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IT managers, beware: US-CERT study faults app security more than Linux
Open source experts explain why CERT's damning report on Linux security is wrong. Then, they read between the lines and see that application security is in trouble. Article | 10 Jan 2006
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Masked malware, VM and Linux attacks coming in 2006
IT pros beware! 2006 will bring cloaked malware attacks, the demise of black-list security, a barrage of application attacks and more hacks of Linux and open source software, says security expert Dennis Moreau. He predicts the top IT security threats... Article | 04 Jan 2006
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Fix-it advice for Linux crashes
Troubleshooting expert Steve Best describes the best ways to handle and prevent Linux crashes. Article | 01 Dec 2005
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Panic time: Handling those rare Linux crashes
Though you might not believe it, Linux systems can and do crash. But there are some steps you can take to ensure that this doesn't happen. Article | 17 Nov 2005
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The case for Konqueror over IE and Windows file managers
The author of the new book Test Driving Linux: From Windows to Linux in 60 Seconds explains how open source conqueror compares to Internet Explorer and Firefox. Article | 20 Oct 2005
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Linux picks up steam in public sector
A partnership between Red Hat, IBM and Trusted Computer Solutions Inc. should give Linux a push forward with government users. Article | 28 Sep 2005
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Quelling laptop PCs' negative impact on networks
Portable computers often become an extension of the person using them. It is no surprise that laptop users are inclined to be rather autonomously minded. Many users don't realize that the power they have to install software and change settings is ris... Column | 15 Sep 2005
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Dos and don'ts: Ensuring apps security from the get-go
Closing the gap between developers and users is the first step toward making sure applications are secure. Article | 24 Aug 2005
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Comparing security on Windows and Linux
Is Linux really more secure than Windows? Linux book author Peter Harrison believes the answer is largely a matter of perspective. Article | 30 Jun 2005
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Experts: Best of breed security may not be the wisest path
When examining your options for security products, note that the more established vendors may not always offer a complete solution -- then it's time to consider point solutions from smaller companies. Article | 09 Jun 2005