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2004 Stories
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December 30, 2004
30Dec2004
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Archive: Bits & Bytes column library
Bits & Bytes column library archive -- 2003 to 2004 Continue Reading
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December 22, 2004
22Dec2004
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Microsoft to launch Office developer conference
Microsoft has announced it plans to hold its first-ever conference for Microsoft Office software developers. Continue Reading
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December 22, 2004
22Dec2004
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IBM readies 32-way Xeon server and hints at Opteron blade
IBM expects to ship a new 32-processor server based on Intel's Xeon processors in the first half of 2005 and may begin selling... Continue Reading
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December 22, 2004
22Dec2004
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New worm, Santy, using Google to spread
Antivirus companies are warning internet users about a fast-spreading new worm that infects web servers running a popular package... Continue Reading
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December 21, 2004
21Dec2004
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New Cisco appliance consolidates backup
Cisco Systems last week unveiled a file-based data-sharing appliance that can consolidate management of distributed file and... Continue Reading
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December 20, 2004
20Dec2004
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Fixes, workaround for Kerberos 5 vulnerability
A security hole could be exploited to launch malicious code. But there are fixes and a workaround. Continue Reading
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December 20, 2004
20Dec2004
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IE hole creates fake websites
A newly reported security problem in Microsoft's Internet Explorer (IE) web browser allows attackers to create a fake website... Continue Reading
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December 19, 2004
19Dec2004
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Transforming the cybersecurity culture
Eleven New Year's resolutions can help employees at all levels empower the security function at their organization. Continue Reading
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December 19, 2004
19Dec2004
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Security Bytes: Be aware of Google Desktop 'glitch'
Cisco acquires Protego; Hotmail switches to Trend Micro; Red Hat, Mandrakesoft and Gentoo fix flaws. Continue Reading
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December 17, 2004
17Dec2004
In Depth
Intel to overhal its memory bus architecture
As Intel moves in step with the rest of the chip industry toward multicore design, it is preparing to overhaul the memory bus... Continue Reading
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December 17, 2004
17Dec2004
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IBM releases MTF previewing technology
Looking to enable transitions between application modeling platforms, IBM is making available the IBM Model Transformation... Continue Reading
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December 16, 2004
16Dec2004
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Skybox updates risk management wares
New software from Skybox Security will help companies monitor their networks to comply with US data security regulations and help... Continue Reading
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December 15, 2004
15Dec2004
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3Com buys its way into intrusion prevention with TippingPoint
3Com has acquired security specialist TippingPoint Technologies in a $430m (£221m) cash buy-out. Continue Reading
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December 15, 2004
15Dec2004
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WaveSat issues first standard-compliant WiMax chip
WaveSat has begun shipping a chip that it says is the first to comply fully with the IEEE 802.16-2004 wireless broadband... Continue Reading
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December 15, 2004
15Dec2004
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Cisco WAF services bring data to the centre
Cisco has introduced a new product designed to simplify the management and increase the protection of data located at remote... Continue Reading
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December 15, 2004
15Dec2004
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Zafi worm will deliver an unhappy Christmas
A new version of the Zafi e-mail worm is spreading seasonal greetings along with its malicious code, according to antivirus... Continue Reading
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December 15, 2004
15Dec2004
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Globus inventors go commercial
The creators of Globus open source grid software have set up a software and services company, Univa, to capitalise on their work... Continue Reading
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December 14, 2004
14Dec2004
In Depth
Grid gobbledygook hits storage
Fearful as always of missing the boat, storage vendors are jumping on the grid bandwagon, unveiling visions that are about as useful today as a chocolate teapot. Continue Reading
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December 14, 2004
14Dec2004
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Siemens to decide fate of mobile phone unit
German electronics giant Siemens AG could decide on the future of its mobile phone manufacturing division as early as next month,... Continue Reading
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December 13, 2004
13Dec2004
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Phishing websites grew 33% in one month
The number of phishing websites associated with online identity theft scams grew by 33% in November, after dropping off in... Continue Reading
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December 13, 2004
13Dec2004
