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    > Business Profile: DiVitas is making business phones easier  Oct 1, 2009
    Vicki Thompson CEO Vivek Khuller said DiVitas; software not only gives workers a single number for their desk and mobile phone, it also helps prevent dropped calls and adds social networking tools behind the corporate firewall. Related News. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)

    Guide to Online Security  Oct 1, 2009
    A personal firewall is a program that filters traffic to or from a single computer. Many operating systems (such as Microsoft Windows XP and Mac OS X) include firewall protection ... A computer firewall gets its name from the fireproof wall in buildings that acts as a barrier to prevent the spread of fire. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)

    Microsoft’s free antivirus program changes game  Oct 1, 2009
    com: Simple user interface; fast detection of malware in real time; doesn't interfere with other activities on computer; no antispam, identity theft, wireless networking, or firewall protection ... 95 computer protection suite that included identity theft protection, a firewall program, and a file backup utility along with the malware detector. (Boston Globe)

    Microsoft launches free security  Sep 30, 2009
    He said alongside the software, people still needed to run a firewall and keep their browser and operating system up to date with the latest patches and fixes. The only restriction on use is that it has to be installed on a "genuine" Windows PC - one whose copy of its operating system has been verified by Microsoft. (BBC News -- Americas)

    Wrestling with computers: Secure your business computers  Sep 30, 2009
    So, what you need is a traffic cop known as a firewall. Many of the new antivirus software suites come with firewalls. (Kingston Mariner, MA)

    Don't click on that!  Sep 30, 2009
    Will your privacy be compromised online. Will your privacy be compromised online. (CNN -- US)

    PCI Survey Finds Some Merchants Don't Use Antivirus Software  Sep 25, 2009
    Around 10 percent of the respondents who said they were PCI DSS compliant said they weren't using basic security software such as antivirus, firewalls and SSL (Secure Sockets Layers), Shulman said. PCI doesn't prescribe the use of specific software products but instead promotes practices and general advice, such as using a firewall and antivirus. (Yahoo News -- Technology)

    Network Intrusion Detection & Preve...  Sep 24, 2009
    To block the connection, a NIPS is often deployed in an "inline configuration" together with a firewall. Snort links up with the iptables firewall to work as a NIPS. ... A NIDS can be deployed at or near an Internet firewall to detect threats from the Internet. (Suite101.com)

    Stratos and Blue Ocean Wireless Join Forces to Offer GSM Service Via FleetBroadband Terminals  Sep 23, 2009
    These services, including Stratos Dashboard, provide users with cost and traffic control, high-usage metering, firewall management, data optimization, real-time traffic overviews, instant remote provisioning, high security options, easy VPN access, messaging services and a full IP range. In addition to offering The Stratos Advantage, Stratos works with application partners to deliver broadband business solutions in key maritime business areas. (PR Newswire)

    Norton Internet Security 2010: 'Reputation Tech'  Sep 22, 2009
    In addition to the new reputation-based intelligence, Norton 2010 will continue to provide a firewall, intrusion protection, Web protection and e-mail protection and integrates with all browsers and search engines to alert users of potentially malicious Web sites. Article courtesy of. (eSecurityPlanet)

    Firefox use reaches critical mass; Skype reigns in IM  Sep 22, 2009
    network's that traditional Net metrics reports are often skewed in favor of consumer usage patterns, and that despite Firefox's (and to a lesser degree, Chrome's) success on the public side of the World Wide Web, Internet Explorer remains strong inside the corporate firewall, where many in-house applications still require it. Skype knocks off MSN MessengerAnother interesting story coming out of the exo. (Yahoo News -- Technology)

    Host-based Intrusion Prevention Sys...  Sep 22, 2009
    Examples of HIPS (or firewalls and antivirus software that also contain a HIPS) include IBM Proventia, McAfee, VMware (Determina), System Safety Monitor, Dynamic Security Agent, Comodo and CyberwallPLUS ... A network firewall can be configured by creating rules that block or allow certain types of network traffic to or from specific IP addresses ... A HIPS is like a super firewall, not just for network access, but also for other requests made by an application program to the operating system... (Suite101.com)

