Business applications
At the heart of enterprise software strategy are the key business applications upon which every organisation relies. From enterprise resource planning (ERP) to customer relationship management (CRM), financial and accounts software to business intelligence (BI), such applications demand high investments and can deliver high returns. We analyse the latest product developments and the news from major suppliers such as Oracle, Microsoft and SAP.
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30 Oct 2025
Post Office scandal investigator warns public inquiry about Horizon defect at large for years
Forensic investigator who helped expose Horizon scandal described defect ‘sufficiently serious’ to inform public inquiry Continue Reading
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29 Oct 2025
Zoom looks to launch next era of custom enterprise AI
AI-first work platform provider deploys AI leader’s technology to adapt to users’ personal work habits through model customisation and retrieval-augmented generation, with federated AI stack Continue Reading
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07 Feb 2007
VoIP capabilities save hotel money, keep guests connected
"Rip and replace" were three words the Seaport Hotel in Boston didn't want to hear when considering VoIP capabilities. Continue Reading
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07 Feb 2007
Briefs: Vulnerabilities found in Trend Micro, Firefox browser
This week, Trend Micro released a fix for a flaw in its antivirus engine, while no fixes are available for two newly discovered Mozilla Firefox browser flaws. Continue Reading
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07 Feb 2007
EMC plans array-based encryption via PowerPath
EMC's next security move will be array-based encryption through PowerPath by 2008, according to internal documents obtained by SearchStorage. Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2007
What are the disadvantages of unified storage over independent block and file systems?
There are some compromises that you'll need to make; there are certainly some control granularity issues. The pattern of access for file-based data and block-based data is significantly different... Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2007
Is there any reliability difference with unified storage?
There are a few minor differences, but usually not a significant difference... Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2007
CA backup bug exploitable on Vista
In what appears to be the first exploit for a third-party app running on Vista, a previously patched buffer overflow vulnerability in CA BrightStor ARCserve Backup has been exploited. One security firm says ISVs aren't taking advantage of Vista's new security features. Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2007
What does unified storage really mean?
This can often be confusing once you read vendors' marketing materials. Simply stated, unified storage [or multiprotocol storage] refers to a single storage system that can support both file and block access... Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2007
What about the system features, like snapshot and remote replication?
At this point in time, most customers expect to have these features in both block- and file-based storage products... Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2007
What will be the impact on performance when mixing block and file in the same system?
Caching difficulties are one concern since caching patterns may not be optimized for block-based storage... Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2007
Do all the vendors offer unified storage?
No. Some vendors are moving in that direction and others have a limited number of OEM product offerings now. However, several vendors currently offer established products... Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2007
Acopia hypes heterogeneous snapshot
The file virtualisation startup is blustering about a demonstration of heterogeneous snapshot technology, but is being coy about releasing a product. Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2007
Symantec chief: Consumer confidence in data protection is key to online growth
In his keynote at RSA Conference 2007, Symantec CEO John W. Thompson said Big Yellow is ready for the shifting dynamics in the information security market, and implied that Microsoft's growing presence in security is a conflict of interest for its customers. Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2007
Rootkit dangers at an 'all-time high'
Industry experts at RSA Conference 2007 say not only have rootkits become the weapon of choice for malicious hackers, but they've also emerged as useful tools for legitimate businesses trying to exert control over users. Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2007
Coviello: In 3 years, no more stand-alone security
RSA President Art Coviello says today's patchwork of monolithic security devices will disappear in the next three years as security is integrated into the larger IT infrastructure. Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2007
Gates touts secure access anywhere
Microsoft's chairman tells RSA Conference 2007 attendees that a combination of authentication and access management strategies is what it takes to protect corporate data, but information security pros are willing to wait for the proof. Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2007
Does it cost extra for unified storage?
