Operating systems software
Competition among operating system (OS) suppliers is growing, with new OS products being developed for emerging platforms such as smartphones and netbooks. Microsoft Windows is still the most important product for businesses, but Linux, Mac OS and Unix offer important alternatives, along with device-specific OS such as Android and Chrome. We examine the operating system software choices facing IT managers.
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12 Mar 2024
March Patch Tuesday throws up two critical Hyper-V flaws
Two critical vulnerabilities in Windows Hyper-V stand out on an otherwise unremarkable Patch Tuesday Continue Reading
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05 Feb 2024
Why developers must work smarter, not just faster, with generative AI
With a lot to play for, including legal precedents, how can dev teams approach GenAI risks with a view to strong mitigation strategies? Continue Reading
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17 Oct 2006
Am I out of luck if I have a "mixed" email system (e.g., Exchange and Notes)?
That's a "real-life" situation that we run into many times when we've gone out and worked with companies. We might be called in by a company that has both a Microsoft Exchange and a Notes/Domino email system and they want to tie an archive together, so that the content is searchable across the whole enterprise... Continue Reading
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01 Oct 2006
New exploits target Microsoft's PowerPoint, IE
Microsoft may have patched the VML flaw in Internet Explorer, but now it faces new threats against the Web browser and PowerPoint. Continue Reading
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24 Sep 2006
Hijacked consumer machines target the enterprise
Attackers continue to strike gold by targeting consumers who lack the security savvy to address desktop application flaws, according to Symantec Corp. Enterprises ultimately pay the price. Continue Reading
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14 Sep 2006
Mozilla fixes several Firefox flaws
Several flaws could be used for man-in-the-middle, spoofing and cross-site scripting attacks. Mozilla has released Firefox 1.5.0.7 to address the problems. Continue Reading
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06 Sep 2006
Security Bytes: New flaw in Cisco IOS
Security news including Cisco, Mozilla hires a former Microsoft strategist to bolster security, a new "pump-and-dump" stock spam campaign is discovered and TippingPoint lists info on new flaws. Continue Reading
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28 Aug 2006
Microsoft probes alleged Internet Explorer flaw
A research group claims attackers could launch malicious code using a flaw in the way Internet Explorer instantiates certain COM objects' ActiveX controls. Continue Reading
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24 Aug 2006
Should I back up the operating system files?
We hear a lot about single-instance storage; single-instance backup. When you start backing up operating system files, you will have the same .DLL, for example, on each of your Windows servers -- you may have 100 servers. I would say, if you have a small environment, I wouldn't worry too much about it. But, once you start growing into a larger environment, you probably should not backup operating system files. Continue Reading
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21 Aug 2006
Update: Microsoft fixes faulty Internet Explorer patch
Update: Microsoft has fixed a faulty browser fix that enabled an exploitable condition. Souces say a compatibility problem with Systems Management Server delayed the fix. Continue Reading
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20 Aug 2006
Twin Trojans use PowerPoint to spread
Researchers aren't yet sure if troublesome new Trojan horse programs are exploiting a new PowerPoint flaw or the vulnerabilities Microsoft patched Aug. 8. Continue Reading
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07 Aug 2006
Inside MSRC: Time to rethink security workarounds
Christopher Budd of the Microsoft Security Response Center recommends implementing one of several security workarounds to ensure a secure infrastructure until this month's most important Windows update can be installed. Continue Reading
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03 Aug 2006
Akonix A-Series offers complex, best-of-breed IM security
Product review: Information Security magazine's Sandra Kay Miller says The Akonix A-Series instant messaging security appliances works well but needs better documentation. Continue Reading
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03 Aug 2006
Thwarting IM management challenges
Product review: Information Security magazine's Sandra Kay Miller says Symantec's IM Manager 8.0 has limited public network features, but offers excellent reporting Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2006
Mozilla issues critical security updates
New patches to fix 13 software security flaws, eight of which have been deemed critical. Continue Reading
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25 Jul 2006
Netscape.com hit with cross-site scripting attack
The popular Web portal was hit by a cross-site scripting attack early on 26 July but Netscape says the problem has been addressed Continue Reading
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25 Jul 2006
Longhorn on the road to Linux compatibility
