Microsoft Windows: Simple Security, Strong Security
There are two ways the Microsoft Windows users can protect themselves from common computer risks: 1) update virus signatures every day and 2) use Windows 2000/XP with a screen saver password.
Massachusetts Promotes Open Standards
The State of Massachusetts has implemented a policy toward software purchases that favors open-source applications and open standards for state-owned computers.
Beyond the Internet: The Grid
The future of networks, especially the Internet, is called "grid computing," also called distributed computing which enables multiple computers to process separate portions of data, combining the individually-processed elements into a finished product.
The Pot Calls The Kettle Black: Turning the Tables on Online Music Swapping
Sharman Networks, Ltd., owners of the KaZaA peer-to-peer file-sharing network, have sued entertainment companies for copyright infringement. Yep, that's right, the company that makes it possible to swap bootleg digital music is suing the music companies.
Court Bans Federal Do Not Call Registry
Just a few minutes ago, a federal judge in Oklahoma City ruled to ban the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) Do Not Call (no telemarketing) list. Lawyers for the FTC will file an appeal.
Don’t Spam in California
California Governor Gray Davis must be bucking for the Geek vote in the October 7th special election in which he could be recalled from office. Today he stood tough and signed an antispam law that prohibits anyone from sending unsolicted commmercial e-mail (UCE, aka spam) to a California e-mail address.
AMD Releases 64-Bit Athlon
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) will launch its new 64-bit Athlon microprocessor tomorrow. This chip gives AMD a significant edge over rival Intel. Microsoft is slated to release a version of the Windows operating system optimized to run on AMD's new chip, forcing Intel to model the AMD component architecture or convince Microsoft to create a Windows version for the as-yet-unreleased 64-bit chip from Intel.