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• 2007: How was it for security?

  Security researchers worked overtime in 2007, which turned out to be a nightmare for software vendors from day one.

• The Netscaping of Symantec and McAfee

  Vendors Symantec and McAfee have looked into the future and don't want to become the next Netscapes.

• Superguide: the death of 'trusted' Web sites?

  The explosion in drive-by download attacks continues to grow. How has the situation got so dangerous? Are there any "trusted" Web sites left?

• OS makers: Security is job No. 1

  New generation of software focuses as much on security as on glitzy features, as consumers get frustrated by viruses and fraud threats.

• SMB Series: Secure your perimeter

  This guide is aimed at helping small and medium businesses stay safe.

• Photo gallery: Inside IE 7 (XP SP2 beta 2)

  In the just-released Beta 2 version of Internet Explorer 7, Microsoft mirrors the look and feel of other browsers while adding a few unique features.

• Firefox: Legitimate alternative to IE

  Mozilla is making a strong comeback bid with the advent of its Firefox browser. See how Firefox can provide security and functionality advantages over Internet Explorer.

• SP2's new firewall: Not good enough

  Microsoft's new firewall offering, included in Windows XP Service Pack 2, has a long way to go to match established products from Zone Labs and other players. Additional reading: XP SP2: The good, bad and ugly

• The man behind Cisco's security

  Financially motivated cyberattacks are on the rise, says Cisco Systems CSO John Stewart.

• 10 ways to avoid being the victim of identity theft

  Identity theft is on the increase, to the tune of 10 million victims in the U.S. and $50 billion in costs. Share this list of preventive measures with your end users, friends, and family members to help protect them from this escalating crime.

• 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

• Microsoft improves Windows XP SP2 security

  Windows XP Service Pack 2 introduces significant changes to the Internet Connection Firewall and to handling buffer overruns. See how these changes could improve the default XP security configuration.

• Take back control after IE is hijacked

  When faced with an Internet Explorer "hijacking", what should users do? This article examines the steps required to remove malicious code and regain control of your IE browser.

• ISPs versus the zombies

  If providers don't pitch in against the threat, customers might defect -- and the health of the Net itself could suffer.

• Mozilla burns to prove Firefox worthy

  After eight months of rapid growth, Firefox approaches its 1.0 release with new challenges in converting IE users. Additional reading: IE is evolving, but is it enough?

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