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Credit Card Processors Getting Encryption Religion
InformationWeek, November 21, 2009 Top providers are touting new services. Yet many businesses that accept credit cards aren't ready for end-to-end encryption. Chrome OS: There Will Be Local Storage InformationWeek, November 20, 2009 Despite what Google says, not all data will be in the cloud. China Cyber Espionage Threatens U.S., Report Says InformationWeek, November 20, 2009 A Congressional advisory report warns that cyber attacks against defense computers are on the rise. Google Chrome OS Depends On Hardware Partners InformationWeek, November 20, 2009 Despite its focus on the Web -- a platform with proven appeal -- Chrome OS will also need compelling hardware to compete against Apple's anticipated tablet and Windows netbooks. Google Releases Chrome OS Code InformationWeek, November 19, 2009 Developers can now participate in the Chrome OS open source project and help Google bring its new operating system to market next year. FAA Resolves Flight Plan System Failure InformationWeek, November 19, 2009 Air traffic controllers had to enter flight plan information manually Thursday morning, delaying some East Coast flights. Lawmakers Slam Deceptive Web Marketers InformationWeek, November 18, 2009 Post-transaction marketing abuses bring calls for stronger oversight. Mozilla Releases Firefox 3.6 Beta 3 InformationWeek, November 18, 2009 The third beta version of the next Firefox sports speed and stability improvements. Google Phone Coming, Report Claims InformationWeek, November 18, 2009 But for many, a Google phone doesn't make sense. T-Mobile Says Employees Sold Customer Data InformationWeek, November 17, 2009 A report issued by the U.K. Information Commission's Office calls for action against the unlawful sale of personal data. Cyber Warfare Warning Sounded InformationWeek, November 17, 2009 In its annual report on cybercrime, McAfee says that the age of cyber warfare has arrived. Glide OS Extends Search InformationWeek, November 17, 2009 TransMedia's forthcoming revision of its media sharing service will be accessible from any Web site through a browser plug-in. Most Security Products Fail Initial Certification Tests InformationWeek, November 16, 2009 A study based on the testing of thousands of security products over 20 years finds that most require several rounds of testing before achieving certification. Google Apps Gets LTech Management Tools InformationWeek, November 16, 2009 The switch to cloud computing doesn't have to mean giving up administrative power. Microsoft 'Sudo' Patent No Danger To Unix InformationWeek, November 13, 2009 The recent "Rights elevator" patent granted to Microsoft covers a graphic user interface element. Web 2.0 Expo: The Power Of Less InformationWeek, November 13, 2009 The industry's premier event will explore opportunities for innovation in a time of uncertainty, amid the entrepreneurial spirit of New York's Web community. Microsoft Investigating Zero-Day Windows 7 Flaw InformationWeek, November 12, 2009 The vulnerability was released the day after Microsoft issued its November patches. Google Gets Gizmo5 InformationWeek, November 12, 2009 The acquisition is likely to bring VOIP capabilities to Google Voice, making it more competitive with Skype. Adobe Flash Security Model Permits Malware InformationWeek, November 12, 2009 Web sites that allow user-generated content could be risking attack due to Flash's permissive security model. Google 'Go' Name Brings Accusations Of 'Evil' InformationWeek, November 11, 2009 Developers want Google to change the name of its new Go language because there's already a Go! language. Google Search Visualizes Global Data InformationWeek, November 11, 2009 Data made available by the World Bank is now being used to provide visual support for statistical queries. Four Indicted In $9 Million RBS WorldPay Hack InformationWeek, November 11, 2009 One of most sophisticated computer hacking rings in the world has been broken, claims Acting U.S. Attorney Sally Quillian Yates. Google Introduces 'Go' Programming Language InformationWeek, November 10, 2009 Go aims to combine the benefits of rapid application development with program execution speed. Microsoft Demands Takedown Of Bing Cash Exploit InformationWeek, November 10, 2009 A flaw Microsoft's Bing cashback program allowed startup co-founder Samir Meghani get credit for over $2,000 in rebate cash through fake purchases. Microsoft Patch Brings Windows Kernel Warning InformationWeek, November 10, 2009 A Windows kernel vulnerability addressed in a November security bulletin should be patched immediately, Microsoft recommends. Apple Releases Snow Leopard Security Patch InformationWeek, November 09, 2009 Mac OS X 10.6.2 addresses security and stability issues, and resolves a file deletion bug involving Guest accounts. 