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InformationWeek, November 28, 2005 Flow-based network monitoring provides managers with more useful information, such as application performance and bandwidth usage. Radware Offers Software To Detect Network Performance Problems InformationWeek, October 31, 2005 APSolute Insite is meant to deliver comprehensive network management and security auditing, making it easier control user access to data. Compuware Adds Agentless Monitoring To Vantage InformationWeek, October 28, 2005 Compuware will unveil upgraded software for its Vantage application service-management appliance using technology from its acquisition of Adlex in May. More Control, Virtually InformationWeek, October 24, 2005 BMC ups predictive capabilities and brings real-time systems management based on business requirements to virtualized resources. IT? Not In The Boardroom InformationWeek, October 24, 2005 Out-Of-Band Systems Management Helps Businesses Expand InformationWeek, October 21, 2005 Uplogix introduces a new version of its network management software for centralized and remote management that makes use of out-of-band techniques to gain access to servers and other IT systems that have crashed, lost power, or have faulty network connections. BMC Intros Virtualization Suite InformationWeek, October 17, 2005 The additions to BMC's service-oriented resource management system are designed to help better allocate resources to virtualized servers and data-center and systems-management processes. Opalis Helps Automate And Manage IT Processes InformationWeek, October 17, 2005 The systems-management appliance lets IT departments automate processes without writing code or scripts. One Tool, Two Networks InformationWeek, October 17, 2005 CentrePath upgrades Magellan DataPath Manager to monitor traffic and find problems in both local and wide area networks CentrePath Manages LANs And WANs InformationWeek, October 10, 2005 The Magellan DataPath Manager adds support for Linux, provides root-cause analysis, and lets customers manage LANs and WANs. New Tool To Monitor HIPAA Compliance InformationWeek, September 27, 2005 Ecora's Enterprise Auditor has built-in HIPAA reports that map directly to the act's security rules, making it easier to quickly generate compliance reports. More Than Skin Deep InformationWeek, September 26, 2005 AOL Offers New Anti-Spyware Tools InformationWeek, September 21, 2005 AOL is offering customers free software from Computer Associates that scans a PC to detect and block more than 28,000 types of spyware, adware, keystroke loggers, and Trojan horses. Low-Cost Security Appliance Fights The 'Insider' Threat InformationWeek, September 19, 2005 ConSentry Networks introduces two low-cost, high-speed security appliances designed to clamp down on worms and viruses. Threats Bring IT And Operations Together InformationWeek, September 19, 2005 Natural disasters, hackers, and cybercriminals are all potential sources of disruption. Security Vendor Offers Insurance For Timely Fixes InformationWeek, September 15, 2005 Citadel Security Software has purchased an insurance policy from AIG to back its Hercules software-vulnerability remediation service. Credit Union Fights Patch-Management Nightmare InformationWeek, September 15, 2005 A system from Blue Lane Technologies helps to protect Western Corporate Federal Credit Union while providing time to test software patches. Finding Flaws In Old Application Code InformationWeek, September 15, 2005 Two risk-management and auditing service providers next week will unveil a framework to help customers deal with vulnerabilities in old application source code. Schlumberger Upgrades Network Port Security InformationWeek, September 12, 2005 Schlumberger Oilfield Services deploys a security appliance from Lockdown Networks to prevent unauthorized access to its network and to ensure that those that do connect have updated security software installed. Small Banks Tackle Spyware InformationWeek, September 07, 2005 Shavlik Technologies combines patch management, reporting, and automated anti-spyware technology to reduce the amount of time and money it takes to find and remove spyware. Tighter Security For PDAs InformationWeek, September 05, 2005 The portability of handhelds makes them attractive to business users, but it also makes them more likely to be lost or stolen or for data to be corrupted. Alabama Power Uses IT To Get To Katrina Disaster Sites InformationWeek, September 01, 2005 The utility is using satellite communications, weather tracking, homegrown applications, and mapping technology to organize and dispatch response teams to restore power to hundreds of thousands of customers. Security Gateway Helps Braxton Schools InformationWeek, August 30, 2005 Braxton County Public Schools in West Virginia are deploying security gateways introduced this week by Symantec to fight off security threats. Students, And Security Threats, Head To Stanford InformationWeek, August 12, 2005 Stanford University's School of Education deploys new security modules from Juniper Networks to