For a lot of NAS-based systems -- even Windows Storage Server (WSS) with an iSCSI target unified storage capability is probably... Continue Reading
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04 Feb 2007
Vista exploitable, researcher says
Marc Maiffret, CTO and chief hacking officer of eEye Digital Security, said he has found a way to elevate system privileges by exploiting a flaw in Windows Vista. Continue Reading
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04 Feb 2007
CISOs mastering 'softer' skills
Why CISOs can no longer rely on technology skills alone and what businesses are looking for when recruiting their next information security leader. Continue Reading
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04 Feb 2007
Email security buying decisions
Email security can be a daunting task for SMBs -- how do you go about finding the right product? This tip delves into three approaches to email security and the products available. Continue Reading
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04 Feb 2007
Dozens of Web sites spread malicious Trojan
Update: The same malicious JavaScript keylogger that compromised the Dolphin Stadium Web site last week was found over the weekend on dozens of other high-profile Web sites. Continue Reading
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04 Feb 2007
New zero-day attack targets Microsoft Excel
Microsoft says maliciously crafted Excel files may permit the execution of arbitrary code. Other Microsoft Office applications may be at risk. Continue Reading
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04 Feb 2007
HDS to acquire Archivas for up to $120M
HDS will acquire archiving software partner, Archivas for close to $120 million stepping up its effort to compete with EMC in this market. Continue Reading
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04 Feb 2007
HP fills in gaps with product updates
HP announced updates to several of its products, but analysts are wondering what its ultimate strategy will be for storage virtualisation. Continue Reading
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04 Feb 2007
Intrusion detection systems are alive and kicking
IPS hasn't overtaken intrusion detection systems just yet. Senior News Writer Bill Brenner reveals what customers want when they're shopping for IDS products. Continue Reading
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31 Jan 2007
New security vendors take on sophisticated attackers
IT Security vendors are developing technologies that show promise in preventing unknown attacks and protecting machines with zero-day vulnerabilities. Continue Reading
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30 Jan 2007
Symantec exploitation video hits YouTube
Symantec posted a clip on the popular video-sharing site showing researchers using a newly discovered flaw in Microsoft Word to drop an executable on a vulnerable machine. Continue Reading
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30 Jan 2007
Windows Vista voice command tricked
An attacker found a way to play audio commands at a user's machine tricking the voice command capability in Vista into running arbitrary code. Continue Reading
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30 Jan 2007
Microsoft disputes Word zero-day report
Symantec is warning of a new zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft Word. But Microsoft doesn't believe the flaw is new. Continue Reading
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30 Jan 2007
Lawyers discuss e-discovery gotchas
During panel sessions at Legal Tech, lawyers provided their insights into the e-discovery process, retention policies and helping judges get up to speed. Continue Reading
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30 Jan 2007
Symantec unveils 'universal ID system'
Symantec said the goal is to create a universally accepted identity system across all Web sites -- from online financial institutions to retailers -- for millions of consumers. Continue Reading
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30 Jan 2007
Using IAM tools to improve compliance
Provisioning and password management tools can ease complexity, reduce help desk calls and save money. But they also have an added benefit: they can help with your compliance woes. Continue Reading
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29 Jan 2007
Hybrid drives hit NAS boxes
DNF will be making hybrid drives available in all of its storage products, but it doesn't recommend them for IP SANs. Continue Reading
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29 Jan 2007
Managed VoIP -- 10 tips for a smooth migration
Migrating to managed VoIP doesn't have to be a headache. Here, Verizon Business offers 10 top tips to ensure you get what you need. Continue Reading
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29 Jan 2007
TJX faces lawsuit over data breach
A class action lawsuit against TJX accuses the retailer of negligence for not doing enough to secure customer data and for keeping quiet about the breach for a month. Continue Reading
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28 Jan 2007
IBM improves data recovery process for TSM users
Tivoli Storage Manager 5.4, released this week, establishes a disk cache for most recently backed-up files, improving the slow restore times associated with the product. Continue Reading
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28 Jan 2007
IBM to acquire Softek, looks to pump up services biz
IBM says it intends to use Softek's Transparent Data Migration Facility within its Global Services business. Continue Reading
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28 Jan 2007
Brocade unveils McData integration roadmap
McData's directors and FICON routers will remain separate product lines for now; McData's SAN management software will replace Brocade's Fabric Manager. Continue Reading
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25 Jan 2007
Balancing the cost and benefits of countermeasures
The final tip in our series, "How to assess and mitigate information security threats." Continue Reading
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25 Jan 2007
Malware: The ever-evolving threat
