Thomas Donchez

Contributing Writer

Thomas Donchez is a graduate of East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Security and Computer Science. Tom is currently working toward his Masters Degree in Computer Science and resides near Allentown, PA.

With a strong background in computer security and great interest in current trends, Tom enjoys writing on security related topics. His recent research includes rootkit detection and advanced steganography methods, and his thesis work relates to network traffic analysis and reporting. Tom also spent three years as an ASP.NET web developer.

Encryption: What It Is and How It Is Used

Thomas Donchez • March 21, 2008

Encryption is the method of encoding information using a password, in order to hide the real information from others. The technique is used for various tasks, including secure storage and transferring data between computers and wireless networks.

ID Access and Management: The Basics of Physical Security

Thomas Donchez • March 21, 2008

As companies grow, the increase in employees can pose a serious concern, as security personnel are employed to help ensure the safety of employees. There are numerous measures that can be taken to improve physical security, and their cost-effectiveness should be considered before installation. Some methods of...

Network Perimeter Safety

Thomas Donchez • March 21, 2008

Network security is a big issue for financial institutions. From a small home office's DSL connection to a corporation's high-speed fiber connection, a company's network needs to be protected from outside threats.

Storage: The Basics

Thomas Donchez • March 21, 2008

Storing information on computers is an everyday occurrence for most computer users, both at home and work. Solid state drives, external hard drives, online storage and file servers are some of the common devices used for storing valuable information. Read about each of these below for the common uses of each one.

Message Archiving: The Basics

Thomas Donchez • March 19, 2008

Archiving is the long-term storage of information in a repository, usually compressed to reduce storage space. Archiving information helps reduce data loss, as it ensures that everything will never get lost and can always be accessed. Top priorities all in this era of e-discovery and computer forensics.