Internet infrastructure
A path to smart, not just present, video conferencing
As businesses plan a recovery from the effects of the Covid-19. Employees now expect employers to offer a modern approach to how/where they work. It won't be enough for businesses to get by with aging processes. Wherever staff are based, video conferencing will be pivotal.
News : Internet infrastructure
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December 01, 2020
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22,000 malicious .uk domains suspended in past year
Nominet has suspended just over 22,000 domains in the 12 months to 31 October 2020, continuing a downward trend, and with less impact from Covid-19 than might be expected
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November 27, 2020
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Lords propose making tech giants pay for using news
Digital platforms such as Google and Facebook profit from running adverts alongside publishers’ content, but no financial compensation is given for carrying that content, says Lords committee
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November 27, 2020
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UK government ramps up efforts to regulate tech giants
The Digital Markets Unit of the Competitions and Markets Authority aims to protect consumer privacy and lower barriers to entry for businesses
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November 23, 2020
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Telcos could face huge fines under new security laws
Government boasts of unprecedented powers to boost the security standards of the UK’s critical national infrastructure
In Depth : Internet infrastructure
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DDoS mitigation strategies needed to maintain availability during pandemic
The growing prevalence of DDoS attacks combined with the increased reliance on internet connectivity during the pandemic means enterprises can no longer afford to ignore the threat of DDoS attacks. Computer Weekly explores organisations’ perceptions of the risks and best practice for mitigation Continue Reading
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Why securing the DNS layer is crucial to fight cyber crime
Domain name system security is often overlooked by organisations, but focusing on this layer could actually improve the effectiveness of cyber security strategies. We explore the latest DNS trends and best practice Continue Reading
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Teleworkers need enhanced home internet access in the US
The COVID-19 pandemic has increased reliance on home networks and highlighted the need in marginalized communities for dedicated resources to enable reliable internet access. Continue Reading
Blog Posts : Internet infrastructure
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Will 2020 be the year that politicians bring the Internet to heel?
The UK has the opportunity … [to become] ... a neutral arbitrator for services that are trusted by all ... [but] ... we must first demonstrate leadership in facing down those who believe they have ... Continue Reading
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Has Amazon dropped its plan for a bank account?
Has Amazon decided against launching a bank account? Continue Reading
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Has ISOC sold .Org for 30 pieces of silver? - Update 15th November
The Internet Society has sold the Public Interest Registry (.Org) to a purpose built Venture Capital firm whose domain name was itself registered by an advisor to the Chinese organised World ... Continue Reading
Opinion : Internet infrastructure
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The Google antitrust case is more about politics than economics
It’s not entirely clear what economic reasons led the US government to try to tackle Google’s search monopoly, which suggests it is mostly about politics Continue Reading
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Coronavirus: What does the ‘new normal’ mean for how we work?
Examining the long-term impact of the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic on the world of work, security, privacy and networks Continue Reading
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Coronavirus and privacy – finding the middle ground
Data collection has a role to play in fighting the deadly Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak, but governments need to be accountable for how it is used Continue Reading
Videos : Internet infrastructure
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Lauri Love: how reformed hackers halted the WannaCry virus
Lauri Love presents a compelling story of the WannaCry malware that nearly brought down the NHS, and the behind the scenes work of former hackers, and security researchers that helped to prevent lives being lost. Love is facing extradition to the US after allegedly taking part in a hacking protest over the death of internet pioneer Aaron Swartz, who faced jail for using a hidden computer to downloading academic journals at MIT.
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Adrian Davis discusses the evolution of security in the age of IoT
Cloud computing and the internet of things will have a major impact on how security is implemented going forward.
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CW500 video: Security and IoT
What can businesses do to ensure their IAM and security systems are able to support internet connected things