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Google desktop search sparks surge of releases from competitors
Microsoft, Yahoo and Ask Jeeves all have plans to introduce desktop search products, two months after internet search leader... Continue Reading
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December 13, 2004
13Dec2004
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IT directors' clean up at Christmas
The Christmas trees are appearing in IT departments and hard-pressed staff are looking forward to the festivities, but for many,... Continue Reading
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December 13, 2004
13Dec2004
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Longhorn Server can be configured for many roles
Microsoft will let customers configure the next major release of Windows Server for specific server tasks, rather than selling a... Continue Reading
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December 13, 2004
13Dec2004
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Roadshows warn of IT security risks in deploying VoIP
A series of roadshows has highlighted the growing security threat to IP telephony systems and the need to protect voice over IP... Continue Reading
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December 13, 2004
13Dec2004
Tip
Pros and cons of disk-to-disk backup
Some of the characteristics of disk-to-disk can make it a poor choice for your only form of backup. Continue Reading
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December 10, 2004
10Dec2004
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How IBM and the PC changed the world
IBM transformed the world when it launched the personal computer back in 1981. Its decision last week to sell its PC business to... Continue Reading
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December 10, 2004
10Dec2004
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HDS slides into midrange storage market
Hitachi Data Systems has announced that it has released its first all-Serial Advanced Technology Attachment array and has bundled... Continue Reading
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December 10, 2004
10Dec2004
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EU software patent directive stalls
The controversial EU software patent directive has stalled this year after the Council of Ministers decided to postpone its vote... Continue Reading
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December 09, 2004
09Dec2004
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Data storage history quiz
We tend to take storage for granted these days, and expect bigger, better and faster performance out of our hardware and software. But did you know that storage has a long and illustrious history that started out not so big or so fast? Take our data... Continue Reading
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December 09, 2004
09Dec2004
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AT&T to build Treasury network
The US Treasury has signed a deal worth up to $1bn (£520m) with AT&T and its partners to build a secure high-speed network for... Continue Reading
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December 09, 2004
09Dec2004
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Wal-Mart's web store crashes
Wal-Mart's online store crashed yesterday, two days after Amazon.com website encountered significant performance problems. Continue Reading
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December 09, 2004
09Dec2004
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IBM warranty costs rising steadily
China's Lenovo Group has revealed growing warranty costs in the PC business it is buying from IBM, raising questions about... Continue Reading
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December 08, 2004
08Dec2004
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The security lingo of 2004
This was the year of botnets, zombie PC armies and phishying online schemes. Continue Reading
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December 08, 2004
08Dec2004
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Lancs police trials mobile data services
Lancashire police has launched a trial of mobile data services based on the O2 Airwave system. Continue Reading
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December 08, 2004
08Dec2004
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IBM expands virtual resources for partners
IBM has announced virtual resources to help its business partners accelerate the building and deployment of on-demand business... Continue Reading
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December 08, 2004
08Dec2004
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North East NHS trusts e-trading system goes live
Thirty two NHS trusts in north east England have implemented and begun using a procurement system intended to reduce costs and... Continue Reading
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December 07, 2004
07Dec2004
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Wick Hill launches WLan security solution
Value-added distributor Wick Hill has launched a security solution from Check Point that it says will pave the way for the rapid... Continue Reading
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December 07, 2004
07Dec2004
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Oracle remains tight-lipped about PeopleSoft
Oracle president Charles Phillips opened Oracle's OpenWorld show with a keynote address that avoided controversial topics such as... Continue Reading
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December 07, 2004
07Dec2004
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Dell excludes UK from price cuts
Dell is slashing prices on corporate IT solutions by up to 22%, but only for US customers. Continue Reading
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December 07, 2004
07Dec2004
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Microsoft offers free database management tool
Microsoft has announced a new free database management tool in SQL Server 2005 Express Manager, and the second community... Continue Reading
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December 07, 2004
07Dec2004
