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[August 28, 2008]
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Use SteadyState to Manage Shared Computers
SteadyState lets you use Windows Disk Protection to roll back system partitions to a known state, configure computer and user restrictions, and schedule software updates.
Windows IT Pro - Russell Smith
IM Security Vendors
Here’s a handy list of IM security vendors.
Windows IT Pro - Jeff James
Instant Messaging Headaches
The widespread adoption of IM technologies in businesses translates to more work for IT pros. Here are the risk factors and pain points to watch out for, along with a few good products to help with the workload.
Windows IT Pro - Jeff James
Internet Explorer 8's New Cross-Site Scripting Protection
One of IE 8's most important improvements is its defense against cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
Windows IT Pro - Mark Joseph Edwards
Letting a User Log on from Only a Specific Computer
Here's how to make it so that a user can log on only from a specific computer.
Windows IT Pro - Randy Franklin Smith
Maxwell Smart? Your IM Is Ready
Here’s one vendor’s unique solution to IM security
Windows IT Pro - Jeff James
Microsoft Makes Anti-Piracy Changes to Windows XP
Microsoft late Tuesday made changes to its Windows Genuine Advantage (WGA) Notifications anti-piracy service in Windows XP, a change that should begin appearing on users' desktops over the next few months. The company says it made the changes in order
WinInfo - Paul Thurrott
New & Improved
Check out the latest products to hit the marketplace. PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Embotics V-Commander 2.0
Windows IT Pro - Editors
What You Need to Know About Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0 Beta 2
Get the facts on Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0 Beta 2 and see how Microsoft has improved Internet Explorer security with domain highlighting, ActiveX controls, and data execution protection support.
Windows IT Pro - Paul Thurrott
Data Destruction Policies and Procedures
Your company should have strict data destruction policies and procedures, and one more people need to be accountable to ensure adherence. Need a good example that demonstrates why?
Windows IT Pro - Mark Joseph Edwards
Microsoft Announces IE 8 Privacy Features
While the Beta 2 release of its next browser is still a few days away, Microsoft on Monday unveiled a few of the privacy-related features that will grace Internet Explorer (IE) 8. Due in final form by the end of the year or early 2009, IE 9 will build off
WinInfo - Paul Thurrott
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[August 26, 2008]
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Simplify Security Reporting Using Audit Collection Services
Follow the steps to set up Audit Collection Services, a Microsoft System Center Operations Manager 2007 reporting feature, then start using it to streamline security event-log auditing on your servers.
Windows IT Pro - John Howie
8 Million People Lose Private Information Overnight
If you stayed at a Best Western hotel anytime since 2007 then your private information is now for sale to fraudsters all over the globe. Ouch.
Windows IT Pro - Mark Joseph Edwards
Red Hat and Fedora Possibly Compromised
If you're using Red Hat Desktop or Enterprise Linux, or Fedora, then you should probably check to ensure that you're not using compromised packages that might have been the result of illegal access to Red Hat's servers.
Windows IT Pro - Mark Joseph Edwards
New Precedent for Security Researchers?
A recent federal court ruling implies that the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) most likely would not apply to researchers who give academic presentations.
Windows IT Pro - Mark Joseph Edwards
Opera 9.52 Fixes 7 Security Bugs
Opera released an update for its browser that includes seven security fixes, all of which are documented except for one.
Windows IT Pro - Mark Joseph Edwards
PC Tools to Become Part of Symantec
Symantec intends to acquire PC Tools, maker of numerous security solutions, and bring the company under the wing of its consumer business unit.
Windows IT Pro - Mark Joseph Edwards
PCI DSS Requirements Expanded
PCI DSS 1.2 goes into effect on October 1; this revision expands and clarifies the original requirements.
Windows IT Pro - Lavon Peters
Symantec's Black Hat Survey Results
The results are in and reveal that "Web 2.0" and virtualization are the two main concerns for many security-minded administrators.
Windows IT Pro - Mark Joseph Edwards
When Computer Surveillance Goes Bad
It's common knowledge that the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) fiercely pursues people who pirate media files. Their relentless pursuit seems to have recently backfired in at least one case.
Windows IT Pro - Mark Joseph Edwards
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