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Data security bill gains traction
Congress is currently grappling with legislation to fight cybercrime and to improve government information security compliance. The measure is likely to have an impact on the private sector, too. The Read more...
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Spam fight prompts security market changes
The continuing quest to squelch spam, deter spyware and stop malware is causing more than a few waves within the email security industry. Big tech titans--from Cisco to Microsoft and everyone in Read more...
Microsoft moves to secure laptops
Given this year's rash of laptop thefts, the fact that Microsoft's new operating system, Vista, provides an automatic encryption feature for laptop hard drives may prove a compelling selling point Read more...
Better cyber security law needed
A former presidential assistant and Homeland Security Council director is pushing for Congress to take action in thwarting IT-related security breaches, saying that it's not only a serious threat to Read more...
Symantec report: Vista a bit buggy and unstable
Security vendor Symantec has released a paper highlighting flaws and security issues with the upcoming Vista system that Microsoft is expected to complete and release at year's end. But since Read more...
SPOTLIGHT: Security vendors don't see Microsoft as huge threat
While not exactly earth shattering, security vendors are baring their claws as Microsoft entrenches itself within the security industry with its OneCare Live security product. As one vendor leader Read more...
SPOTLIGHT: Microsoft steps into security with both feet
Microsoft isn't stepping lightly into the PC security marketplace. It's carrying a big stick--a home brewed security service called OneCare Live that will debut in early summer. With such a Read more...