    Article: Gearing Up for Windows 7  Sep 22, 2009
    Other features upping the security equation on Windows 7 are AppLocker, which allows administrators to control the software allowed to run on PCs through centrally managed but flexible Group Policies; and Windows Filtering Platform with improved APIs for configuring the firewall in third-party applications. While some of these features are available in Vista, it's vital that channel partners be able to articulate the significant improvements Microsoft has introduced in Windows 7. (IntranetJournal)

    Fitch Upgrades New Orleans Audubon Park Commission, LA's GO Rating to 'BBB'  Sep 19, 2009
    Fitch's code of conduct, confidentiality, conflicts of interest, affiliate firewall, compliance and other relevant policies and procedures are also available from the 'Code of Conduct' section of this site. Contact. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    TechTalk: How can you insure your company web browsing remains safe?  Sep 18, 2009
    A robust hardware firewall appliance that will inspect traffic coming in and leaving your network is a must ... Centrally managed software firewalls on individual computers are very helpful and should be a standard these days. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Cisco Small Business Networking: Powered By Linux  Sep 17, 2009
    The SA 500-series routers provide the usual UTM combination of features including firewall, VPN, antispam, URL filtering and antivirus capabilities. The new routers are not intended to compete against Cisco's enterprise class routers and are being specifically geared for the need of small-business users with less complexity and easier setup. (SmallBusinessComputing)

    How to Choose an Information Techno...  Sep 16, 2009
    Although some organizations have a separate position for a security administrator, the system administrator would, none the less, have an in depth knowledge of firewalls and computer security ... He would implement and be responsible for the firewall and the maintenance thereof. (Suite101.com)

    Ten sure-fire ways to derail your career in IT  Sep 15, 2009
    Accept zero responsibility for security and compliance inside the firewall. Access controls, system hardening and network monitoring are way overrated. (SearchWindows2000.com)

    Hot List Article: Intel Delivers Security and Manageability for Business PCs  Sep 15, 2009
    They also can't securely manage or protect a notebook or desktop PC in certain types of remote locations, such as over an open wired LAN outside the corporate firewall ... Using a secure tunnel for communications, technicians can remotely maintain, update, and repair both notebook and desktop PCs outside the corporate firewall, on an open wired LAN, or at sites that don't have a proxy server. (IntranetJournal)

    Fidelity Bank introduces electronic banking  Sep 15, 2009
    Further, the Fidelity internet banking computer system is protected 24 hours a day by powerful firewall software that blocks unauthorized entry. With the SMS banking, only the cell phone number that customers use to access the Fidelity Virtual Service will be recognized for all future SMS banking requests. (Ghana Web, Ghana)

    Big employer may be watching  Sep 14, 2009
    This is not a firewall where you might have unknown hackers that might attack you ... At least you could tell a judge, we have those policies in place content filter, firewall, said Watt. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)

    Back-to-school tips to keep your family safe online  Sep 12, 2009
    Anti-virus and anti-spyware software as well as a two-way firewall will protect you from inadvertently accepting unwanted files attached to e-mails. The security software scans all communications into your computer, while a firewall protects both the inbound and outbound connection to your computer ... A firewall is crucial if you have a broadband or DSL connection that leaves your computer connected to the Internet 24 hours a day. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)

    6 85 Cloud Computing Vendors Shaping the Emerging Cloud  Sep 12, 2009
    The monitoring, the firewall issues, the rent vs. buy debates, the many snafus of remote software. Instead, think about how the cloud upsets the status quo. (Datamation)

    Microsoft Steps Up the War on Hackers  Sep 12, 2009
    The for-pay offerings include firewalls, anti-phishing defenses, parental controls, and in some cases data backup services ... While the firewalls included in the paid products offer much more detailed control than the built-in Windows firewall that Security Essentials relies on, the overwhelming majority of users never touch these settings. (BusinessWeek)

    Critical Patch Tuesday Misses Serious Hole in FTP  Sep 11, 2009
    Until a patch is available, Microsoft recommends users disable SMB 2 by editing the Windows Registry or blocking TCP ports 139 and 445 at the firewall. However, this workaround disables the browser and several other applications. (Yahoo News -- Technology)

