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• Security experts see nastier worms

  Computer worms are likely to become a more damaging combination of virus writing and hacker exploits, according to security experts.

• Viruses: Is the worst yet to come?

  Although the threat of computer viruses has been a latent concern for well over a decade, experts have warned that a massive viral outbreak has the potential to seriously compromise the very backbone of the Internet. ZDNet Australia takes a look at the viruses of 2001, and the threats for the future.

• Is Microsoft liable for Nimda?

  Nimda, Code Red, Love Bug, Melissa--every major virus or worm targets security holes in Microsoft products. Billions are lost as a result. Will lawyers hold Microsoft accountable?

• Squashing the next worm

  Another virus, another epidemic. What will it take for the public to patch?

• Assessing the threat: Symantec's 2003 security report

  The latest in Symantec's annual threat assessments seems to suggest that we are more vulnerable, but better protected than we have ever been.

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• Viruses: Is the worst yet to come?

  Although the threat of computer viruses has been a latent concern for well over a decade, experts have warned that a massive viral outbreak has the potential to seriously compromise the very backbone of the Internet. ZDNet Australia takes a look at the viruses of 2001, and the threats for the future.

• Squashing the next worm

  Another virus, another epidemic. What will it take for the public to patch?

• Who are these virus writers?

  commentary Who takes the time and effort to pull off malicious stunts, like viruses, malware, worms, Trojans, or any other deliberately damaging actions? And why?

• Assessing the threat: Symantec's 2003 security report

  The latest in Symantec's annual threat assessments seems to suggest that we are more vulnerable, but better protected than we have ever been.

• The Year Ahead: The future of viruses

  In 2002, users and companies got a respite from the disruptive viruses of 2001. But a more sophisticated generation of worms is on the way.

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• Nimda hits both Windows and Web systems alike

  A fast-spreading worm is challenging both network administrators and home users worldwide. Find out how to prevent and remove this new worm.

• Ban Outlook--now

  Steven Vaughan-Nichols says the easiest way to combat Outlook worms is by getting rid of the program. But for IT managers whose users are addicted to Outlook, here's how you can sidestep those security holes.

• The Year Ahead: The future of viruses

  In 2002, users and companies got a respite from the disruptive viruses of 2001. But a more sophisticated generation of worms is on the way.

• Swap Web servers, avoid IIS security weaknesses

  Vulnerabilities in Microsoft's Internet Information Services are causing firms to consider moving to other Web servers. Take a look at these transition strategies.

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