9 In 10 Web Apps Have Serious Flaws InformationWeek, November 09, 2009 The 10 most severe software vulnerabilities during the first half of 2009 affected software from Apache, Citrix, IBM, SAP, Sun, and Symantec, among other organizations. Google To Acquire AdMob InformationWeek, November 09, 2009 With Android adoption about to "explode," Google is betting on mobile advertising. Google Computes News Quality InformationWeek, November 09, 2009 A recently filed patent application suggests that Google is taking steps to promote news produced by major media companies on Google News. Google Dashboard Enhances Privacy Control InformationWeek, November 06, 2009 To help users understand the privacy implications of its services, Google has created a unified view of the data associated with Google Accounts. Microsoft Plans Fixes For 15 Security Flaws InformationWeek, November 06, 2009 November's patch day is about half the size of October's massive fix. Microsoft Expresses Cloud Privacy Commitment, Concerns InformationWeek, November 05, 2009 In a policy paper, Microsoft affirms its support for privacy in the cloud and calls for regulatory clarity. Enterprise 2.0: Google Wave, A Solution Seeking A Problem? InformationWeek, November 05, 2009 The difficulty people have understanding Google Wave reflects broader uncertainty about the value of Enterprise 2.0 in the workplace. Google Releases Internal JavaScript Tools InformationWeek, November 05, 2009 Developers can now optimize their JavaScript code with tools used by Google's engineers. Serious SSL Vulnerability Found InformationWeek, November 05, 2009 A vulnerability in the most common data security protocol on the Internet could allow secure Web sessions to be hijacked. Enterprise 2.0: The Emperor's New Clothes? InformationWeek, November 04, 2009 Skepticism about the utility and value of Enterprise 2.0 were addressed at a conference panel session. Enterprise 2.0: Novell, SAP, ThoughtWorks Ride Google Wave InformationWeek, November 04, 2009 Business software vendors have begun building on the Wave platform as Google promises a Wave App Store. Enterprise 2.0: Is Enterprise Software Failing? InformationWeek, November 03, 2009 Software providers must look beyond lists of features and address business needs. And they must deliver on the promise of the next-generation customer experience. Enterprise 2.0: Corporations Start Collaborating InformationWeek, November 03, 2009 Keynoter Tammy Erickson of nGenera warns that as organizations get more social, they'll face structural challenges. Google Sued For Sexual, Religious Discrimination InformationWeek, November 03, 2009 A workplace discrimination lawsuit charges Google with violating the civil rights of a former employee. Bank IT Worker Charged In $1.1 Million Fraud InformationWeek, November 02, 2009 A computer technician has been indicted for stealing the identities of 150 Bank of New York employees, as well as for grand larceny and money laundering. Worms Invade Corporate Computers, Microsoft Finds InformationWeek, November 02, 2009 In its latest Security Intelligence Report, Microsoft documents the doubling of worms in enterprises during the first half of 2009. Firefox, Chrome, Safari Erode Internet Explorer Usage InformationWeek, November 02, 2009 As Microsoft waits for Windows 7 sales to hasten the transition to Internet Explorer 8, the company's overall browser share continues to decline. Google Maps Adds More Real Estate Data InformationWeek, October 30, 2009 Users of Google's search engine can now find out more detailed information about real estate. Facebook Wins $711 Million From Spammer InformationWeek, October 30, 2009 In addition to financial damages, Sanford Wallace, among the first to be crowned "Spam King," may face jail time. Enterprise 2.0: Challenging Economy Pushes Businesses Toward Better Tools InformationWeek, October 30, 2009 TechWeb's Enterprise 2.0 Conference, Nov. 2 through 5 in San Francisco, aims to connect companies with better business technology. Amazon Introduces PayPhrase Payment Shortcut InformationWeek, October 29, 2009 Online merchants can use Amazon's passphrase payment scheme to ease the friction of online commerce. Google Launches Music Service InformationWeek, October 28, 2009 Look out iTunes and Amazon, Google has integrated songs into its search results. Google's 'Gov Cloud' Wins $7.2 Million Los Angeles Contract InformationWeek, October 28, 2009 The City of Los Angeles plans to replace its Novell GroupWise e-mail system with Google Apps, partly using anti-trust settlement money paid by Microsoft. Google Unveils Free Navigation Service For Android 2.0 Devices InformationWeek, October 28, 2009 Turn-by-turn directions will soon be available to users of Android 2.0 devices, like Verizon's Droid, courtesy of Google. |
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