Stephen Cooper

Stephen Cooper

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

Low on resources or specialist staff that can manage A specialized SIEM system? Want to know more about Managed SIEM solutions? We show you the best Managed SIEM Services.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on February 20, 2025
Linux computers can be used for network monitoring and it is also possible to monitor other Linux hosts across a network. We describe the best Linux network monitoring tools.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on February 28, 2025
Desktop management is another term for Unified Endpoint Management (UEM). It involves overseeing laptops, tablets, and smartphones as well as Macs and PCs. We show you the best desktop management software.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on February 21, 2025
QRadar SIEM was developed by Q1 Labs, which is now owned by IBM. Now that it is the IBM SIEM, has the performance of QRadar SIEM improved? How does this tool compare to other SIEM systems?
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on March 4, 2025
The Splunk SIEM is called Splunk Enterprise Security. It is part of a Security Operation Suite that can be enhanced with related services. We examine the Splunk SIEM solution and look for alternatives.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on July 23, 2024
Logpoint SIEM is an IT system defense tool that operates on live data and log files for detection information sources. Find out about this cybersecurity system and its competitors.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on June 25, 2024
Elastic SIEM is a new security system offered by Elastic NV, the team behind the highly-regarded Elastic Stack. Elasticsearch has a stable of winners but is Elastic SIEM any good?
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on June 21, 2023
Rapid7 InsightIDR is a cloud-based SIEM system that deploys live traffic monitoring, event correlation, and log file scanning to detect and stop intrusion.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on April 5, 2024
FortiSIEM from Fortinet is a system protection platform. This tool examines live transactions and logs records to detect intrusion and malicious activity.
By Stephen Cooper in Net Admin on March 5, 2025
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