Ubiquitous Information Technologies
Rare today for any system not to incorporate IT
- Floodgates on dams; Roadways; Cars; Industrial processes ; etc.
Often internet protocols over public networks
- Cheap, easy, fast
- Allows interconnectivity between disparate elements
- increase efficiencies and reduce costs
Ubiquity of IT makes infosec concerns also ubiquitous
- Assure information content, access and infrastructure while maintaining confidentiality, integrity and availability.