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Recent international incidents have heightened the importance of information technology security. But increased security doesn't have to be at the expense of end user's privacy, argues an Australian CIO.
Although IT security policies are an important part of an enterprise's defence arsenal, security needs to be more than just a document. ZDNet Australia looks at some tips for educating users.
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The CIO of San Francisco International Airport talks to ZDNet about protecting the airport's network and providing new services such as passenger WiFi.
Suncorp CIO Jeff Smith talks about what proportion of his IT budget he spends on security solution.
Government CIOs from the Australian Tax Office, Customs, Defence and Centrelink, talk security.
Australian government CIOs from Customs, Defence, the ATO and Centrelink talk security. This video contains the highlights followed by individual interviews with the CIOs.
Australian Tax Office (ATO) CIO Bill GIbson talks security.
Department of Defence CIO Greg Farr talks security.
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