Making Security Useful Without Being a Burden

This 21-minute talk features Erik Kline, Computer Scientist and Principal Scientist at USC Information Sciences Institute (ISI), discussing the importance of making cybersecurity accessible rather than burdensome. Discover why collaboration is essential for progress in the field as Kline shares his professional journey, explaining why he pivoted away from game development to focus on computer science. Learn about the challenges of protecting people online and the common misconceptions about cybersecurity portrayed in movies and TV. Explore Kline's perspective on the exciting yet concerning future developments in cybersecurity, offering insights into how security measures can be designed to protect users without creating obstacles to usability.