The first tip in our series, "How to assess and mitigate information security threats" Continue Reading
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25 Jan 2007
Network-based attacks
The second tip in our series, "How to assess and mitigate information security threats." Continue Reading
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25 Jan 2007
Information theft and cryptographic attacks
The third tip in our series, "How to assess and mitigate information security threats." Continue Reading
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25 Jan 2007
IBM tool makes online purchases anonymous
A new tool makes online purchases anonymous by using artificial identity information. Experts say enterprises need to adopt the technology before it can become a viable option. Continue Reading
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25 Jan 2007
Symantec makes major update to Enterprise Vault
Symantec adds automated data classification and integration with security products in Version 7.0 of its Enterprise Vault archiving tool; EMC reports record earnings for the fourth quarter. Continue Reading
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25 Jan 2007
Apple fixes Mac Wi-Fi flaw
The Mac OS X Wi-Fi flaw Apple fixed on 24 Jan was first disclosed as part of the Month of Kernel Bugs in November. Attackers could exploit it to crash the targeted system. Continue Reading
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24 Jan 2007
iSCSI SANs grow in midmarket, enterprise
Because transporting "SCSI over IP" leverages ubiquitous Ethernet networks, that translates to lower cost, easier maintenance and simpler management, which makes SAN deployment more attractive for SMEs. Continue Reading
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24 Jan 2007
Microsoft investigates new Word zero-day
An unpatched memory-corruption flaw in Microsoft Word is the target of "limited" attacks in the wild, Microsoft confirmed Thursday. Continue Reading
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24 Jan 2007
TJX data breach info used to make fraudulent purchases
Fraudulent purchases have been reported globally, according to a trade association that represents more than 200 banks in Massachusetts. Continue Reading
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23 Jan 2007
Cisco fixes IOS flaws
Attackers could exploit three Cisco IOS flaws to cause a denial of service or launch malicious code. The networking giant has released fixes. Continue Reading
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23 Jan 2007
Veracode launches on-demand code analysis service
New start up Veracode gives customers the ability to analyse the application binary, and not simply the source code. Continue Reading
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23 Jan 2007
McAfee: Malware all about ID theft
The use of keylogger technology is surging and there's been a 100-fold rise in phishing attacks, according to a new report from McAfee. Continue Reading
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18 Jan 2007
Vendors: Cut the hype, truth is what sells
Storage virtualisation technologies have been purchased and implemented successfully for years. The rest of the IT infrastructure must try to catch up and, ultimately, the only thing not virtualised within the datacentre will be the last guy standing. Continue Reading
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17 Jan 2007
TJX breach: There's no excuse to skip data encryption
Companies complain that database encryption products are too expensive and difficult to manage, but customer loss and breach notification costs outweigh encryption expenses. Continue Reading
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17 Jan 2007
Companies take IM threats seriously
Wesabe is a brand new money management community. It takes threats to IM as seriously as those targeting email and web applications Continue Reading
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16 Jan 2007
EqualLogic CEO says IPO on the way
EqualLogic's CEO talks about the company's plans to go public, its intent to add 10 GigE to its products and why he thinks not all iSCSI products are created equal. Continue Reading
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16 Jan 2007
Fortify Software to acquire Secure Software
The acquisition of Secure Software will allow Fortify to expand into the requirements and design phases of the software development lifecycle, the company said. Continue Reading
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15 Jan 2007
Core Security offers powerful testing tool
We highly recommend Core Impact 6.0 to security engineers to verify the vulnerability of their networks. Continue Reading
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15 Jan 2007
Apere's IMAG 500 a tough sell
Product review: Apere says many of the issues we encountered are addressed in its next release, but mid-enterprise businesses may not have the tolerance for this product. Continue Reading
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11 Jan 2007
Oracle emulates Microsoft with advance patch notice
Oracle will patch 52 security flaws across its product line Tuesday, according to its inaugural CPU advance notification bulletin. Continue Reading
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10 Jan 2007
Sophos acquires Endforce to add NAC
Antivirus vendor Sophos is rounding out its email Web and desktop security software with Endforce's network access control (NAC) software. Continue Reading
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09 Jan 2007
Remote flaw in Vista could earn finder $8,000
VeriSign Inc.'s iDefense Labs is offering an $8,000 bounty to any researcher who finds a remotely exploitable flaw in Windows Vista. Continue Reading
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09 Jan 2007
Network configuration management key to VoIP success
While companies spend millions on upgrading infrastructure for VoIP, little attention is given to solving the largest source of downtime – configuration-related outages due to human error. Continue Reading
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08 Jan 2007
How far apart can SAN locations be?