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Mainframes fade away as Windows XP grows
The rapid decline in use of mainframe systems in local government seems to be marking the end of a technology era. Continue Reading
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December 07, 2004
07Dec2004
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Microsoft and BT target SMEs with pay-as-you-go e-mail service
Microsoft and BT have launched a pay-as-you-go business service for small and medium-sized businesses that want e-mail and shared... Continue Reading
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December 07, 2004
07Dec2004
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Microsoft issues extra Internet Explorer fix
Microsoft has released an out-of-cycle security bulletin and patch to fix a critical hole in Internet Explorer that has been... Continue Reading
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December 07, 2004
07Dec2004
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Exchange giant boosts web EDI back-up recovery
Global eXchange Services (GXS), the real-time B2B e-commerce trading network, has unveiled an improved back-up facility within... Continue Reading
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December 07, 2004
07Dec2004
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Oracle OpenWorld focuses on data integration
Data integration will be one of the major themes at Oracle's OpenWorld conference this week. Continue Reading
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December 07, 2004
07Dec2004
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AOL to adapt WebEx for AIM personal customers
AOL and WebEx are exploring ways to make some of the online meeting services they offer to business users of AOL's AIM instant... Continue Reading
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December 06, 2004
06Dec2004
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RAF and British Council map staff IT skills to reinforce recruitment and retention
The Royal Air Force is borrowing techniques developed for civilian businesses to improve the way it trains, manages and deploys... Continue Reading
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December 06, 2004
06Dec2004
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EU rethinks data retention by ISPs
EU justice ministers are rethinking measures to force telecoms companies and ISPs to retain data for police forces to use in the... Continue Reading
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December 06, 2004
06Dec2004
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Second taker for Transmeta's power leak plug
Transmeta has licensed its LongRun2 power management technology to Fujitsu, the second customer to purchase rights to the... Continue Reading
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December 06, 2004
06Dec2004
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Lloyds TSB signs £500m network deal with IBM
IBM has signed a £500m, seven-year deal with Lloyds TSB to enhance the bank’s voice and data services. Continue Reading
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December 05, 2004
05Dec2004
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Think Sarbanes Oxley extension changes things? Think again
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December 03, 2004
03Dec2004
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EDS loses another Australian government agency contract renewal
For the second time this month, embattled IT services giant EDS is fighting for its Australian public sector life as government... Continue Reading
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December 03, 2004
03Dec2004
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Managers misuse technology to monitor staff, says report
Managers with outdated notions about controlling workers are misusing technology to monitor and micromanage employees, according... Continue Reading
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December 03, 2004
03Dec2004
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E-voters get second chance after machine failed to count them
US voters in North Carolina will get a second chance to vote in state elections after their electronic votes were lost in the... Continue Reading
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December 02, 2004
02Dec2004
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Nokia earmarks millions to build new plant in India
Nokia, the world's largest handset maker, is investing up to $150m (£78m) over the next four years to establish a manufacturing... Continue Reading
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December 02, 2004
02Dec2004
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Internet accelerator unmasked as spyware
US universities are struggling with a rash of dangerous spyware that can snoop on information encrypted using SSL. Experts have... Continue Reading
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December 02, 2004
02Dec2004
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CA picks SAP for ERP rollout
Computer Associates International (CA) has selected SAP as its supplier for a new ERP system to replace a collection of homegrown... Continue Reading
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December 02, 2004
02Dec2004
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Orange phones talk to blind users
Blind people in France can get a new service from Orange - a software application designed to make their mobile phones talk to... Continue Reading
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December 01, 2004
01Dec2004
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Phreaks love Bluetooth
Bluetooth is becoming the vector of choice for next-generation phone phreakers to swipe files from other users, make calls or render mobile phones completely useless. Continue Reading
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December 01, 2004
01Dec2004
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Free mail from Orange
Orange has introduced a new PC-to-mobile SMS service that can send out multiple texts to employees and customers. Continue Reading
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December 01, 2004
01Dec2004
