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Microsoft promises to stymie hackers next week with new patches 10/07/2009 08:04:00
Takes unusual step of confirming fixes for bugs currently under attack

Microsoft today said it would deliver six security updates next Tuesday, including two for holes that hackers have been using for months to attack Windows and Internet Explorer (IE).
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The botnet world is booming 10/07/2009 08:10:00
Botnet-directed attacks are increasing

The thriving world of botnet attacks continues to demand IT's attention.
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EC's Reding calls for shake-up of online copyright laws 10/07/2009 04:32:00
Rules for online distribution of books, music and movies are outdated, commissioner said

European laws governing the digitization of content such as books, movies and music need a major re-working in order to keep Europe relevant in the digital age, said the European Commissioner for the information society and telecoms Viviane Reding on Thursday.
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How to use electrical outlets and cheap lasers to steal data 10/07/2009 03:13:00
How to execute these attacks will be demonstrated at the Black Hat USA 2009 security conference in Las Vegas later this month

If attackers intent on data theft can tap into an electrical socket near a computer or if they can draw a bead on the machine with a laser, they can steal whatever is being typed into it.
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France creates new national IT security agency 10/07/2009 04:46:00
Its responsibilities will include protecting the nation's infrastructure from cyberattacks

France has created a new national IT systems security agency to better defend its IT networks.

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Features

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Parents need to talk to kids about Internet use, experts say 08/07/2009 03:45:00
Teens may spend more time online during summer vacations

Summer vacation is in full swing in large parts of the Northern Hemisphere, and it's time for parents to talk to their teenagers about staying safe during the extra hours they will spend online, three online safety experts said.
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Viruses and cyber crime: we talk to security expert Eugene Kaspersky 07/07/2009 16:50:00
We picked the brain of Kaspersky Lab’s head honcho

In 1989, Eugene Kaspersky ran afoul of the Cascade virus while working for the Ministry of Defence in the heart of the Soviet Union. He defeated it with his wits and a pencil.
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Has China's Green Dam burst? 03/07/2009 16:14:00
Despite official claims to the contrary, the Green Dam software was discovered to be blocking more than just pornography

China did a sudden about-face late yesterday and decided to delay its controversial requirement that all computers sold after July 1 must come with Web filtering software.
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Open source vs closed source: opinions from a virus analyst 02/07/2009 12:45:00
Kaspersky Lab's David Emm weighs in on open source security

Open source security is a hot topic in the IT world. Some people believe that open source solutions are a potential playground for mischief-makers and cyber criminals, while others swear they’re safer than proprietary software.
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Small-business network security 101 02/07/2009 05:17:00
Technology for protecting valuable data from prying eyes, warding off malware, managing spam, or empowering employees to work remotely and securely is now bundled in routers at prices that most organizations should be able to afford

Today more than ever, good network security is vital to businesses of all sizes. Cybercriminals, equipped with sophisticated software that automates the task of seeking out vulnerabilities, aren't focusing on large enterprises alone; any easy target will do. Fortunately, however, good security isn't as expensive or as complicated to implement as it used to be.

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Opinions

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In Iran, cyber-activism without the middle-man 19/06/2009 04:48:00
Teenagers use this technology to skirt filters at the local library

Anthony Papillion says he just wants to give Iranians a voice, but the word on Twitter these days is that he's not to be trusted.
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Should Facebook, Twitter follow IM providers and block access to U.S. 'enemies'? 11/06/2009 10:34:00
Legal experts say the services should be blocked, but others question a contradiction with democratic goals for the countries

Facebook and Twitter should join instant messaging (IM) services and block access to U.S.-sanctioned countries in order to avoid running afoul of the government's trade embargoes, say legal experts.
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UC security: When the shoe won't fit, compress the foot 15/04/2009 05:06:00
Information security today seems to be suffering from many flawed assumptions

If your security model is location-centric and depends on keeping things separate, how do you respond to a disruptive technology like unified communications? This is a pattern that keeps repeating in many different areas: the security paradigm looked good until a technology comes along, changes the assumptions and reveals the inadequacy of the model.
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Security predictions for 2009 06/01/2009 08:34:00
Host-based security, new botnets are discovered and security projects struggle for funding are some of Andreas M. Antonopoulos' predictions for the year ahead.

My predictions for information security in 2009 are just predictions, not recommendations. I am trying to guess what will happen, not suggesting what should. As always, take these with a grain of salt.
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The debate resumes over Mac security 08/12/2008 09:30:00
A revised Apple support doc told users to run antivirus apps; then it was yanked

The Mac community this week has been debating an updated Knowledge Base article on Apple's Web site that raised questions about the company's stance on security. The recent update, which was pulled down on Tuesday, originally recommended that users install at least one antivirus software app. It was an odd statement given that Apple has often bashed rival Windows for being less secure than Mac OS X.