Storage locations can potentially be very far apart, separated by thousands of miles, even around the globe. The real consideration in selecting distance is that of latency... Continue Reading
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08 Jan 2007
What has been the impact of storage virtualization on SAN deployments?
I really have not seen storage virtualization driving storage area network (SAN) deployment... Continue Reading
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08 Jan 2007
Inside MSRC: Microsoft updates WSUSSCAN issue
Christopher Budd of the Microsoft Security Response Center is urging customers to deploy the latest versions of the Systems Management Server Inventory Tool for Microsoft Updates or Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer to receive all the current software updates. Continue Reading
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08 Jan 2007
Critical fixes for Excel, Outlook and Windows
Microsoft starts the year with security updates for Excel, Outlook and Windows. Three of the fixes are rated critical. Continue Reading
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08 Jan 2007
Convergence, interoperability key in disaster planning
Convergence and interoperability are major factors in ensuring communications continuity in a disaster. Continue Reading
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08 Jan 2007
Attackers hide malicious code using new method
Attackers have designed a new way to thwart virus signatures from antivirus vendors, says a new report. Continue Reading
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08 Jan 2007
What guidelines should our listeners use for oversubscribing or under subscribing?
Oversubscription has long been a contentious topic... Continue Reading
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08 Jan 2007
What are some best practices when it comes to designing a SAN?
First, design for growth. Next, design for maintenance, which may include... Continue Reading
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07 Jan 2007
Bug Briefs: OpenOffice vulnerable to attack
Other flaws were reported in Apple QuickTime, Mac OS X, Adobe Flash Player, VideoLAN VLC, the Opera Web browser, and Cisco Access Control Server. Continue Reading
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07 Jan 2007
Microsoft nixes four patch bulletins
Eight security updates were originally scheduled for Patch Tuesday , but Microsoft has decided to hold back on half of them. Continue Reading
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04 Jan 2007
Why don't we have clustered FC block storage?
Is it odd that the industry has made such serious strides toward incorporating clustering concepts in both file-based storage and IP -based storage, but not Fibre Channel storage? Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2007
Cisco bolsters security with IronPort buy
Cisco Systems agreed Thursday to buy Internet gateway security vendor IronPort Systems Inc. for $830 million. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2007
Top Web security tips of 2006
Check out the top five Web security tips of 2006 to get advice on securing Internet Explorer, ISA Server and Radius and a set of tools designed to secure the Web browsing experience. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2007
Cisco software vulnerable to attack
Cisco's Clean Access software and Clean Access Manager are at risk to attack. A malicious user can access a database snapshot and download it without authentication. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2007
Adobe Reader flaws spook security experts
Security experts sound the alarm over Adobe Reader flaws that could be exploited for cross-site scripting attacks and other mayhem. Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2007
Security pros grumble over spam increase
Spim and spam from unexpected sources is challenging enterprises in 2007. Some enterprises are taking action. Continue Reading
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01 Jan 2007
Top Windows server hardening tips of 2006
Check out the top Windows server hardening tips of 2006 for helpful advice on domain controller penetration testing, security tips for the Windows Server 2003 OS and more. Continue Reading
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01 Jan 2007
Security pros glean insight from '06
Corporate acquisitions, an abundance of spam, and the White House's take on cybersecurity mark 2006. Continue Reading
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01 Jan 2007
Storage Outlook '07: Seeking better backups and archives
Tom Becchetti, senior infrastructure engineer for a major national financial services company, says compliance, backup and archiving will be top priorities in 2007. Continue Reading
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26 Dec 2006
Looking back at information security in 2006
In this special edition of Security Wire Weekly, senior news writer Bill Brenner reviews his top interviews of 2006. Continue Reading
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20 Dec 2006
Top client security tips of 2006