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Sharp and Sony Ericsson work together on 3G handsets
Sharp and the Japanese division of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications will jointly develop mobile phone handsets based on the... Continue Reading
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December 01, 2004
01Dec2004
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HP kit to get Virus Throttler next year
Hewlett-Packard is planning to build Virus Throttler technology into ProLiant servers and ProCurve switches starting in early... Continue Reading
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December 01, 2004
01Dec2004
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Microsoft sues resellers for piracy
As part of its fight against software piracy, Microsoft has begun legal proceedings against eight resellers for allegedly buying... Continue Reading
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December 01, 2004
01Dec2004
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Microsoft to open research lab in India
Microsoft is setting up a research lab in Bangalore, India, that will focus on areas including computing technologies for... Continue Reading
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December 01, 2004
01Dec2004
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Windows flaw exposes servers to attack
A security flaw in Windows server software that could allow an attacker to gain complete control of systems running the software... Continue Reading
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November 30, 2004
30Nov2004
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Botnets target the enterprise warn experts
Versatile and increasingly vicious bots will cause enterprises a lot of grief in 2005, security experts say. Continue Reading
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November 30, 2004
30Nov2004
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BT wins EU network services contract
BT has won a contract to supply external network services to 15 European Union (EU) institutions, including the European... Continue Reading
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November 30, 2004
30Nov2004
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New president pledges to champion 26% of the population still without PC access
The divide between people with access to computers and those who risk being excluded from digital services is a target for work... Continue Reading
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November 30, 2004
30Nov2004
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Next Move: What do I need to work from home?
I work in the IT field with many skills (PC support, networking, project management, etc). I currently have a job which has no... Continue Reading
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November 30, 2004
30Nov2004
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Hollywood backs HD DVD
Hollywood film studios have pledged support for one of the competing formats battling for primacy in the DVD market. Continue Reading
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November 29, 2004
29Nov2004
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Sony, IBM and Toshiba reveal more Cell chip plans
The four companies developing the Cell consumer electronics microprocessor have released first generation versions of a device... Continue Reading
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November 29, 2004
29Nov2004
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Retail websites ready for the Christmas surge
The past 12 months have seen many retailers make improvements to their websites in preparation for the Christmas rush. Continue Reading
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November 29, 2004
29Nov2004
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Microsoft offers to replace fake Windows XP
Users who fear that their Windows XP software might be counterfeit could get free legitimate replacements from Microsoft under a... Continue Reading
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November 29, 2004
29Nov2004
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John Lewis builds own crisis control system
John Lewis has developed and patented its own internet-based crisis management system after failing to find a suitable product on... Continue Reading
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November 26, 2004
26Nov2004
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Application Security Consortium calls for big suppliers to take the firewall challenge
Group of network security companies creates five-point benchmark plan. Continue Reading
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November 26, 2004
26Nov2004
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Desktop upgrade crashes DWP system
A routine software upgrade of desktop PCs at the Department of Work and Pensions has left 80% of the ministry's computers unable... Continue Reading
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November 25, 2004
25Nov2004
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Don't axe jobs before proving systems, ministry warned
The Department for Work and Pensions should not make any staff cuts until it is sure its new IT systems improve performance, a... Continue Reading
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November 25, 2004
25Nov2004
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RFID revolution years away, says Gartner
Gartner's supply chain management supremo has poured cold water on claims that the great radio frequency identification... Continue Reading
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November 25, 2004
25Nov2004
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PeopleSoft settlement overturned
The judge in the lawsuit between PeopleSoft and hostile bidder Oracle yesterday voided a PeopleSoft settlement with a group of... Continue Reading
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November 24, 2004
24Nov2004
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Identity Card Bill high on government's agenda
The UK government's high-tech plans for ID cards using biometric technology was announced in the Queen's Speech. Continue Reading
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November 24, 2004