    SonicWALL Helps Hollywood Promoter Launch Campaigns  Sep 11, 2009
    "I get my firewall, routing, and the security of both deep packet inspection and virus scanning. It's a fantastic one-stop solution." ... "We pretty much lock everything down with our NSA 3500 firewall, both inbound and outbound," said Miranda ... "The NSA 3500 let us easily create address groups for each division, then set firewall rules for their specific access requirements, and add objects as needed.". (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Race is On to Patch Critical Windows Flaw  Sep 11, 2009
    Another solution is to ensure that TCP ports 139 and 445 are blocked at the network firewall. This solution will prevent SMB traffic from external sources while still allowing the vulnerable systems to access network resources internally. (Yahoo News -- Technology)

    Trojan Attacks Skype on Windows  Sep 10, 2009
    On infected systems, it attempts to bypass certain firewall processes, potentially opening up a limited back door that would allow the attacker to send the recorded calls to a predetermined location, download an updated version of the Trojan, and delete the Trojan from the compromised computer, according to Symantec. While the Trojan appeared to initially target Skype calls, Symantec's Intel Security Team said that this attack could work against any popular VoIP application. (eSecurityPlanet)

    Microsoft Patches Critical MP3 Flaw  Sep 9, 2009
    A firewall will mitigate the risk by blocking TCP/IP packets from unknown Internet sources. The bulletin is critical for Windows Vista and Server 2008 systems, which could be taken over by a successful attack. (Yahoo News -- Technology)

    Comcast Fires Up 100-Mbps Business Tier  Sep 9, 2009
    Also included is McAfee Security Suite software with antivirus, spyware and firewall protection for 25 PCs. More Content. (Multichannel News)

    Going for freeware? Think again, says Symantec  Sep 9, 2009
    These kind of programs only provide one type of protection such as antivirus or firewall, which is inadequate to combat todays threats, he claimed. For the average consumer, they feel protected as long as there is antivirus program installed in their computers. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)

    Uncovering the Insider Security Threat  Sep 5, 2009
    "Their infected machine could be sitting behind the firewall the next day.". Employees are even increasingly at risk when visiting legitimate sites. (eSecurityPlanet)

    Sorry state: ALP closes federal door  Sep 4, 2009
    THE NSW branch of the ALP will today build a firewall between the Federal Government and its disgraced state counterpart by passing a resolution banning any state MP from seeking preselection for a federal seat. The resolution is set to be carried at a meeting of the NSW Labor Administrative Committee and comes a day after revelations in the Herald that anxiety was growing in federal Labor about the impact the politically poisoned State Governnment could have on marginal federal seats in NSW.. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    China creates an Internet albatross  Sep 4, 2009
    Beijing's Green Dam pre-installation censorship software is also being forced on unwilling foreign manufacturers of personal computers as a cog in the Chinese state's Internet defensive mechanism, which has been dubbed the "Great Firewall". But free-spirited Chinese netizens are fighting back against the state's manipulation of the web. (Asia Times Online)

    How a corporate Twitter policy can combat social network threats  Sep 4, 2009
    Firewall rules should also control who has access and at what times, as dictated by the corporate Twitter policy. Consider the use of network access control (NAC) to vet systems before they are allowed onto the corporate network. (Search Security, MA)

    David Pensak Speaks At Conrad Foundation's Science of Innovation Webinar  Sep 2, 2009
    A critical force in research at the DuPont Institute for 30 years, Dr. Pensak also founded Raptor Systems (now part of Symantec), the computer security company that developed and brought to market the first commercially successful Internet firewall and Authentica (now par to EMC). He has 38 patents and applications being prepared in fields ranging from agricultural chemistry to solid state physics and business-process modeling. (NASA Watch)

    An Unconstitutional Internet Power Grab  Sep 2, 2009
    " Many companies and organizations are connected through multiple network channels, using independent physical network paths and independent network service providers. This precisely is to avoid any problems with a single network cable to the outside, or a single provider's network. The providers themselves, from your cable company to big players like Sprint or ATerconnect to themselves and each other at hundreds or thousands of places. Above that they connect with networking companies outside... (CBS News -- Opinion)

    Savvis Previews Project Spirit - Next-Generation Cloud Infrastructure Platform Powering Virtual Private Data Centers for the Enterprise  Sep 1, 2009
    Enhanced security - The new cloud platform will deliver enterprise-grade cloud services that offer security practices previously used only in dedicated IT environments such as firewalling, file integrity monitoring and intrusion detection/prevention services ... The provides a new generation of virtualized data center networking, helping enable virtual machines and network connectivity to be seamlessly linked and moved at the touch of a button while the VMware VMsafe API, included in VMware... (PR Newswire)

