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  • Next-generation endpoint protection not as easy as it sounds

    Rather than looking for signatures of known malware as traditional anti-virus software does, next-generation endpoint protection platforms analyze processes, changes and connections in order to spot activity that indicates foul play and while that approach is better at catching zero-day exploits, issues remain.

    Written by Tim Greene21 July 15 03:38
  • Cisco to buy OpenDNS to boost Security Everywhere initiative

    Cisco is acting quickly on its new Security Everywhere initiative with the announcement that it plans to buy Internet security service provider OpenDNS for $635 million in cash plus other considerations.

    Written by Tim Greene01 July 15 00:57
  • Benchmarking engine compares hospital performance data

    Self-described benchmarking engine OnlyBoth on Tuesday released a public tool for comparing hospitals, showing off its comparative capabilities to the cloud and IoT vendors it hopes to woo.

    Written by Jon Gold18 June 15 04:56
  • AT&T looking at white boxes as CPE

    SANTA CLARA -- AT&T is considering offering bare metal switches and servers to consumers as customer premises equipment for the carrier's services.

    Written by Jim Duffy17 June 15 08:52
  • Top Microsoft execs outline 2010 challenges

    Microsoft's server and tools business in the coming year will focus on gaining ground in the high-end database and server market, helping users transition to the cloud and extending its dominance over Linux, according to the division president.In addition, the leader of Microsoft's Business Division, Stephen Elop, said he would focus on software-plus-services, cloud computing and browser-based applications as he looks ahead to 2010.

    Written by John Fontana30 Sept. 09 01:33
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