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IT risks for social network marketers
18/11/2008 11:19:31
Marketers using social networking sites should be aware of the possible risks, it has been claimed.
Spammers 'have incentive to continue'
18/11/2008 11:17:27
Spamming will continue so long as there is money to be made in it, according to one expert.
Security firms announce merger agreement
18/11/2008 11:15:32
Marshal is to merge with 8e6 Technologies, in a move which will create a new firm reportedly capable of securing all forms of internet communication.
Human error 'the major worry for IT managers'
17/11/2008 10:23:49
IT managers are increasingly worried that individual mistakes will lead to data security breaches.
Instant messaging 'can benefit' IT professionals
14/11/2008 10:58:53
Businesses can improve internal and external communication by using instant messaging, it has been suggested.
Internet security 'risk' for remote workers
14/11/2008 10:56:15
Mobile workers may be taking too many IT risks, it has been suggested.
Microsoft HR chief calls for more women in IT
14/11/2008 10:52:09
More women need to be employed in the IT sector, it has been claimed.
IT security concerns 'greatest for energy firms'
13/11/2008 10:39:00
The IT security risk may be greatest within firms operating in the energy sector, research has indicated.
Microsoft Azure operating system 'can relieve storage burden'
13/11/2008 10:37:10
Businesses can reduce costs using new software provided by Microsoft, it has been suggested.
Facebook friend scam fails to convince
12/11/2008 10:33:39
Social networking site Facebook has been targeted in a phishing scam, it has been reported.
Many IT firms 'shielded from economic downturn'
12/11/2008 10:30:54
Small businesses in the IT sector may avoid the worst of the coming recession, it has been claimed.
Home working 'saves on commuting time'
12/11/2008 10:26:26
IT professionals can save time from their day by working from home, a new study has shown.
Business continuity 'the biggest concern' for IT firms
11/11/2008 11:34:04
Business continuity is the most pressing concern for many firms, a new study has suggested.
High-speed broadband cost burden 'must be shared'
11/11/2008 11:32:13
The costs of implementing high-speed broadband in the UK must be shared, accordign to Ofcom.
IT marketing jobs 'set to increase'
11/11/2008 11:30:00
The number of vacancies for IT marketing professionals is set to rise, it has been suggested.
Email in the workplace 'can be deceptive'
10/11/2008 11:01:37
Managers should not use email as an alternative to face-to-face communication, it has been suggested.
Millions affected by data loss
10/11/2008 11:01:31
Up to 280 million people are said to have been affected by data losses over the last three years.
US election victory 'targeted by hackers'
07/11/2008 11:05:46
Hackers have targeted consumers int eh aftermath of the US presidential election, it has been reported.
Internet innovations 'needed to speed up connections'
07/11/2008 11:04:20
The UK's internet infrastructure needs an overhaul, one industry leader has announced.
Email marketing 'aids consumer engagement'
07/11/2008 11:01:21
Growing businesses can benefit from email marketing, it has been suggested.
Employees 'not briefed' on business continuity
07/11/2008 10:59:49
Employees are not being kept informaed of business continuity plans, a new study has revealed.
Old hard drives 'still store data'
06/11/2008 11:12:31
Sensitive information may still be stored on many redundant and second hand hard drives.
Over 30s 'rarely download'
06/11/2008 11:10:54
Few older people use the internet for downloading purposes, it has been revealed.
Atos named as data loss contractor
05/11/2008 11:47:33
The contractor responsible for the latest government data loss has been named.
Cloud computing 'can have major cost benefits'
05/11/2008 11:45:53
Cloud computing can be used to reduce business costs, it has been suggested.
Illegal downloaders 'need official warnings'
04/11/2008 11:29:08
Computer users may stop downloading illegally if they receive official warnings, it has been suggested.
Firms 'must improve' mobile data security
04/11/2008 11:26:26
Information security provisions on mobile appliances must be improved, it has been suggested.
Vista system 'beating the hackers'
04/11/2008 11:18:35
Microsoft's Vista operating system is winning the battle against hackers, it is claimed.