    Verizon Business Expands Cloud Computing Capabilities in Europe  Sep 1, 2009
    These include secure connections to customer-provisioned resources, as well as a multi-tiered network with a virtual firewall, and an audit trail for all changes. Customers can also opt for a third tier of optional, add-on security services including identity and access management, host intrusion detection, application vulnerability assessment, network application assessment, and professional security services. (PR Newswire)

    Modevity Relies on Verizon Business for Cloud Computing  Sep 1, 2009
    Verizon Business is providing Modevity with a comprehensive cloud-computing environment, supplying server hardware, bandwidth, load balancing, firewall network security, backup and managed services to support the Modevity ARALOC(TM) Content Rights Management hosted solution. A customer-facing, Web-based solution, ARALOC protects confidential, proprietary content from unauthorized viewing and misuse. (PR Newswire)

    Whos watching?  Aug 30, 2009
    Popups are notorious for causing downloads that bypass a firewall, a security measure that stops the malicious software from downloading onto a computer. Some popups trick people into allowing the software by making all the buttons in the frame including the red x or close button initiate the download. (Gillette News-Record, WY)

    FBI investigating laptops sent to US governors  Aug 28, 2009
    With users now more reluctant to install suspicious software or open attachments on their networks, scammers appear to be looking for new ways to get inside the firewall. Criminals have tried to put malware on USB devices and then left them outside company offices, hoping someone would plug them into a computer and inadvertently install malicious software on the network. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)

    KDE's Expanded Desktop vs. Online Apps  Aug 26, 2009
    You might make a rash choice about what application to let in past your firewall or SELinux, but you do not need to take anything on trust. You or your system administrator can know exactly what privacy and security measures are being taken, and when. (Datamation)

    12 Words You Can Never Say in the Office  Aug 25, 2009
    It was also used to describe an internal Web site that was hosted behind a firewall and was accessible only to employees. Today, every private network runs IP. So you can just use the term virtual private network or VPN to describe a private IP-based network. (BusinessWeek)

    Click here to view  Aug 25, 2009
    You could, for instance, use software built into the operating system such as a firewall, update the OS regularly, invest in a good security suite and password protect your devices ... A firewall is one such program and Microsoft has included one since Windows XP. ... The firewall stands guard between your PC and the Internet as it controls the data traffic that goes in and out of the computer. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)

    Scammers try to plant spyware in your computer  Aug 25, 2009
    Cyber security tips from the FBI include updating anti-virus software, installing a firewall, using strong passwords, and practicing good e-mail and Web security practices. Blue Coat makes a free program that identifies the type of e-mail you receive to ensure that you don t open one of the dangerous Web sites. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)

    What's the Point?  Aug 22, 2009
    My single slide was a cartoon picture of a sandwich, the top bread being the firewall systems that the world sees, the interesting filling bit kept secret and the bottom layer of bread protecting the filler from the corporate users. This got more questions at the end of the full presentation than any of the highly detailed slides with machine names and IP addresses in 4px. (BBC News -- UK)

    TALKING CARS: Bang, squeak, whir!  Aug 22, 2009
    At 13,000 miles it developed a banging sound and vibration that seems to coming from the firewall console area. This happens whether the car is in park , drive or reverse. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)

    A SWAT team for enterprise app woes  Aug 20, 2009
    The end user may blame the application itself, but the fault could also be on the network, say with a router or the firewall. Neither system administrators nor application management personnel have the complete view of the system needed to diagnose the problem. (FCW.com)

    7Three Indicted in Largest Corporate Identity Theft Case in History»  Aug 19, 2009
    According to the Justice Department, the suspects used a sophisticated hacking technique called an "SQL injection attack," which "seeks to exploit computer networks by finding a way around the network's firewall to steal credit card and debit information.". According to the two-count indictment alleging conspiracy and conspiracy to engage in wire-fraud, beginning in October 2006, Gonzalez and the others would seek out Fortune 500 companies and attempt to identify potential vulnerabilities in... (Fox News)