tighten security and boost network performance. Microsoft Issues Three 'Critical' Patches InformationWeek, August 09, 2005 Microsoft issues six patches, three critical ones that deal with vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer. Law Firm Fends Off IM Threats InformationWeek, August 09, 2005 Dow Lohnes & Albertson uses an IM logging service from Omnipod to keep instant messages free from viruses, quarantine suspicious files, and alert administrators when someone tries to transmit an infected file. Diebold Adds Software To Keep Cash Machines Safe InformationWeek, August 08, 2005 A new version of Sygate Enterprise Protection software will help Diebold secure internal systems as well as bank ATM networks and systems. Web Services' Security Factor InformationWeek, August 08, 2005 Basic practices such as authentication can protect Web services from hackers and limit access to authorized personnel. Security Software Locks Down Servers For Bus Line InformationWeek, August 05, 2005 Pace Suburban Bus deploys software from Solidcore Systems to prevent unauthorized code from executing on crucial servers and let IT managers install security patches on their own schedule. EMC Brings High-End Data Management To The Midrange Market InformationWeek, August 03, 2005 New Clariion technology helps administrators shift data across storage networks for data backup and volume-management tasks. Utilities Wrestle With IT Security Standards InformationWeek, August 01, 2005 Two years after the blackout, electric companies are still developing security plans Reducing The Data-Theft Threat From USB Memory Sticks InformationWeek, July 29, 2005 Medical staffing firm uses Sanctuary Device Control to monitor every USB port on the network and set policies on the use of USB memory sticks. Security Vendors Offer More Cash For Bugs InformationWeek, July 27, 2005 Security vendor TippingPoint says it will pay researchers and hackers for information on software security vulnerabilities, while rival iDefense says it will double the bounty it pays for vulnerability information. Spam, Worms, And Spyware Flourished In Spring, Says Report InformationWeek, July 25, 2005 There were 422 new vulnerabilities discovered in the second quarter, up 20% from the same time last year, according to SANS Institute. New Phishing Attacks Fool Users InformationWeek, July 22, 2005 The E-mails appear to come from eBay and ask for information to help protect the customer from Internet attacks. RSA Reports Weak Growth In Sales, Profits InformationWeek, July 21, 2005 Revenue in the quarter was $76.5 million, up 1.2%, while net income was $8.5 million, up 6%. Business Focus Energizes CIO InformationWeek, July 11, 2005 At Xcel Energy, VP and CIO Gogel and his team use process-driven technology projects to help shape the utility's business models Informants Reap Rewards For Sasser Conviction InformationWeek, July 08, 2005 Microsoft pays $250,000, though even bounties like this may not be enough against today's more-sophisticated virus writers. U.K. Utility Tests Multiple Security Features InformationWeek, July 04, 2005 MimeSweeper appliance provides E-mail monitoring, preset security polices, and antivirus and anti-spam applications Microsoft And IBM End Dispute InformationWeek, July 04, 2005 U.K. Power Company Tests New Security Appliance InformationWeek, June 29, 2005 RWE NPower is using Clearswift's new anti-spam security appliance to monitor and filter E-mail and other content. Hacking Incident Big, But Not Necessarily Uncommon InformationWeek, June 22, 2005 Experts say CardSystems data-theft incident shows how vulnerable some financial-services companies are. CA Integrates Backup And Security For Small Companies InformationWeek, June 20, 2005 New suites combine security, storage management, and desktop-migration tools. Switch And Bait: Scams Target The Smaller Fry InformationWeek, June 20, 2005 With customers of large institutions wary, E-mail crooks turn to smaller banks Phishing Attacks Show Sixfold Increase This Year InformationWeek, June 13, 2005 Research by Cyota, an anti-phishing vendor, and Gartner shows that the phishing business is still booming. Logging Service Secures IM InformationWeek, June 13, 2005 Omnipod's latest hosted version offers virus scanning and alerts Wireless Meshing InformationWeek, June 13, 2005 Microsoft is working on software to make Internet access cheaper for remote locations Microsoft Centralizes Patch Management InformationWeek, June 13, 2005 New versions of Windows Server Update Service and Microsoft Update make it easier for customers to keep software current Apple Issues 11 Software Patches InformationWeek, June 10, 2005 The fixes are designed to plug holes that range from buffer overflows to unauthorized wireless Bluetooth access to denial-of-service vulnerabilities. CA Beefs Up Unicenter With Niku Buy InformationWeek, June 09, 2005 The vendor's fourth acquisition in a year is designed to make its flagship Unicenter systems-management framework more useful and valuable to customers. |
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