Michael Argast to speak at The Pennsylvania Educational Technology
Expo and Conference (PETE&C)
Boston, Mass. - February 11, 2009, IT security and control firm,
Sophos, announced that Michael Argast, security analyst at Sophos
will speak on the topic of students' online behavior and the
security risks at The
Pennsylvania Educational Technology Expo and Conference
(PETE&C) on February 11, 2009.
Argast's presentation titled, "Students' online behavior? Are
they at risk?" will discuss how children have always been savvy at
testing boundaries and computer networks have never been an
exception. The session will include tips for IT administrators to
ensure safe, appropriate web browsing for students.
Argast leads a global team of consultants responsible for
advising Sophos customers on their security and control
implementations, practices and policies. He has worked over 10
years in IT industry, specializing in networking and security. His
depth of experience includes delivering solutions for many of the
Global 500 companies in Finance, Healthcare and Telecom, as well as
many large Government and high profile Education organizations.
Michael speaks regularly to the press, at industry conferences
and leading educational organizations globally on the topics of
security control and data protection best practices.
About PETE&C
The Pennsylvania Educational Technology Expo and Conference
(PETE&C) is a statewide event that provides quality programs
focused on technology in the educational field. Each year, hundreds
of exhibitors showcase their latest technology products and
services to the vast audience of teachers, administrators,
technology directors, school board members and more. Monday and
Tuesday mornings kick off with keynote speakers that will both
educate and inspire you. Throughout the two days, you can attend
concurrent sessions, keystone poster sessions and student
showcases. There is something for everyone at PETE&C!
Sophos is headquartered in Boston, US and Oxford, UK. More information is available at www.sophos.com.