    Master Hacker Albert Gonzalez  Aug 19, 2009
    After his arrest, he began working with Secret Service agents on something called "Operation Firewall," in which Gonzalez operating under the handle "CumbaJohny" convinced Shadowcrew members to join his virtual private network (VPN) that was secretly monitored by federal agents. In October 2004, 28 hackers were arrested through the operation, although federal agents claim Gonzalez tipped off some of the suspects, helping them to sidestep authorities. (Time.com)

    Guide to Online Security  Aug 19, 2009
    A personal firewall is a program that filters traffic to or from a single computer. Many operating systems (such as Microsoft Windows XP and Mac OS X) include firewall protection ... A computer firewall gets its name from the fireproof wall in buildings that acts as a barrier to prevent the spread of fire. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)

    Alleged International Hacker Indicted for Massive Attack on U.S. Retail and Banking Networks  Aug 18, 2009
    In a two-count indictment alleging conspiracy and conspiracy to engage in wire fraud, Gonzalez, AKA "segvec," "soupnazi" and "j4guar17," is charged, along with two unnamed co-conspirators, with using a sophisticated hacking technique called an "SQL injection attack," which seeks to exploit computer networks by finding a way around the network's firewall to steal credit and debit card information. Among the corporate victims named in the indictment are Heartland Payment Systems, a New... (PR Newswire)

    International hacker indicted again  Aug 18, 2009
    Gonzalez, also know as "segvec," "soupnazi" and "j4guar17," is charged with using a sophisticated hacking technique called an "SQL injection attack," which seeks to exploit computer networks by finding a way around the network s firewall to steal credit and debit card information. Among the corporate victims named in the indictment are , a New Jersey-based card payment processor; , a Texas-based nationwide convenience store chain; and , a Maine-based supermarket chain. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)

    Twitter Security Holes: Red Flag for IT  Aug 18, 2009
    Because the control messages come from a trusted site, this sort of traffic could pierce the enterprise security firewall, the firm warned. "This appears as legitimate traffic to a legitimate Web site. It is conceivable that this traffic could evade enterprise-level security," Jose Nazario, a senior security researcher with Arbor Networks, told InternetNews. (Datamation)

    Army Knowledge Online users get secure mobile messaging  Aug 18, 2009
    Goods server is deployed behind the users enterprise firewall and connects to Goods network operations center, Herrema said. As a result, security administrators do not have to open up new ports to let in inbound traffic, he said. (FCW.com)

    Read Chris Wallace's interview  Aug 17, 2009
    WALLACE: Senator Conrad, let's try to clear this up, because if you've got a public plan, or if you've got a private plan but people are getting public subsidies to pay for that plan, can you really say there's a firewall. If people end up getting an abortion through a public plan or through a private payment of their premium, part of their premium, to a private plan, doesn't that end up kind of blurring the lines on this question of taxpayer-funded abortions. (Fox News)

    USM unveils technology and data center  Aug 15, 2009
    Among the major improvements to the center are state-of-the-art security measures which include security monitoring system with multiple indoor and outdoor cameras; under-floor leak detection system; waterless fire protection system; proximity and biometric access; and firewall protection of all connections entering and exiting the Data Center. lect> Add your comment (max {maxchars} characters) You must be logged in to leave a comment. (The Clarion-Ledger)

    U. of Ill. president orders admissions changes  Aug 13, 2009
    The reforms include building a so-called firewall around the admissions process, one that bars high-level university officials from admissions; setting up a procedure for handling inquiries from lawmakers or anyone else inquiring about student applications; and creating an admissions code of conduct. "If I were to write a one-sentence code, it would be this: Everyone above the dean level and everyone whose jobs does not involve direct responsibility for admissions will stay out of admissions,"... (Fresno Bee -- Nation)

    Report: Businesses Vulnerable to Botnets  Aug 13, 2009
    He said that every IT manager should focus on the basics, such as patching, and should reinstall the operating system and patches from behind the firewall in the event of an infection ... "But please don't think you're immune because you have a firewall," O'Reirdan said. (Datamation)

    U of I pledges to change admissions  Aug 13, 2009
    Those steps include building a so-called firewall around the admissions process. The school also will set up a procedure for handling inquiries from lawmakers or anyone else inquiring about student applications. (Crain's Chicago Business)

