information security
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of information security
First recorded in 1945–50
Example Sentences
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“This is a bigger problem because of the sheer numbers,” said Noopur Davis, Comcast’s head of information security.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 18, 2026
Like all information security, this will be a rapidly evolving landscape that will require a multifaceted approach and constant adaptation.
From Barron's ● Jan. 22, 2026
"We are making every effort to achieve full system restoration as quickly as possible, while implementing measures to prevent recurrence and strengthening information security across the group."
From BBC ● Nov. 26, 2025
“What was once thought of as simply a physical crime has now become a complex mix of internet access and physical execution,” said Randolph Barr, chief information security officer at cybersecurity firm Cequence Security.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 25, 2025
Our next speaker is Ted Hammacher, a recognized expert on the subject of computer and information security.
From Terminal Compromise: computer terrorism: when privacy and freedom are the victims: a novel by Winn Schwartau
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