Stephen Cooper

Stephen Cooper

Networking and Cyber Security Specialist

Stephen Cooper has taken a close interest in online security since his thesis on Internet encryption in the early 90s. That formed part of his BSC (Hons) in Computing and Informatics at the University of Plymouth. In those days, encapsulation techniques were just being formulated and Cooper kept an eye on those methodologies as they evolved into the VPN industry. Cooper went on to study an MSC in Advanced Manufacturing Systems and Kingston University. He also holds an MSc Advanced Security and Digital Forensics from Edinburgh Napier University.

Cooper worked as a technical consultant, sitting DBA exams and specializing in Oracle Applications. With a long experience as a programmer, Cooper is able to assess systems by breaking into programs and combing through the code. Knowledge of IT development and operations working practices helps him to focus his reviews on the attributes of software that are really important to IT professionals.

After working as an IT consultant across Europe and the USA, he has become adept at explaining complicated technology in everyday terms. He is a people person with an interest in technology

Articles by Stephen
The Best Threat Intelligence Feeds
Threat intelligence feeds provide warnings of newly discovered system weaknesses and planned hacker campaigns.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on November 20, 2024
LookingGlass ScoutPrime Review & Alternatives
LookingGlass ScoutPrime is a threat intelligence aggregator. With this service, you can get notified of attacks that are developing and could affect your business.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on January 10, 2023
The Best Azure Intrusion Detection Tools
If you use resources on Azure, you need to protect them. Find out how to block intruders on the Azure platform.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on January 22, 2024
The Best Cloud Security Posture Management Tools
As businesses increase their use of cloud-based services, they need to improve their understanding of security issues that can weaken those cloud systems. Cloud Security Posture Management (CPSM) is all about configuring your cloud resources to optimize security. Discover the right CSPM tools.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on May 28, 2024
The Best Protocol Analyzer Tools
A protocol analyzer examines the headers of packets traveling over a network to deliver traffic statistics. We list the best.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on July 4, 2024
Azure Solutions: IaaS vs PaaS
Azure is a cloud platform, but what does that mean? First, we explain the difference between Infrastructure-as-a-Service and Platform-as-a-Service
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on July 14, 2022
The Best IoT Update Management Tools
Internet of Things devices are everywhere and if you run IoT devices for your business you need to keep them secure with their firmware up to date.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on June 11, 2024
The Best Agentless Discovery Tools for IT Asset Management
Automated discovery is probably the most useful IT asset management tool you can have. Find out about agentless discovery systems.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on August 1, 2024
The Best MCM Clients
Mobile content management systems let you control the distribution and visibility of corporate data on mobile devices. Find out about MDM clients. 
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on June 13, 2024
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