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• Net attacks are on the rise...now what?

  No, you're not paranoid. The number of attacks on Internet-connected networks is increasing, with no sign of letting up. Here's what you can do to stay in the clear.

• Inside track into computer security

  A former cybercrime prosecutor, Scott Charney has overseen dozens of investigations and prosecutions involving hackers, economic espionage, and organised crime. When it comes to computer security, he's a realist.

• Security Special: On the defensive

  Network security: The week in review. Wireless networks face a new threat, next-generation worms will be faster and stealthier, hackers and security experts cross paths in Vegas.

• Honeynet Project sweetens hacker bait

  The Honeynet Project has unveiled its plans for improving "honeynets," collections of computers designed to let hackers break into a false network while allowing investigators to watch their every move.

• Special Report: Cybercrime Down Under Part 2

  What's a hacker, and are they the same as a cracker? What threat are these types of people to business in Australia? Are they the key to cyber criminal activity or could they be the first line of defence for your organisation? Discover what makes a hacker and what makes them want to hack in the second half of our special report on Cybercrime Down Under.

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• Managing security: Building a defence

  Reducing the threat of viruses to a corporate network is no longer a simple task. But how do you manage the multiple layers necessary, and keep them up to date?

• PestPatrol: Detect and remove hacker tools

  Many apps, especially P2P and IM software, install programs in the background that can jeopardise security. Use PestPatrol to detect and remove them.

• Former employees: A security menace?

  When employees leave the business, they often take with them the firm's most precious assets -- the mission critical data that runs the business -- from customer account data to sales and inventory data, to confidential business intelligence.

• Computer forensics tips

  Cybercrime is becoming a huge concern and computer forensics a growing science. IT managers should understand what their roles might be in a computer investigation.

• Smurf attacks - don't be a victim

  Smurf attacks can be devastating, both to the victim network and to the network(s) used to amplify the attack. How are these attacks launched and how can you protect your network.

Reviews (21)

• Why you must install a firewall -- now

  Commentary: Anti-virus software won't protect you from the latest type of worm affecting Windows systems -- you need a personal firewall.

• How effective is endpoint security?

  Antivirus software manufacturers all claim to protect us against threats, but how well do they actually perform? We put six popular business internet security packages to the test.

• Wireless crackdown

  The spread of convenient wireless LANs has delighted hackers, who find many WLANs vulnerable. Managing and securing a wireless network is therefore vital, but rarely done well. ZDNet Australia compares the offerings from AirDefense and AirMagnet.

• ZoneAlarm Internet Security 6.0

  ZoneAlarm Security Suite puts Norton and McAfee to shame with its easy-to-use triple-layer firewall, antivirus, antispam and now antispyware features.

• Reviews News: The home of small business software

  Plenty of business applications from small developers this week, and if you're a mobile communications company, or just geographically dispersed and do a lot of travel, we've got something you need, baby.

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