This document discusses how media portrayals and lack of understanding of technology can negatively impact security. It begins with an introduction of the speaker and overview of what will be covered. It then distinguishes between training, which provides guidelines, and education, which explains why. The document argues that widespread misunderstanding of technology makes users easy targets for scammers and can generate fear. It provides examples of media stories that spread incomplete or misleading information. The document suggests this leads to overreaction by lawmakers and focus on enterprise security rather than helping home users. It concludes by offering suggestions for improving understanding, like sharing knowledge more widely and using common language.
This document discusses how media portrayals and lack of understanding of technology can negatively impact security. It begins with an introduction of the speaker and overview of what will be covered. It then distinguishes between training, which provides guidelines, and education, which explains why. The document argues that widespread misunderstanding of technology makes users easy targets for scammers and can generate fear. It provides examples of media stories that spread incomplete or misleading information. The document suggests this leads to overreaction by lawmakers and focus on enterprise security rather than helping home users. It concludes by offering suggestions for improving understanding, like sharing knowledge more widely and using common language.