A network user without the proper know-how is a ticking time bomb when it comes to security. Check out our top five client hardening tips of 2006 to get a head start on protecting yourself from potentially dangerous users. Continue Reading
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20 Dec 2006
Top 10 storage acquisitions of 2006
Industry consolidation was fast and furious this year. We rank the deals by quality, not quantity. Continue Reading
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19 Dec 2006
Microsoft releases Vista APIs to security vendors
Microsoft released a draft set of programming interfaces allowing security vendors to develop software using the Windows kernel on 64-bit systems. Continue Reading
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19 Dec 2006
Mozilla fixes multiple Firefox flaws
Digital miscreants could exploit flaws in Mozilla's popular Firefox browser to bypass security programs, access sensitive information and conduct cross-site scripting attacks. Continue Reading
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18 Dec 2006
Top network security tips of 2006
The top Windows networking security tips of 2006 cover a range of topics, including network isolation, open source Windows security tools, VPN security and more. Continue Reading
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18 Dec 2006
VoIP hacking exposed in new book
VoIP hacking is a reality, and in a new book, two VoIP security experts outline the tools and tricks to avoid a system-crushing hack. Continue Reading
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17 Dec 2006
Criminals find safety in cyberspace
A new report from McAfee shows how criminals are enjoying a sense of safety and anonymity in cyberspace that they never had on the street. And they're making more money. Continue Reading
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17 Dec 2006
Enterprises are open to Asterisk
Organisations have become so comfortable with VoIP and standards that open-source technologies like Asterisk are being given serious consideration over big iron PBX platforms. Learn all about Asterisk here. Continue Reading
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17 Dec 2006
Top storage tips 2006
What's on the minds of storage techies. What's hot, what's not, what works, what doesn't work. These expert tips cover the storage issues that take top honours when it comes to disaster recovery, NAS, SAN, backup and storage management. Continue Reading
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14 Dec 2006
Review: Deep Security is a solid IPS
Third Brigade's Deep Security is a well-designed, effective product with strong configuration and policy control capabilities. Continue Reading
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13 Dec 2006
Microsoft Vista could improve Internet security
Two new Microsoft Vista features -- Kernel Patch Protection and User Account Control -- could prove especially useful in preventing serious malware infections. Continue Reading
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13 Dec 2006
Review: Lancope StealthWatch 5.5 offers more than IDS
Hot Pick: StealthWatch goes far beyond traditional intrusion detection, with powerful network-monitoring features. The optional IDentity-1000 is an essential addition. Continue Reading
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13 Dec 2006
Review: Sky's the limit with Skybox View 3.0
Hot Pick: Skybox View 3.0 offers a unique and flexible approach for assessing and managing specific threats and overall risk to your digital assets. Continue Reading
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13 Dec 2006
Hot technologies for 2007
"Storage" magazine's editors reviewed technology developments, product introductions and storage standards to come up with this short list of must-have technologies for 2007. Continue Reading
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13 Dec 2006
Third zero-day found in Microsoft Word
For the third time in a week, a zero-day flaw has been found in Microsoft Word. Users should be cautious when opening attachments from unknown sources. Continue Reading
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13 Dec 2006
Eclipse adoption rate on the increase
The adoption rate of the open source Eclipse integrated development environment has more than doubled in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, industry analysts have revealed. Continue Reading
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12 Dec 2006
Symantec issues NetBackup security alert
Symantec issues an alert and patch to vulnerabilities in NetBackup 6.0, 5.1 and 5.0. Continue Reading
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11 Dec 2006
Microsoft fixes two zero-day flaws
The December security update from Microsoft includes patches for zero-day flaws in Visual Studio and Windows Media Player, but two zero-day flaws in Word remain unfixed. Continue Reading
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11 Dec 2006
IT pros look for ways to lock down IM
Special Report: To control growing IM threats, administrators are trying to limit which programs can be used or ban the technology altogether. But that's not always possible. Continue Reading