Government 'not tackling web crime'
04/11/2008 11:18:20
The government must do more to combat internet crime, it has been suggested.
Internet 'altering way we digest information'
03/11/2008 10:34:38
Consumers are processing information differently as a result of increasing internet adoption.
Inquiry follows latest data loss
03/11/2008 10:31:56
The government has become embroiled in another data loss scandal, after a USB stick containing restricted information was found in a pub car park.
TUC urges commitment to flexible working
31/10/2008 10:42:26
The TUC has urged the government to remain faithful to its policy of encouraging flexible working.
Cybercrime 'on the rise'
31/10/2008 10:42:19
Recorded instances of internet crime rose during 2007, it has been reported.
Government data use 'should be minimised'
30/10/2008 11:52:47
The government should store and process as little data as possible, it has been suggested.
Firms 'must consider' business continuity
29/10/2008 10:11:44
It is crucial that businesses make disaster recovery plans, according to Ingram Micro Services Division.
Internet 'helps elderly retain independence'
29/10/2008 10:09:19
The internet can help the elderly retain their independence, it has been suggested.
Law firms 'are not protecting confidential information'
28/10/2008 11:17:19
Law firms must do more to protect restricted data, results of a new study indicate.
EU states 'must combat data breaches'
28/10/2008 11:15:40
EU member states must take steps to tackle data breaches, it has been suggested.
Bill Gates founds 'new company'
27/10/2008 11:28:46
Microsoft co-founder Bill gates has established a new company to orgainse his charity work.
Public authorities 'could benefit from communications database'
27/10/2008 11:26:06
Public authorities will have comprehensive access to commuications data if the government presses ahead with plans for a central monitoring database, it has been claimed.
Disaster recovery testing 'essential'
24/10/2008 10:53:37
Firms must test their disaster recovery plans to ensure they work effectively, it has been suggested.
Phones 'more secure than the internet'
24/10/2008 10:50:03
Phone networks are more secure than the internet, it has been claimed.
IT recruitment 'on the rise'
23/10/2008 11:06:29
A number of UK regions have seen a rise in levels of IT recruitment, new research has indicated.
Bluetooth 'must convert to low-energy model'
23/10/2008 09:53:01
The future for Bluetooth technology is in low-energy appliances, it has been suggested.
Mobile phone hacking 'not an immediate worry'
23/10/2008 09:50:06
Mobile phone hacking is not, at present, a major concern, it has been suggested.
Malware traffic up by 338%
22/10/2008 10:04:41
Recorded instances of malware increased significantly during the second and third quarters of 2008, research has indicated.
Highlighting hacking risks 'can escalate them'
22/10/2008 10:04:36
Highlighting the issue of hacking may lead to an escalation in such activity, it has been claimed.
Data centres 'must invest in the future'
21/10/2008 10:40:39
Data centres have been advised to invest in all areas of their business in order to reduce future costs.
Legal downloads 'being embraced' by web users
21/10/2008 10:38:18
More computer users are legally downloading content from the internet, it has been claimed.
Study reveals government security pass losses
20/10/2008 16:51:20
Statistics published by the Liberal Democrats have revealed that Home Office and Ministry of Justice employees have lost 3,492 security passes since 2001.
Spending on information security 'to increase'
20/10/2008 12:07:22
Companies are spending more on information security, according to a new study.
'Strong financial results' for Google
17/10/2008 09:26:19
Google has reported a strong financial performance during the third quarter of 2008.
Firms 'are not reviewing' information security
17/10/2008 09:20:33
Many firms do not pay close enough attention to information security, it has been claimed.
Internet phone 'poses security problems'
16/10/2008 14:47:45
The rise of internet telephony is hampering the battle against crime, it is claimed.
Work experience 'beneficial' to IT hopefuls
16/10/2008 10:49:40
Those seeking jobs in IT could benefit from working parttime during undergraduate studies.
Mobile phone marketing 'allows engagement'
16/10/2008 10:46:12
Mobile phone advertising is a great way to target consumers, it has been claimed.
