According to a new report on CNN.com, the Chinese government has passed a law requiring all new computers sold in China to include software to block so-called “harmful” web sites and content. The new law will go into effect on the second of July, and the blocking software is allegedly aimed at limiting access to pornographic web sites.
China Cracks Down Further on Web Surfing
Why Obama May Not Be Twittering
The rise of Twitter is old news by now. The media, celebrities, and nearly every mover and shaker out there has been seduced by the micro-blogging social networking site. But this week, Twitter has been in the news for something other than Ashton Kutcher’s million followers; the company is reporting that Twitter was hacked on or around the 15th of April by someone using the screen name “Hacker Kroll.”
Obama Outlines New Cybersecurity Strategy
President Obama has just announced a plan to tighten up Cybersecurity in the US, including the creation of the new cabinet-level position of “Cybersecurity Czar.” The job of the “Czar” will be a tough one indeed: protecting the nation from serious cyber-attacks, and devising responses and preparedness plans in case an unthinkable cyber-shut down should ever occur.
FBI Report: Internet Fraud Up Sharply
According to a recently released FBI report, 2008 was a record year for online fraud, with Internet fraud complaints rising an astonishing 33% over the previous year. ITWorld.com is reporting that the Federal Bureau of investigation processed over 275,000 new complaints in 2008. The dollar lost value associated with Internet fraud is estimated to be in the neighborhood of $265 million.
Is it Time for a New Internet?
The Internet was brought to its knees two decades ago with a simple software program designed by a Cornell University graduate student. The program skipped from computer to computer at a blinding speed and thoroughly clogged the then tiny network in the space of just a few hours.
Still More Internet Explorer Security Flaws
There’s been a lot of talk lately about “defensive computing.” For those of us who routinely web surf with a Windows PC or laptop, security is a big issue. Even with the use of antivirus programs like Norton or McAfee, it is still possible for a computer to be compromised, and a recent report indicates that Microsoft’s Internet Explorer is one of the principal security risks on a Windows PC.
Cell Phone Viruses? You’ve Got To Be Kidding!
PC World is reporting that a Trojan-type software virus has been discovered that infects Apple iPhones. The Trojan is the first known software virus to target mobile phones, and has raised considerable alarm within the mobile phone industry.
Protecting Yourself on MSN Messenger - Part 2
Continuing from Protecting Yourself on MSN Messenger - Part 1:
Protecting Yourself on MSN Messenger - Part 1
MSN Messenger is a popular Instant Messaging programs that are now being used more and more across the world. With millions of people registered, it is no surprise that viruses and other forms of malware get passed back and forth without the knowledge of users. Recently there has been a large increase with malware passing through programs just like MSN. Even so, there are many simple steps to take to protect you from any harmful content.
Is Your Email Secure? Email Encryption
When you send an email, its contents can be read by anyone. Email is like sending a normal post: anybody who gets it in their hands can read it. To keep data sent via email private, you need to encrypt it. Only the intended recipient will be able to decipher the message while anybody else sees but gibberish.
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