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  • UK hacking challenge backfires

    A team of computer hackers has captured 35,000 (AU$99,000) for hacking into a computer system just 24-hours after the competition began.

  • Putting fun back into hacking

    At Defcon, the annual capture-the-flag tournament captivates players and spectators with a new back story, snazzy graphics and a tougher scoring system.

  • Hackers are hitting harder

    The exploits of hackers who merely spread viruses and took down servers was getting stale. Vandalism is a low form of antisocial behaviour. Eavesdropping and theft of secrets are of a higher order. Welcome to the new age of hacking: the for-profit era.

  • Digital sleuthing uncovers hacking costs

    A contest of digital-sleuthing skills underscores the cost of cleaning up after a hacker attack.

  • Training the cyberwar troops

    Military cadets attempt to defend computer networks in cyberwar games staged to mimic attacks by foreign intruders. What security lessons are there to learn at the anti-hacking boot camp?

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  • Telstra Mobile Loop

    Telstra recently launched its 'Mobile Loop' service, a higher speed mobile data transfer service that runs at speeds up to 144 Kbps, nudging it into the lower end of 3G networks. We've got our hands on a phone, and taken a quick look at what you'll get for your money.

  • Security Visionary: 'Clipper chick' chats about encryption

    Despite her unpopular stance on encryption, Dorothy Denning's dedication to security has earned her respect. What does she think is in store for security?

  • Top Games of the Year

    Close that spreadsheet and break out the joystick -- it's time for some fun. From action/adventure games to space-combat sims, this has been a banner year for 3D games.

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