Insiders 'most likely' to cause data breach
15/10/2008 09:27:11
Employees rather than hackers are responsible for the majority of data breaches, new research suggests.
Web marketing is "measurable"
15/10/2008 09:24:33
Firms wishing to monitor the impact of advertisement campaigns may wish to concentrate on the online medium, it is claimed.
Most IT jobseekers 'were not made redundant?
14/10/2008 10:54:53
The majority of jobseekers in the IT sector left their last job for reasons other than being made redundant, it has been reported.
Internet business owners 'have legal obligations'
14/10/2008 10:53:02
Business owners using the internet for company activities must be aware of a number of laws which affect them.
Virgin Media suffer email 'spam attack'
14/10/2008 10:50:46
Thousands of Virgin email users became the victims of a spam attack when they were unable to access their accounts for four days.
Internet advertising 'better than traditional media'
13/10/2008 11:00:51
Online advertising is said to be more efficient than that on television and in the print media.
Better protection for UK software developers
13/10/2008 10:59:16
The Court of Appeal has ruled against the Intellectual Property Office after it denied a patent to a computer software programmer.
MoD hard drive 'still missing'
13/10/2008 10:56:49
A Ministry of Defence hard drive containing personal information relating to armed forces applicants remains missing.
IT managers 'must appreciate staff'
10/10/2008 11:16:18
Employees must be appreciated by their seniors, otherwise they are likely to look for another job, it is claimed.
'Potential for greater internet and email use' on mobiles
10/10/2008 11:11:53
Almost half of all mobile phone users desire internet and email access on their handset, it has been reported.
Phone user data leak revealed
09/10/2008 12:00:49
Personal details belonging to 17 million Deutsche Telekom customers have been lost, it has been revealed.
Google links up with screen sharing firm Yuuguu
09/10/2008 12:00:46
Google Talk Instant Messaging services will soon be available for Yuuguu screen-sharing users.
IT skills academy gets the go-ahead
08/10/2008 10:08:09
The government is set to launch a new IT skills academy, it has been revealed.
Agency Workers Directive decision anticipated
08/10/2008 10:06:14
The Agency Workers Directive is set to be approved by the European Parliament Employment and Social Affairs Committee, it has been reported.
'Small transactions' may hint at ID theft
07/10/2008 12:00:45
Minor banking activity may be one of the first signs of identity theft, it has been suggested.
Cameras 'increasingly important' for mobile phones
07/10/2008 11:58:45
Cameras are increasingly becoming an essential feature of any mobile phone, it has been suggested.
Fear 'preventing' small businesses from adopting VoIP
06/10/2008 12:02:27
Fear of technology may be preventing many small businesses from adopting VoIP technology, it has been suggested.
Bluetooth popularity 'increasing among drivers'
06/10/2008 12:00:20
Drivers are increasingly adopting Bluetooth technology, it has been suggested.
Network stacks 'potentially vulnerable'
03/10/2008 11:47:39
Researchers have found that common network stacks could be vulnerable to attack and permanent damage
Online banking sees 185 per rise in fraud
03/10/2008 11:46:06
A new study has found there has been a rise in the amount of online banking fraud in the first half of 2008
IT industry 'may be on cusp of downturn'
02/10/2008 11:57:06
An industry expert has warned there may be a reduced demand for IT contractors in the future
Mayor wants to make London a Wi-Fi city
02/10/2008 11:54:58
Boris Johnson has unveiled his vision of making London a Wi-fi city
Failure to combat IT risks 'hampers business innovation'
01/10/2008 11:43:26
80 per cent of business mangers have backed away from risks due to security concerns
IT security firm combats online fraud
01/10/2008 11:41:35
SecureTrading has launched a new range of online fraud tools
Fake internet pop-ups 'very sophisticated'
01/10/2008 11:40:17
The managing director of Get Safe Online has warned of new sophisticated fake internet pop-ups
Virus and malware dangers 'growing on mobile devices'
30/09/2008 11:54:37
Over 500 viruses have been identified which target mobile internet devices
M&S enforcement notice dropped after encryption scheme
30/09/2008 11:51:59
Marks & Spencer has made every company computer encrypted to avoid potential data loss
Software security certification plans unveiled
30/09/2008 11:50:29
The new Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional has been announced
Botnet study finds worst worldwide culprits
29/09/2008 11:57:21
The US has topped a new survey to find the worst botnet culprits worldwide
McAfee to acquire Secure Computing
29/09/2008 11:55:35
Leading IT security firm McAfee has announced it is to acquire Secure Computing
First ID cards launched by government
26/09/2008 11:14:41
The Home Office has unveiled the design for the new ID cards set to be introduced for foreign nationals.
