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    For more than 30 years, HAL fans have wondered whether we'd achieve true artificial intelligence (AI) by 2001. Of course, many AI components remain purely science fiction. But take a closer look, and you'll find many HAL-inspired technologies going mainstream next year.

  • Australian businesses eye low-cost security

    Iris scanning looks set to reach the masses with a low-cost biometric system recently introduced to the Australian market attempting to change the way businesses view the often expensive issue of IT system security.

  • Technologies combine for better security

    A company has combined two powerful identification technologies, in theory increasing the confidentiality of information stored online while simultaneously making it easier to get to.

  • Smartcards: the cheap, flexible cyber-ID

    Smartcards are becoming an increasingly cost-effective and versatile tool for identity verification and access control to corporate network systems.

  • Labor promise: 'We won't bring in new Access Card'

    The Department of Human Services has denied the Federal Labor government is investigating the introduction of a nationwide ID card scheme similar to the previous government's Access Card.

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  • Assessing e-info vulnerabilities

    Getting a grip on good security means getting honest, comprehensive answers from your IT staff. These five questions will help you determine your true security level.

  • Practical nanotechnology

    Nanotechnology is constantly finding itself in the headlines. But are microscopic machines an inevitable part of our future, or just another hype-heavy get-rich-quick ruse?

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  • Practical nanotechnology

    Nanotechnology is constantly finding itself in the headlines. But are microscopic machines an inevitable part of our future, or just another hype-heavy get-rich-quick ruse?

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