    Beware of Koobface on Internet  Aug 13, 2009
    Internet users have also been advised by the government agency to install and maintain updated anti-virus software in their computers, as also a desktop firewall, and block ports which are not required. While you may not be able to notice the worm rummaging through your electronic files searching for personal data, including passwords, the visible signs of the worm would show up on your internet browsing where you would get abnormal results to your searches and be misdirected to other sites. (India Times)

    Adapt and accept the reality  Aug 9, 2009
    Control has become a dirty word and they can be sure any proposal to put up an Internet filter or firewall will be greeted with disdain. Kuala Lumpur is not Pyongyang, Myanmar or Beijing. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Magna Posts $205 Million Loss as Automakers Reduce Output, Buy Fewer Parts  Aug 8, 2009
    A complete firewall would be set up between Opel and Magnas auto-parts operations to ensure there would be no exchange of technology with a potential competitor, Co-Chief Executive Officer said today on a conference call. To contact the reporter on this story: in Southfield, Michigan, at. (Bloomberg -- Canada)

    Privacy Policy  Aug 8, 2009
    Technical measures include use of firewall protection and encryption technology where appropriate. Although Newsmax takes reasonable precautions to assess the reliability of such technology, it relies on the statements of the vendors of those products and services as part of its security evaluation. (Newsmax)

    Keep your PC out of denial-of-service attacks  Aug 7, 2009
    Also, use a firewall, "so that if people are trying to attack your computer from the Internet, there is this block that will stop them from breaking into your PC," Evers said. Be Internet-savvy, he said, and as tried-and-true-and-tired as you are of hearing this one, it's important: "Don't open e-mail attachments from people you don't know, and don't click on links that go to the darker side of the Web, where you might encounter malicious software, or someone trying to break into your PC.". (MSNBC -- Technology)

    When Thieves Order Off The Menu  Aug 7, 2009
    "The diagram offered by the place that provides these signs shows no instructions for setting up firewall rules," Lawhorn continued. "You connect it to a hub and we know that, with hubs, all the network traffic is broadcast across all the ports. So if a sign is part of the internal network, the POS is sending credit card transactions across that network. For the most part, it's one big fat, happy network.". (CBS News -- Entertainment)

    Screencast: Smoothwall offers firewall defense in lean times  Aug 7, 2009
    Looking for a free, open source firewall but aren't interested in spending days or weeks learning the ins and outs of Linux or toiling away on a command line prompt. Them Smoothwall may be for you. (Search Security, MA)

    Hackers bedevil Twitter-Facebook  Aug 7, 2009
    The communist authorities who built the so-called Great Firewall of China raced to stamp out video, images and words posted by Internet users about unrest which, officials said, left at least 140 people dead. Similar to the phenomenon seen a month earlier during Iran's political turmoil, pictures, videos and updates from Urumqi poured onto social networking and image sharing websites such as Twitter, YouTube and Flickr. (Yahoo! Asia News)

    Virtual front line  Aug 6, 2009
    We use many anonymising steps so that identities are masked and it is as safe as possible so people have a safe way to communicate with the world," explained Mr Heap. National firewallSo just how effective have Mr Heap and others been in their efforts to get around the so called Iranian national firewall. Arbor Networks monitors more than 70% of the world's internet service providers, or ISP's, along with many large businesses. Arbor Networks said Iran put the brakes on the internet It has... (BBC News -- Technology)

    Does a DOD ban on social media makes sense?  Aug 6, 2009
    What is really missing is a set of tools and services that can be deployed behind firewalls ... html Regarding the following readers comments, "The old fashioned way (e-mail and instant messaging) are sufficient," If you recall, OSD SBU's email, a traditional client/server behind the firewall system, was also hacked into. (FCW.com)

    FleetBroadband from Stratos Enables Broadcast Coverage of Tall Ships Atlantic Challenge  Aug 4, 2009
    Stratos Trench, an online customer-managed firewall utility, is preventing unauthorized access ... The value-added services comprising The Stratos Advantage provide users with cost and traffic control, high-usage metering, firewall management, data optimization, real-time traffic overviews, instant remote provisioning, high security options, easy VPN access, messaging services and a full IP range. (PR Newswire)