New book 'summarises' information security framework
26/09/2008 11:13:06
A new book has attempted provide a definitive guide to all information security compliance issues.
New book 'summarises' information security framework
26/09/2008 11:10:10
A new book has attempted provide a definitive guide to all information security compliance issues.
Free virus software search 'leads to Trojan'
25/09/2008 10:28:07
Internet users searching the web for free antivirus software could encounter a Trojan horse, it has been claimed.
UK consumers 'have no trust' in data storage firms
25/09/2008 10:26:35
A new study has suggested UK consumers do not trust businesses to keep their personal information safe.
Online payment 'safer than by cheque'
25/09/2008 10:21:50
Online payment mechanisms are safer than using a cheque, it has been suggested.
New Google smartphone unveiled
24/09/2008 10:35:28
T-Mobile has launched its new G1 Dream mobile product, powered by Google Android technology.
Businesses 'can leave customers exposed'
24/09/2008 10:33:40
Customers could be exposed to such risks as identity fraud if firms do not take the necessary inforamtion security precautions.
Negative customer experiences 'will be shared online'
23/09/2008 11:36:47
Online users are happy to share negative feedback over a consumer experience with fellow retailers, it has been suggested.
Information security 'a difficult task'
23/09/2008 11:34:19
Information security professionals are finding it increasingly tough to ensure data is protected as a result of the widespread use of technology, it has been suggested.
Insolvency Service loses laptop
22/09/2008 10:51:54
An Insolvency Service laptop has gone missing, in the government's latest data security scandal.
IT workers should 'leave technology at home'
19/09/2008 10:28:24
Workers should leave technology appliances at home when they go on holiday, it has been claimed.
Microsoft completes acquisition of DATAllegro
18/09/2008 10:23:15
Microsoft has acquired a company which specialises in data storage technology.
Workable processes are the "top priority"
18/09/2008 10:21:09
Risk managers must provide practical solutions to IT problems, it has been claimed.
UK-wide broadband network 'would be a leap forward'
17/09/2008 10:03:20
A national fibre optic broadband network could benefit the whole of the UK, it has been claimed.
Risk management processes 'must be understandable'
16/09/2008 09:48:10
Risk management procedures must be understandable to ensure they are followed, it has been claimed.
Disaster recovery plans 'ignored by call centres'
16/09/2008 09:45:23
Up to a fifth of call centres are ignoring business continuity considerations, it has been reported.
'Redundant IT equipment' poses data loss risks
15/09/2008 10:37:55
Data breaches can be prevented by effectivley disposing of redundant technology appliances, it has been claimed.
IT staff 'must be challenged through training"
15/09/2008 10:36:21
UK firms have been challenged to provide more professional development opportunities for staff.
'Several factors' contribute to data loss
15/09/2008 10:33:25
Businesses are struggling to prevent data loss incidents, it has been claimed.
Flooding 'poses a serious risk' to businesses
12/09/2008 10:51:27
The risks posed to businesses by flooding and other natural disasters can be serious.
High street presence 'no longer needed'
12/09/2008 10:49:38
Businesses can now use the internet and a virtual office for the purposes of retail, it has been claimed.
Scottish IT industry 'lacks skills'
11/09/2008 11:07:19
IT skills are lacking in the Scottish employment sector, it has been claimed.
Prisoner data loss firm axed
11/09/2008 11:05:12
The government has terminated its contract with prisoner data loss firm PA Consulting, it has been reported.