24Nov2004
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NHS digital archive project under way
General Electric and EMC have won a £100m contract to install electronic image archiving systems in 70 hospitals as part of the... Continue Reading
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November 23, 2004
23Nov2004
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Fraud fighters form up
Five online security software and service providers have formed the Anti-Fraud Alliance to help e-commerce and financial services... Continue Reading
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November 23, 2004
23Nov2004
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US raises quota of foreign workers
The US has approved an increase in the number of H-1B guestworker visas by 20,000 but limited them to postgraduates of US... Continue Reading
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November 22, 2004
22Nov2004
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UN establishes Working Group on Internet Governance -- and other news briefs
Short takes from last week's news Continue Reading
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November 22, 2004
22Nov2004
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Software tool to simplify updates to Dell servers
Dell and Microsoft are working together on software tools to improve the way users manage systems across the enterprise. Continue Reading
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November 22, 2004
22Nov2004
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Hackers could target printers for network attacks, users are warned
Printers can be hacked and used to launch denial of service attacks or compromise employee details over the web, said a security... Continue Reading
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November 21, 2004
21Nov2004
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Crash Course: Recovery
What good is backing up your data if you can't get it back? The goal of this Crash Course on recovery is to make sure you can effectively and efficiently recover data no matter what iteration of the lifecycle it's in. Included here are also hints on... Continue Reading
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November 19, 2004
19Nov2004
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Russian court finds virus writer guilty
A member of the notorious "29A" gang has been found guilty by a Russian court of writing and distributing the W32/Stepan and... Continue Reading
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November 19, 2004
19Nov2004
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Oracle to deliver quarterly security patches
From 18 January, Oracle will provide security patches for all of its products on a quarterly basis, a schedule it believes is... Continue Reading
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November 19, 2004
19Nov2004
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Police IT shake-up to aid data flow
The government is planning to shake up the Police IT Organisation (Pito) in an effort to improve the way intelligence is shared... Continue Reading
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November 19, 2004
19Nov2004
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Flexible working key to staff retention
Organisations should introduce flexible working to help retain staff and cut costs delegates, at a Communications Management... Continue Reading
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November 18, 2004
18Nov2004
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LanDesk adds security component
LanDesk Software has introduced the LanDesk Security Suite that integrates device-level security features into the company's... Continue Reading
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November 18, 2004
18Nov2004
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ID cards need stronger policing, says Information Commissioner
The Information Commissioner, Richard Thomas, said last week that he still had serious concerns over the adequacy of the... Continue Reading
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November 18, 2004
18Nov2004
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Government will not publish business case for ID cards
The government has ruled out publishing the business case for its £3.1bn ID card programme on the grounds of commercial... Continue Reading
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November 18, 2004
18Nov2004
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SunTrust accounting problem could delay Sarbanes-Oxley filing
An internal financial audit at SunTrust Banks has confirmed an accounting problem with its loan loss reserves that could prevent... Continue Reading
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November 18, 2004
18Nov2004
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Spain joins WiMax network
Spain is the latest country to embrace the emerging high-end broadband wireless technology, following recent deployments in... Continue Reading
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November 17, 2004
17Nov2004
In Depth
European banking giant adopts agile development methodology
Agile development, part of the extreme programming methodology, aims to improve the quality and delivery time of projects. Continue Reading
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November 17, 2004
17Nov2004
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PC hard drive expands size and speed
Seagate Technology has started shipping a 400Gbyte hard drive targeted at personal computers. Continue Reading
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November 17, 2004
17Nov2004
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Solaris steals Linux's clothes
Sun plans to counter the growing popularity of Linux by releasing Solaris under an open-source licence and adopting a software... Continue Reading
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November 17, 2004
17Nov2004
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ObjectWeb adds portal content management middleware
The ObjectWeb Consortium has added portal, content and business process management elements to the stack of open-source... Continue Reading