Alex is an experienced journalist and content editor, working alongside software experts to research, write, meticulously factcheck, and edit articles relating to B2B cybersecurity and technology solutions, focusing on topics such as DevSecOps, network security and firewalls, and cloud infrastructure security.
Articles By: Alex Zawalnyski
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User Authentication (MFA) Buyers’ Guide 2026
How to choose the right User Authentication software.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) Buyers’ Guide 2026
How to choose the right Zero Trust Network Access software.
by Alex Zawalnyski
SaaS Backup and Recovery Buyers’ Guide
How to choose the right Software As A Service (SaaS) Backup and Recovery software.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Single Sign-On (SSO) Buyers’ Guide 2026
How to choose the right Single Sign-On software.
by Alex Zawalnyski
How To Choose A Managed Detection And Response (MDR) Solution
The functions and capabilities of an MDR (Managed Detection and Response) solution can seem overwhelming – how do you choose one that is appropriate for your organization?
by Alex Zawalnyski
Static Application Security Testing (SAST) Tools Buyers’ Guide 2026
How to choose the right SAST software.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Security Information and Events Management (SIEM) Buyers’ Guide
How to choose the right SIEM software.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Intrusion Prevention Buyers’ Guide 2026
A guide to the Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) market.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Best Phishing Simulation And Testing Solutions
We review 11 phishing simulation platforms based on simulation quality, training content, and reporting capabilities.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Best Business Email Compromise (BEC) Protection Solutions
We reviewed the leading BEC protection solutions on the accuracy of sender impersonation detection, how well each identifies payment redirect fraud, and the speed at which suspicious communications are flagged for human review.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Best OS Imaging And Deployment Software
We reviewed the leading OS imaging and deployment platforms on deployment speed and reliability, driver management, and how well they handle ongoing configuration drift across large device estates.
by Alex Zawalnyski
API Gateways Buyers’ Guide 2026
How to choose the right API Gateway software.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) Tools Buyers’ Guide 2026
How to choose the right DAST software.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Dark Web Monitoring Buyers’ Guide 2026
How to choose the right Dark Web Monitoring software.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Best Low Code Web Development Platforms
We reviewed 8 low-code web development platforms on the complexity of applications they can deliver, the quality of the component libraries, and how well they scale beyond the initial use case.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Mobile Device Management (MDM) Buyers’ Guide 2026
How to choose the right mobile device management software.
by Alex Zawalnyski
11 Questions To Ask When Demoing A Cloud Email Security Solution
What questions should you ask a Cloud Email Security Solution provider when looking for a new piece of cybersecurity infrastructure?
by Alex Zawalnyski
CrashPlan For Microsoft 365 Review: Flexible Backup And Granular Controls For M365 Apps
CrashPlan is a data resilience solution for servers, endpoints, and SaaS applications, including Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace. CrashPlan was initially part of Code42, but in 2022, the company was spun out to Mill Point Capital. In 2024, CrashPlan acquired Parablu, strengthening its backup and recovery capabilities for OneDrive and Azure environments. Although CrashPlan is...
by Alex Zawalnyski
How To Choose A Cyber Threat Intelligence Solution
Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) allows you to gain an insight into the cybersecurity risks that your organization faces. But what should you look for when trying to find the right threat intelligence solution?
by Alex Zawalnyski
How To Choose A Cyber Insurance Policy
There is a growing need for Cybersecurity Insurance to mitigate the effects of a cyber-attack. But what should you look for when choosing a policy?
by Alex Zawalnyski
How Effective Are Password Managers?
Password managers are widely hailed as an effective method of protecting passwords and securing accounts, but how do they work, and how effective are they in practice?
by Alex Zawalnyski
The Business Case for Email Security Beyond Basic Filtering
How important is it to extend your email defenses beyond email filtering?
by Alex Zawalnyski
How To Qualify For Cybersecurity Insurance
Comprehensive cybersecurity insurance is fast becoming an important part of an organization’s security strategy, but what does your organization need to do to qualify for cover?
by Alex Zawalnyski
Man-In-The-Middle Attacks Explained
What are Man-in-the-Middle attacks, how do they work, and what should IT managers within SMBs be doing to protect against this threat?
by Alex Zawalnyski
Best Proofpoint Email Security Alternatives
We reviewed 9 Proofpoint email security alternatives on detection accuracy, the quality of threat intelligence, and how well each integrates into Microsoft 365 environments where most organizations have now consolidated their productivity infrastructure.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Best Web Filtering Solutions
We reviewed the leading web content filtering platforms on category filtering accuracy, policy granularity, and how well each handles encrypted traffic that basic filtering cannot inspect.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Best Data-Centric Security Software
We reviewed 9 data-centric security platforms on classification accuracy, policy enforcement across storage locations, and how well each controls access to sensitive data when it leaves managed environments.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Best Cloud Data Security Solutions
We reviewed the leading cloud data security platforms on encryption key management, DLP enforcement across cloud services, and how well they detect and respond to data exfiltration attempts.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Best 10 Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) Solutions for Enterprise (2026)
We reviewed 10 DSPM platforms on discovery coverage, classification accuracy, remediation capabilities, and AI governance features. Here's how they compare for enterprise security teams.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Best SOC Automation Platforms
We reviewed the leading SOC automation platforms on playbook depth, integration breadth, and how much manual work they actually eliminate. Some deliver; some don't.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Best AI SOC Platforms
We compared 10 AI SOC platforms on triage depth, autonomous response controls, and false positive rates. The results were more varied than the marketing suggests.
by Alex Zawalnyski
Best Network Firewall Solutions
We reviewed the leading network firewall platforms on threat inspection depth, throughput under real traffic conditions, and how manageable policy configuration is for teams of different sizes.
by Alex Zawalnyski