Information security accountability 'needed'
10/09/2008 13:54:44
Businesses should take more responsibility over the way they handle information, it has been claimed.
Government 'needs greater information security controls'
10/09/2008 10:14:11
Greater controls are needed where information security in government departments is concerned, it has been reported.
Some UK consumers 'still reluctant to use internet'
10/09/2008 10:12:46
Around 24 per cent of UK citizens have no desire to use the internet, with fear of technology arguably one reason why.
'Just 50,000' to receive ID cards in 2008
09/09/2008 10:58:32
Only 50,000 UK residents will receive ID cards when the National Identity Scheme is launched in November, the home secretary has revealed.
Google celebrates tenth birthday
09/09/2008 10:56:43
Internet search engine giant Google is ten years old this week.
Growing businesses 'should consider professional help for websites'
09/09/2008 10:52:01
Web hosting and professional support can help firms get the most from their website, ti ahs been claimed.
Prison service hit by second data loss incident
08/09/2008 10:35:07
The details of 5,000 prison service employees were lost in July 2007, it has emerged.
'Autonomy the key' to workers morale
08/09/2008 10:33:31
Employees are more likely to be content at work if they feel they can work independently with trusty placed in their expertise, it has been claimed.
Cloud computing 'can benefit' firms with varying website traffic
08/09/2008 10:30:45
Businesses whose web traffic volume varies from day to day could benefit through the use of cloud hosting, it has been claimed.
Microsoft 'strikes back' at Apple with ad campaign
05/09/2008 11:11:28
Microsoft is launching a marketing campaign to promote use of its publicly-maligned Vista operating system.
Low morale 'causes employee turnover'
05/09/2008 11:09:39
Staff attrition in the workplace is likely to increase if employees suffer from low morale.
Central authorisation control 'can save money'
05/09/2008 11:07:21
Central security control can help firms save money, it has been claimed.
IT advances 'enabling business travel'
04/09/2008 11:13:53
Advances in IT technology are allowing more businessmen to travel extensively on work duties, new research has indicated.
'Business continuity role' for information security managers
04/09/2008 11:11:54
Information security managers should have a disater recovery plan to ensure business continuity, it has been claimed.
Disaster recovery processes needed 'to avoid serious risk'
04/09/2008 11:09:10
Firms must have adequate disaster recovery procedures in place, according to the Federation of Small Businesses.
Data security is 'top concern' for IT workers
03/09/2008 10:12:29
IT professionals have identified data security as a "major concern".
Firms 'should admit' data breaches
03/09/2008 10:09:22
Businesses should admit to data breaches as they occur, the Natioanl Consumer Council has claimed.
'Important role' for security managers
03/09/2008 10:07:41
IT professionals play a vital role in ensuring businesses are able to recover from disaster, it has been claimed.
Top malware threats exposed
02/09/2008 10:26:02
One IT security firm has published its latest data compilation revealing a number of changes in the type of malicious programmes found on people's computers.
Key to website success 'is get basics right'
02/09/2008 10:24:05
Those looking for IT marketing jobs could be interested to hear that doing the basics right is the main way for a website to prosper, it is being claimed.
Kids 'get around' online age security
01/09/2008 11:16:10
An increasing amount of young people are getting around online age controls, it is being claimed.
Malware blocks rocket
01/09/2008 10:58:31
The number of web-based malware blocks has boomed, it is being claimed by one leading web security provider.
Microsoft to invest in European media firm
29/08/2008 10:43:25
Microsoft has tabled a £266 million bid for European media firm Greenfield Online, it has been reported.
Senior executives 'less involved in disaster recovery planning'
29/08/2008 10:41:21
Fewer senior IT executives were involved on disaster recovery teams than last year, a study has suggested.
Child records database suffers new delay
29/08/2008 10:39:36
Further delays to the government's new national database for under-18s have been announced, according to reports.
Technology use 'to increase' as young people enter workforce
28/08/2008 10:51:21
Technology will play an increasingly important role in the workplace in the fuure, it has been claimed.
