such an extent that your mind will give up and say, “Okay, do what you want to do.” Once that signal comes in, bring your thoughts into the action and do not delay.

Be Self-Aware: Know about your finances, politics, and the money transfers. Ignorance is never bliss, and a woman could be taken for granted. Exercise your rights as being aware of the above in your family. Take the initiative to ask questions and make decisions if you feel something is not fair. Being quiet and submissive is not the solution.

Be Confident: Once you venture out in the wild world, you will tend to make many decisions. Some could be right, and some could go wrong. Do not falter over your bad decisions. Right and wrong conclusions are the two sides of a coin. If you will not fall, how will you make a right decision next time? Be confident in your stance even if the world jeers at you and calls you names.

Find your source of ignition: Each human runs on fuel of inspiration, which he/she gets from some activity such as playing a sport, cooking, meditating, yoga. This surges her/his adrenaline and makes him/her confident to face the world. Find your passion that helps ignite you, and strengthens you while making you venture into the world.

Use Earplugs: When a woman is making decisions in the man’s world, there will be instances when she will hear a lot of opinions on how, why, what, where. She will be questioned for her each act. Use earplugs and do not worry about what the world has to say. You are a confident and an intelligent woman. Sway yourself with poise along the crowd and do what your mind pleases.

Protect yourself: Even though, we are in the 21st century; it is still a man’s world in many aspects. Protect yourself physically by carrying some form of protection such as a pepper spray to be a deterrent when attacked.

Conclusion

Oh, Woman, you are the life of this planet.

You are the Mother, the Creator, and an Individual whose positivity radiates within you while you show Perseverance, Spontaneity, Inspiration, the Elegance and the Patience to endure all that is thrown at you.

Man has outlined you as a Goddess with divine beauty. But, you are much more than exterior beauty and should not be threatened by them around you.

Man has been trashing you in all aspects, but oh, Woman you are too stiff to bow down.

You are sensitive to the needs of your children; your man and you are the greatest lover, a healer, a homemaker, and positivity radiates from you and showers to the world.

Jai Ho! Woman.

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This post is a part of Write Over the Weekend, an initiative for Indian Bloggers by BlogAdda.