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News (6)

• Microsoft plugs XP security hole

  First comes news that Windows XP is extremely vulnerable to hackers. Then questions of how long Microsoft knew before taking action. But what can you do now to protect your business?

• Should you set your sights on Windows XP?

  Microsoft's Windows XP has received a fair amount of hype in the lead up to its release-Matt Lake and Josh Mehlman assess its usefulness for businesses.

• Exorcise your Office XP demons

  Office may be the best-selling office suite on the planet, but that doesn't mean it's the best-performing suite.

• Microsoft reveals Web server hole

  Microsoft says a "serious vulnerability" in its flagship Web server software, used by computers running more than 6 million sites, could allow hackers and online vandals to take control of computers.

• How ethical hacking saved the day

  What should you do if your hacked servers are being used for illegal purposes? Read this case study to find out.

Features and Case Studies (12)

• The enemy within: firewalls and backdoors

  Can your multiple-lines of defence truly protect your network from modern methods of intrusion when you've left the key under the mat?

• 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.

• Securing the air for wireless

  As wireless networks become ubiquitous extensions of wired networks, the threat of intruders becomes more pervasive. Organisations need to look beyond local access points and think globally to secure the air across the entire enterprise.

• Exorcise your Office XP demons

  Office may be the best-selling office suite on the planet, but that doesn't mean it's the best-performing suite.

• Firewall FAQ

  Here are 15 frequently asked questions regarding firewalls. We've also provided some additional resources for your research. Additional reading: IPv6 gets security warning

Reviews (14)

• ZoneAlarm Pro 4.5

  ZoneAlarm Pro 4.5 is a great firewall for security rookies, but you'll still need a separate antivirus program.

• McAfee VirusScan 7.0: Clean up your act

  McAfee VirusScan 7.0 is a top-notch virus slayer for first-time users, but unless you use Outlook Express or Eudora, VirusScan 6.0 users won't need to upgrade.

• Meet the dark side of Windows XP

  While I really like Microsoft's new operating system, there are still some issues that may make it impossible for you to upgrade. And other issues may make you want to skip XP entirely. Here are a dozen potential roadblocks to consider--don't upgrade before you read this!

• 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.

• AVG Internet Security 8.0

  AVG Internet Security 8.0 provides strong protection against malicious Web sites, but its full-system scans sometimes tax system resources and produce false positives.

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