Security for Cable Networks
Misnamed resource that has numerous files on protecting a computer attached to a broadband connection such as cable or DSL modem.
Windows IT Security
Windows security tips and warnings.
Windows NT security FAQ
Home workers imperil systems
The theory that hackers reached Microsoft Corp.'s product development servers via a home-based employee's computer demonstrates why it's critical for companies to ensure that their remote employees aren't stepping-stones into the corporate network. Computerworld, 11/6/00.
Tech Update: Hybrid Auth and XAuth
New IETF protocols will enable companies to employ a more manageable, phased approach to PKI deployment. Network World, 8/28/00.
'Net attacks to plague small and midsize firms
Small and midsize companies are likely targets for Internet attacks, and many will suffer a successful attack between now and 2003, according to a report by the Gartner Group.
Tech Update: Diameter extends remote authentication
Diameter is designed to do more than RADIUS in terms of authenticating more types of users and yet maintain compatibility with RADIUS-based systems. Network World Tech Update, 1/31/00.
Firewalls
Internet Firewalls FAQ
Answers the basics, such as "What is a firewall?"
VPN vulnerability
Personal firewalls for remote users are recommended to protect the network from hack attacks. Network World, 8/14/00.
Review: Midrange personal firewalls
We evaluate the NetFortress R-50, the SonicWall SOHO, WatchGuard SOHO, the GNAT Box and the Interceptor from Technologic/eSoft. Network World, 8/7/00.
Review: Frontier Defense
Keep the bad guys away from your remote users with this personal firewall. Network World, 8/7/00.
Bugs and viruses
Security and Bug Patch Alert
Archive of our twice-weekly newsletter that alerts you to new security holes and fixes.
SecurityFocus
Featuring the Bugtraq database of computer and network holes.
Vmyths.com
When you get that panicked call from a remote user about the latest virus that will destroy his computer, check out this site first to make sure he wasn't the recipient of a virus myth or hoax.