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Interviews

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SaaS, not shopping, is focus of Symantec's new CEO 26/06/2009 09:32:00
In five years, SaaS revenue will triple, Enrique Salem predicts

CIOs think of Symantec as a company that buys its way into new markets. Over the past decade the Cupertino, California, vendor has snatched up about 30 companies as it's evolved from an antivirus and tools seller to an aspiring enterprise infrastructure vendor.
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If Kaspersky were God... 31/12/2008 09:00:00
Eugene Kaspersky talks about the evolution of malware, the future of cybersecurity, the problems with the Internet, and more.

We recently got the opportunity to interview Eugene Kaspersky, the man behind Kaspersky Anti Virus. Here's what he had to say about the evolution of malware, the future of cybersecurity, the problems with the Internet, and more.
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Eugene Kaspersky on malware, the Internet's future 18/12/2008 07:43:00
Kaspersky discusses the evolution of malware and the future of cybersecurity

We recently got the opportunity to interview Eugene Kaspersky, the man behind Kaspersky Anti Virus. Here's what he had to say about the evolution of malware, the future of cybersecurity, the problems with the internet, and more.
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Privacy is a thing of the past, says private investigator 13/10/2008 08:24:00
Private eye Steven Rambam explains what he does, how he knows everything about you and why he's not the one you should be worried about.

In his 25 years in business, Steven Rambam has worked on some high-profile cases, including tracking down Nazi war criminals in Canada. He also owns PallTech, an investigative database service with more than 25 billion records on US citizens and businesses.
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AT&T security guru talks DoS attacks, hackers 08/09/2008 08:04:00
Botnets, protection of personal information pose biggest challenges, AT&T CSO Edward Amoroso says.

Edward Amoroso is the chief security officer at AT&T in the US, as well as a professor who has written several textbooks on information security. Amoroso spoke with Jon Brodkin last week in Boston, where he delivered a keynote about network security during Forrester's Security Forum.

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Tutorials

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App demystifies Windows 7 built-in firewall 07/07/2009 02:41:00
If you want fine-grained control over the way that the Windows firewall works in Windows 7 and Windows Vista, you'll want to download this free program

Want fine-grained control over the firewall built into Windows 7 and Windows Vista--especially the way it blocks outbound connections? Good luck. Even if you manage to unearth the controls buried deep in Windows menus and applications, you'll be baffled. Windows 7 Firewall Control Free solves the problem for you.
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Why all the Svchosts? 04/06/2009 02:36:00
It's perfectly normal to have multiple svchost processes running at a time

A PC World reader asked the Answer Line forum about the six or seven svchost.exe processes that turn up in Task Manager.
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Improve PC speed and security 01/06/2009 15:46:00
Use file management and deletion software to clean your hard drive, and child-friendly tools to protect your family's privacy.

These easy tips will help you clear your system of clutter, improve its performance, and keep it free from malware and other security threats. You can also protect your kids through safe search software and a time management device.
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Read Outlook Express e-mail without running the program 27/05/2009 09:23:00
Simply run MiTeC Mail Viewer, point it at the location of the file, and then select the folder you want to view

Got a need to view Microsoft Outlook Express 4, 5, or 6 e-mail without having access to Outlook Express? Want to view Windows Vista Mail and Windows Live mail message databases? You'll want MiTeC Mail Viewer<. This free program lets you view those message stores, as well as message stores in any standalone .EML files, used by some e-mail programs.
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Keep kids safe online 27/05/2009 06:33:00
Quintura is no Google, but it does make me feel better about unsupervised Web searches

My nine-year-old daughter knows how to use Google. And as someone who just accidentally landed on a porn site after typing what he thought was the URL for a sporting-goods store, I realize it's time to take steps.

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Buying Guides

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Guide to VoIP security 03/07/2008 14:05:56
New ways to hack VoIP aren't fatal if you're prepared for them

New exploits against VoIP continue to emerge, but experts say these demonstrations reveal the need for vigilant security and are not fatal flaws to the technology.
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Anti-spyware 26/10/2007 16:20:42

Spyware ranges from the merely annoying to the potentially devastating, but our Anti-spyware guide will keep your PC pesk free.
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ADSL Modem/Router 10/10/2007 10:20:52

If you have multiple computers around the home or office and want to network them together to share an ADSL Internet connection then this guide is for you.
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Surge Protectors 29/07/2005 10:41:38

By investing a little more in a surge protector, you can protect and prolong the life of your electrical products.
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UPS 22/06/2005 16:59:54

Uninterruptible Power Supply, or UPS are designed to save you heartache and money.