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    Security researchers have warned of an underlying security issue concerning the Border Gateway Protocol, the core internet routing protocol.

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    UK ISPs are adopting a code of practice that will enable them to shut down e-commerce sites found to have sent spam, regardless of how and from where the spam was sent.

  • Alliance turns up heat on spam

    A coalition of top Internet service providers on Tuesday advocated a set of technical guidelines designed to stem the tide of spam.

  • Outlook's security compromised by spammers

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    Microsoft Exchange might be the most popular mail server but is it the best? We test the alternatives.

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    Sender Policy Framework (SPF) isn't a miracle weapon but if combined with other techniques it could well turn the tide in the war against unsolicited mail.

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    Administrators of e-mail systems based on Microsoft's Exchange might have spammers using their servers to send unsolicited bulk e-mail under their noses, a consultant warns.

  • Know your resources in the war against spam

    If you've made the decision to filter your organisation's incoming e-mail, your next step is to determine exactly how. This rundown of spam control methodologies can help you in your decision on which path to take.

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  • Seven mail servers tested

    Microsoft Exchange might be the most popular mail server but is it the best? We test the alternatives.

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    Viruses like MyDoom spread more quickly than warm butter on toast. Why?

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    I've come to the conclusion that all of the world's spam problems can be blamed on one tricolour feline. Well, that's not strictly true, but spam would be much easier to deal with if it was.

  • Stop spam at the server: 5 packages tested

    Spam drives users crazy, makes life difficult for mail administrators, and drives up costs. We evaluate five packages that aim to ease the burden on your mail servers.

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