"Accountability" - As we've started discussing IT security breaches are continually in the news.  Several of these events have led to Personally Identifiable Information (PII) being leaked such as social security numbers, credit card information or simply embarrassing personal details.  In many of these cases company Executives have been fired or forced to resign.  Do you think that these dismissals have or have not been warranted?  Please explain your reasoning Please: Don't use Chatgpt

The usage of a fingerprint reader, rather than a username and password, has been implemented as a new security precaution at your company. Because you shaved it off over the weekend, your computer can no longer use your fingerprint to verify your identity. As a direct result of this problem, you will no longer be able to use the computer you were using. What are the next steps?

"The impact of hacking on life" - For the last several years cyber-attacks/hacking are in the news on a seemingly continuous basis.  Some of the most recent/largest hacking events include the Solarwinds hack that was the conduit for the major breach of many US Federal agencies and the disturbing Equifax hack from 2017.   Have these events and the subsequent reporting caused you to change any habits/behaviors?  Please provide your thoughts on this along with why you have or have not made any changes as a result of these events. Hint: Please don't use chat gpt

In light of this information, what, if any, inferences can we draw regarding criminal activity online?