Information technology and communications (ICT) suppliers will largely be freed from the dangers of uncapped legal liability in federal government contracts under moves by Canberra to reform its procurement practices.
The South Australian government's ICT procurement policy of demanding uncapped liability for government contracts effectively forces firms to lie in their tenders, according to the Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA).
As the epidemic of virus and spam continues, security professionals may need legal protection from losses caused by security breaches, according to legal experts
The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) has told ZDNet Australia recent increases in public indemnity and public liability insurance in the IT industry can be attributed largely to the collapse of insurance giant HIH.
Security expert Bruce Schneier argues that constant vigilance, not technology, is the best defence against computer break-ins.
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Security expert Bruce Schneier argues that constant vigilance, not technology, is the best defence against computer break-ins.
Cheap shot or brilliant tactical move? Whichever the case, one can't help but question the timing of the SCO Group's latest legal wrangle.
Enterprises may be aware of the legal changes which have modified torts law and imposed caps on payouts for seemingly outrageous claims against doctors and other professionals. But do IT pros realise that they too could be in the firing line?
Commentary: What is the true value of those disclaimers added to the end of outgoing e-mails?
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Security expert Bruce Schneier argues that constant vigilance, not technology, is the best defence against computer break-ins.
Company officials say the new Nocona processor won't be in desktops anytime soon.
Howard Schmidt is convinced that post-Sept. 11, cybersecurity will transform the information technology world--for better or for worse. Do you agree?
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