Samantha Dunn's Blog Posts

Samantha Dunn is a Search Engine Optimization Coordinator, part of the Digital Marketing team at Splunk. Samantha graduated from North Carolina State University with her degree in Business Administration. You can connect with Samantha on LinkedIn.

Information Lifecycle Management Explained: The Five Essential Stages for Data Management and Compliance
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Information Lifecycle Management Explained: The Five Essential Stages for Data Management and Compliance

Learn the five stages of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) to optimize data value, reduce costs, ensure security, and stay compliant with regulations.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026: The Complete Guide
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Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026: The Complete Guide

Discover key tips and events for Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026. Learn how simple actions can protect you from evolving online threats.
A Guide to Bots: Good vs. Bad Bots, Common Types, and Online Safety in 2026
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A Guide to Bots: Good vs. Bad Bots, Common Types, and Online Safety in 2026

Discover what bots are, the most common types, their impact on your online experience, and practical tips to protect yourself and your business in 2026.
SOC 2 Compliance Checklist: How to Pass the Audit (Checklist Inside)
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SOC 2 Compliance Checklist: How to Pass the Audit (Checklist Inside)

Discover how to prepare for a SOC 2 audit with this comprehensive compliance checklist, key requirements, and tips for choosing the right tools and partners.
Black Hat 2025 & DEF CON 33: The Attendees’ Guide
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Black Hat 2025 & DEF CON 33: The Attendees’ Guide

This blog post covers the basics of what you need to know about both Black Hat USA and Def Con.
Internet Trends in 2026: Stats, Predictions, AI Growth & Mary Meeker
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Internet Trends in 2026: Stats, Predictions, AI Growth & Mary Meeker

If no one documents trends, did they happen? Luckily, we don’t have to pretend! We’re covering Mary Meeker to find out what happened to her internet trends.