    Networking Basics: What’s a Firewall?  Aug 4, 2009
    Networking Basics: What s a Firewall ... Networking Basics: What s a Firewall ... No doubt, you've heard the term firewall in regard to computing, but do you know what it is. (SmallBusinessComputing)

    SonicWALL Internet Threat Prevention Keeps 'SSL Certificate Null Byte Poisoning Exploit' Out of Customers' Networks  Aug 4, 2009
    Users of the company's Unified Threat Management Firewall technology, which protects against viruses, Trojans, worms and other threats and vulnerabilities, automatically receive updated signatures designed to repel security threats ... With over one million award-winning appliances shipped through its global network of ten thousand channel partners, SonicWALL provides end-to-end solutions including Firewalls, SSL VPN's, Email Security and Continuous Data Protection that collectively ensure... (PR Newswire)

    Navy tests online simulation environment for sub design  Aug 4, 2009
    Also, the software also can be run entirely behind the firewall (though Qwaq offers a hosted version as well). The client software only uses a minimal number of ports to communicate with the main servers, which makes it easier to manager, security-wise. (FCW.com)

    Introduction to Firewalls  Aug 1, 2009
    No doubt, you've heard the term firewall in regard to computing, but do you know what it is. When it comes to security, we should all be educated consumers, so this is an introduction to the basic concepts in protecting yourself with firewalls ... Although the name may invoke a physical thing, a firewall is just a computer program. (eSecurityPlanet)

    Fitch Affirms Disney's IDR at 'A'; Outlook Stable  Aug 1, 2009
    Fitch's code of conduct, confidentiality, conflicts of interest, affiliate firewall, compliance and other relevant policies and procedures are also available from the 'Code of Conduct' section of this site. Contact. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Free flow of IT parts import on cards  Aug 1, 2009
    NEW DELHI: The illegal trade in IT hardware in India is a lucrative one. After the end of the shelf life of equipment such as PCs, printers and switches, they are sold the grey market, from where they find their way to consumers, generally first-time buyers. (India Times)

    Profile: Gary McKinnon  Jul 31, 2009
    He found many machines without adequate password or firewall protection. So, he simply hacked into them. (BBC News -- Technology)

    WASC Honeypot Opens Up With Open Source  Jul 30, 2009
    The Open Proxy Honeypot uses the open source mod_security Web application firewall (WAF) to monitor, identify and report the attack traffic. Apache Web servers often use the mod_security WAF to defend against malicious Web traffic by monitoring traffic and applying rules to mitigate application risks. (SmallBusinessComputing)

    Back-to-school tips to keep your family safe online  Jul 30, 2009
    Anti-virus and anti-spyware software as well as a two-way firewall will protect you from inadvertently accepting unwanted files attached to e-mails. The security software scans all communications into your computer, while a firewall protects both the inbound and outbound connection to your computer ... A firewall is crucial if you have a broadband or DSL connection that leaves your computer connected to the Internet 24 hours a day. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)

    This Old PC: 5 Ways to Keep It Working  Jul 29, 2009
    Use it to replace your off-the-shelf router by running the firewall for your network and sharing the Internet access (with NAT). You might even connect your offices together using the VPN server and client, offer public access by configuring the captive portal, or use balancing and fail-over for redundancy. (SmallBusinessComputing)

    China bans 'mafia-style' online games: state media  Jul 28, 2009
    The party has a history of blocking Internet content it deems unhealthy, which has included pornography and sensitive political information, a censorship system dubbed the "Great Firewall of China". Product Categories. (Yahoo News -- Technology)

    Embedded Linux Leader: Wind River  Jul 28, 2009
    "We are going to firewall our engineering teams," Rerolle said. "Intel is nervous that Intel engineering roadmaps could leak to the other guys too.". (Datamation)

    An Enterprise Collaborative Communities Roundup  Jul 28, 2009
    They have a free version that is not secure, and will sell a separate enterprise version that you can install behind your own firewall ... They do sell a private network edition that you can run on your own Java-based servers behind a corporate firewall for $49 per user ... has a wide collection of collaboration tools and offers three different versions: a free one that supports up to 50 users, a hosted version for more than 50 users that is $6 per month, per user, and an enterprise appliance... (CIO Information Network)

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