Google 'closing in' on Verizon search deal
27/08/2008 10:48:17
All Verizon mobile phones could soon contain Google search engine technology, with the two firms believed to be close to signing a deal.
Infosys to acquire Axon Group
27/08/2008 10:45:37
IT conultancy firm The Axon Group is set to be sold Indian offshore outsourcer Infosysto for £407.1m, according to reports
Banking details 'sold on eBay'
27/08/2008 10:43:08
An investigation has been launched after a computer holding sensitive consumer information was sold on internet auction site eBay, according to reports.
Website downtime "can lose customers'
26/08/2008 11:38:20
Businesses are likely to lose customers if their website is out of action for lengthy periods of time, it has bee suggested.
Training 'can encourage retention rates' among IT staff
26/08/2008 11:36:04
Effective training programmes may help firms reduce staff attrition rates, it has been claimed.
Government loses prisoner information
22/08/2008 10:02:55
A memory stick storing information relating to England's prisoner population has been misplaced, it has been revealed.
'Important considerations' for information risk managers
22/08/2008 10:01:09
Information risk managers must take a number of factors relating to data security into account when implementing successful processes, it has been claimed.
Training 'can limit' data security risk
22/08/2008 09:59:11
Firms can limit the risk of data losses and other security breaches by suring senior managers are adequately trained, it has been claimed.
IT sector 'should embrace flexible working'
21/08/2008 11:56:37
Continuous office working need not be necessary for IT sector workers striving to impress company managers when faced with the risk of possible redundancies, it has been claimed
Online information security 'as important' as reliability
21/08/2008 11:50:37
A Symantec scientist has reiterated the need for companies to consider risk management when selecting a website host.
Latest government data loss 'revealed'
20/08/2008 11:34:26
Ministry of Justice accounts have revealed a string of previously-unreported government data losses.
Microsoft appoints 'hacker' to it security team
20/08/2008 11:32:29
A hacker famed for attempts to break into Microsoft's networks has joined the US-based firm as a security researcher.
IT professionals 'likely to quit over pay'
20/08/2008 11:31:02
A new report has suggested that many IT sector professionals would consider leaving their current employment role if they were offered an unsatisfactory pay rise.
2e2 'confident' after Netstore acquisition
19/08/2008 10:53:03
2e2 has precticted a rise i profits for 2009 after completing the takeover of IT services rival Netstore.
IT sector salaries 'expected to rise'
19/08/2008 10:47:37
A rise in salaries in the IT sector has been predicted by more than half of employers questioned in a recent survey.
ID theft 'on the rise' in the UK
18/08/2008 11:34:59
A senior policy advisor at the National Consumer Council has highlighted security concerns brought about by an increase in activity realting to ID identity theft.
E-commerce firms 'must consider' disaster recovery
18/08/2008 10:45:37
Disaster recovery is an important consideration for all firms working in e-commerce, according to one IT security expert.
Joomla QL attacks 'pose security risk'
18/08/2008 10:40:17
A malware specialist working for Secure Computing has suggested that a new SQL injection attack could place millions of computers using the Joomla mansgement system at risk.
Consultation paper on 'snooping law' issued
15/08/2008 12:10:46
Phone companies, internet service provider and network operators may be required to record and store communication records for up to 12 months.
Computers "sent 10 million bots" during second quarter
15/08/2008 12:08:23
Spam and emails containing malware were sent from more than ten million computers during the second quarter of 2008, it has been claimed.
BeCrypt launches media encryption product
15/08/2008 12:05:49
A new media encryption product has been launched by data security and data handling solutions BeCrypt
Disaster threats 'vary' from firm to firm
14/08/2008 12:08:35
The significance of particular business threats vary according to the nature of the activities carried out by companies, it has been claimed.
Disaster recovery plans "crucial" for businesses
14/08/2008 12:06:39
Disaster recovery plans have been described as crucial to all businesses.
Gartner recommends IT investment in information-access technologies.
13/08/2008 10:03:20
Investment in information-access technologies for data storage has been advocated by research firm Gartner, according to reports.
