Reminiscent of the "good" Nachi worm unleashed in 2003, Microsoft researchers have touted the idea of "friendly worms" to issue software patches, which has been labelled "stupid" by security experts.
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Internet security experts are gathering at a secretive conference later this week to strategise in their fight against cybercriminals.
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Microsoft launched its Windows Live OneCare antivirus package in the US earlier this year and instantly grabbed 15 percent of the market; although this may be good in terms of short term revenue, it could completely wreck everything the software giant has invested in improving its reputation for security.
I found out last week that although Windows Vista will have a snazzy new firewall, by default it will be set to block only incoming traffic -- unless you decide to pay Microsoft an extra US$50 a year...
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Windows Vista seems to be better at fighting off virus infections then XP but the NSW Department of Education and Training (DET) will delay an upgrade unless licensing costs are reduced.
Windows Server 2008 is easier to install and manage than previous versions, and has many new and improved features that should encourage organisations to upgrade.
Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 makes prettier presentations, so an upgrade may be in order if your work is particularly image-focused and you don't mind relearning the application. If PowerPoint 2003 serves you well, however, it offers most of the same features, albeit with flatter-looking graphics.
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Commentary: Anti-virus software won't protect you from the latest type of worm affecting Windows systems -- you need a personal firewall.
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