The next version of Windows Server – codenamed Longhorn – will include virtualisation technology that is interoperable with the open source Linux operating system. Continue Reading
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24 Jul 2006
Security Bytes: New Microsoft exploits in the wild
The exploits target issues Microsoft patched earlier this month. Meanwhile, flaws are reported in Oracle for OpenView and a Mozilla Firefox keystroke logger is on the loose. Continue Reading
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13 Jul 2006
Trojan targets Microsoft PowerPoint flaw
Update: The exploit might be tied to an older flaw in Excel. Attackers who exploit the serious flaw could launch arbitrary code. Microsoft says it is investigating. Continue Reading
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21 Apr 2006
SMB finds the perfect host
When All3Media, a medium-sized TV programming producer, inherited an inflexible communications system, it turned to a more appealing, hosted alternative. Continue Reading
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18 Dec 2005
Trio of trouble: Malcode targets Windows, IM users
AV firms warn IT shops to guard against Dasher, Bagle and Banbra. Dasher targets a Windows flaw patched in October, while Banbra spreads through IM. Continue Reading
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09 Sep 2005
Sponsor's Editorial - Making marketing more relevant
Responsys, a premier global provider of on-demand email and lifecycle marketing solutions, has announced Interact 5, the latest version of the company’s email marketing automation software. Continue Reading
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05 Sep 2005
IE 7.0 may usher in wave of RSS exploits
Experts warn that Web-feed enhancements in Microsoft's new Web browser may be just the thing crackers need to compromise networks and private data. Continue Reading
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30 Aug 2005
Antivirus can introduce dangerous network security holes into any OS
AV software is one of the most basic security steps available. It's also yet another gateway for security breaches. Continue Reading
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05 Jun 2005
Storage 911: How to troubleshoot your storage
Our emergency guide takes you through the steps you can take to prevent disaster, and then, more importantly, offers an organized list of usual suspects, from the complex to the deceptively simple. Continue Reading
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21 Mar 2005
Linux lags Windows in new security report
A controversial research paper takes a critical look at two popular platforms' track record on vulnerabilities and fixes. In turn, its findings are facing sharp scrutiny as well. Continue Reading
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13 Mar 2005
Security Bytes: Turning servers into 'malcode pushers'
In other news, 'antispyware' company shut down during investigation and new Java Trojan hits alternative browsers. Continue Reading
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17 Feb 2005
Do you speak geek: All hail e-mail!
Test your knowledge of e-mail security with this quiz. Continue Reading
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03 Feb 2005
Expect 13 Windows patches, some critical
Microsoft will release patches Tuesday to fix critical security holes in Windows Media Player, MSN Messenger, Microsoft Office and Visual Studio. Continue Reading
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19 Dec 2004
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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23 Sep 2004
Multiple strategies guard youth services agency
Major corporations aren't the only ones who need to protect confidential information, ward off spam and malware, and defend against intrusion. Local youth service agencies must do the same, with far smaller budgets. Continue Reading
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22 Sep 2004
Security Bytes: New .jpg attack imminent; CA agrees to pay $225 million for federal violations
Sanjay Kumar is indicted for securities fraud and conspiracy, while Authorize.Net is knocked offline by massive DDoS attacks. Continue Reading
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12 Jan 2004
Thought for the day: Flights of fancy
The Windows versus Linux debacle continues to escalate into a heady mix of emotion, mud-slinging and complexity Continue Reading
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16 Apr 2003
Thought for the day: Flights of fancy
Launch a Java-based office suite? Simon Moores questions the sanity of any company that would consider doing so, even if it is... Continue Reading
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10 Mar 2002
September 11: How Merrill Lynch recovered
Merrill Lynch lost two data centres during the 11 September terrorist attacks in New York. The site is now functioning as a... Continue Reading
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23 Oct 2001
Insurance lacks pulling power
Insurance companies need to give their e-initiatives a radical makeover as their present inward focus is driving customers away Continue Reading
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28 Feb 2001
Growing pains
Five e-commerce companies tell E-Business Review how they overcame initial teething problems Continue Reading
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14 Feb 2001
Spring has sprung for Spring
Spring Group has moved its business environment on-line with the development of a fully integrated web operating system. Continue Reading