'Highly eventful' Patch Tuesday for Microsoft
13/08/2008 10:01:05
Microsoft has released its monthly batch of software vulnerabiity updates, it has been reported.
New encryption service launched by 2e2
13/08/2008 09:58:53
A new encryption service has been launched by IT service provider 2e2
'More firms outsourcing' due to credit crunch
12/08/2008 16:05:17
The credit crunch is driving outsourcing in the recruitment industry, it has been claimed.
Hospital manager sacked following laptop theft
12/08/2008 11:08:54
A hospital manager has been sacked following the theft of an unencrypted laptop from his car, it has been reported.
IT jobs 'stable despite credit crunch'
12/08/2008 11:06:57
Despite the credit crunch and economic slowdown in the UK, the IT jobs market remains relatively stable, it has been reported.
Journalists 'hack the hackers' at IT security conference
11/08/2008 10:25:27
Three journalists were thrown out of a hacking conference for gaining access to the computers of other attendees, it has been reported.
Data cleansing product offered by Tracesmart
11/08/2008 10:22:41
A new data cleansing service will be offered to members of the Institute of Credit Management (ICM) by Tracesmart, it has been announced.
Absolute Software launches new laptop tracking product
11/08/2008 10:20:39
Absolute Software has unveiled a new geolocation tracking product for laptops, the firm has announced.
BBC admits to data loss
08/08/2008 14:45:28
The BBC has announced it has lost personal information contained on a laptop and memory sticks.
Being able to share data 'is as important as security'
08/08/2008 10:59:53
Despite security concerns, being able to share data is still important, according to one expert.
Fraud ring charged with credit card theft
07/08/2008 10:53:19
Eleven members of a global crime ring which stole credit card details have been arrested, US authorities have announced.
Unix administrator: No computer 'entirely secure'
07/08/2008 10:51:07
Every computer is at risk of being hacked into unless computer security improves, it ahs eben claimed.
Information risk management 'the responsibility of executives'
06/08/2008 10:32:34
Responsibility for information risk management should be taken by senior IT executives, it has been claimed.
Securing PII the 'top concern' among executives
06/08/2008 10:30:51
Company executives see securing personally identifiable information (PII) as their main business technology concern, a new survey has suggested.
BC Group unveils new business continuity package
06/08/2008 10:29:06
A new business continuity service package has eben unveiled by security risk assessment firm the BC Group.
Microsoft 'aiming to replace Windows'
05/08/2008 10:12:53
Software giant Microsoft is working on a web-based follow up to Windows, it has been revealed.
IT staff 'blame bosses for data loss'
05/08/2008 10:11:28
Two thirds of IT workers believe their employers should be held accoutnable for any dat losses, it ahs been reported
IT gadgets 'essential not extra'
04/08/2008 11:08:45
A new study has indicated that consumers are feeling increasingly reliant upon modern technology devices.
New security offering from Lumension Security
04/08/2008 11:05:30
Lumension Security has launched a new data protection suite, it has announced.
McAfee to acquire DLP firm Reconnex for £23.3 million
04/08/2008 11:05:26
Security vendor Mcafee is to purchase data-loss prevention firm Reconnex for £23.3 million, it has announced.
Disaster recovery is "vital" for all firms
01/08/2008 11:16:55
The virtues of disaster recvovery planning have been explained by one industry expert.
Sophos to acquire data security firm Ultimaco
01/08/2008 11:15:37
Security firm has lodgeda takeover bid as it seeks to acquire data security firm Ultimaco, it is reported
Only three in ten US state laptops are encrypted
31/07/2008 08:00:00
Seven out of ten laptops and mobile technology devices belonging to 24 US government departments are breaching federal regulations by storing unencrypted information, a new report has revealed.
Children's DNA records 'must be deleted'
30/07/2008 10:16:25
The DNA records of 50,000 children stored on a national database cannot be justified, according to the Human Genetics Commission.
College student accused of ID theft and changing grades
29/07/2008 10:07:40
A 19-year-old Florida student could be sent to jail after stealing his tutor's identity to change his grades and eavesdropping on telephone calls.
