Research Reports

Summary Synology has launched ActiveProtect, a backup appliance aimed at the enterprise market. It combines Synology’s hardware and software, offering features such as global deduplication, immutable backups, and air-gapping. This launch is part of Synology’s […]

Air-Gapping: Evolution, Implementation, and Efficacy in Contemporary Threat Landscapes Abstract Air-gapping, the practice of isolating a computer or network from all other networks, including the internet, has long been considered a gold standard for securing […]

Abstract Splunk has emerged as a dominant force in the realm of data analytics, particularly in the fields of security information and event management (SIEM), IT operations, and business intelligence. This report provides an in-depth […]

Abstract Object storage has emerged as a dominant paradigm for managing the explosive growth of unstructured data characteristic of the big data era. Cloudian HyperStore, a software-defined object storage solution, presents a compelling alternative to […]

Abstract Social engineering, the art of manipulating individuals to divulge confidential information or perform actions detrimental to themselves or their organizations, represents a persistent and evolving threat in the cybersecurity landscape. While technical defenses have […]

Abstract The financial sector, characterized by its complex IT infrastructure, high-value assets, and stringent regulatory requirements, remains a prime target for cyberattacks. This research report delves into the multifaceted cybersecurity challenges confronting the financial industry, […]

Evolving Data Architectures: A Comprehensive Analysis of NAS, Cloud Storage, and the Hybrid Landscape Abstract This research report presents a comprehensive analysis of Network Attached Storage (NAS), cloud storage, and the emerging hybrid architectures that […]

Advanced Predictive Analytics: Techniques, Applications, and Future Directions Abstract Predictive analytics, a branch of advanced analytics, leverages statistical techniques, machine learning algorithms, and data mining to forecast future events and behaviors. This report provides a […]

Abstract Modern computing environments are increasingly heterogeneous, encompassing a spectrum of resources from on-premises infrastructure to various cloud offerings. Effective workload placement and orchestration within these environments hinges on a deep understanding of workload characteristics […]

Abstract Degaussing, the process of reducing or eliminating unwanted magnetic fields, has long been a prominent method for data sanitization, particularly for magnetic storage devices. This report provides an in-depth analysis of degaussing, exploring the […]