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Generic top-level domains could cause havoc

Generic top-level domains could cause havoc

The introduction of generic top-level domains (TLDs) could wreak havoc across the internet if not implemented carefully and with suitable regulations in place to help minimise the risk of abuse.
Ian Williams Dec 17 2008 6:12AM Telco/ISP
New standard promises HDTV over home networks

New standard promises HDTV over home networks

A new home networking standard promises to link devices over power lines, co-axial cables and telephone wiring at speeds high enough to deliver high-definition video to any room in the house.
Daniel Robinson Dec 17 2008 6:12AM Networking
LogMeIn offers remote control for iPhone users

LogMeIn offers remote control for iPhone users

LogMeIn has released a version of its remote access tool that enables iPhone and iPod Touch users to remotely control Windows PCs and Mac OS systems.
Daniel Robinson Dec 17 2008 6:12AM Software
WIPO bumps Aussie domain name dispute panel numbers

WIPO bumps Aussie domain name dispute panel numbers

The name principal of a Melbourne law firm is the latest admission to the World Intellectual Property Organisation’s (WIPO) domain name panel, which examines domain name disputes globally.
Staff Writers Dec 16 2008 2:17PM Telco/ISP
IT vendors team up to address Gershon findings

IT vendors team up to address Gershon findings

Compuware and Fujitsu claim they can help federal government agencies address the Gershon Report requirements of cutting contractor numbers and reducing IT budgets – by selling them more software and services.
Staff Writers Dec 16 2008 2:15PM Software
Westpac online customers get free security software

Westpac online customers get free security software

Westpac has extended a deal to give its online banking customers 12 months' free access to PC Tools’ Internet Security suite for a second year.
Ry Crozier Dec 16 2008 2:13PM Security
Conroy cans Telstra wireless broadband threats

Conroy cans Telstra wireless broadband threats

Broadband Minister Stephen Conroy has dismissed the threat of a wireless broadband network from Telstra competing with the NBN on level speed terms because ‘the laws of physics say that’s not right’.
Staff Writers Dec 16 2008 11:44AM Telco/ISP
Internet Explorer zero-day infection rates grow

Internet Explorer zero-day infection rates grow

Attacks exploiting an unpatched vulnerability in Internet Explorer spread quickly over the weekend, according to Microsoft.
Dan Kaplan Dec 16 2008 10:03AM Security
Security issues present in browser password management

Security issues present in browser password management

The password management features of most popular web browsers are riddled with bugs, new research concludes.
Angela Moscaritolo Dec 16 2008 10:03AM Security
Interflora and M&S in Google AdWords row

Interflora and M&S in Google AdWords row

Interflora is taking legal action against British retail giant Marks & Spencer (M&S) over allegations that the supermarket chain has bought its brand name as a keyword search on Google AdWords.
Angelica Mari Dec 16 2008 6:44AM Software
Rumours point to new Palm OS in January

Rumours point to new Palm OS in January

Palm looks set to unveil a new handset platform at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas next month, amid reports that the firm will demonstrate a new handset based on the software at the same time.
Daniel Robinson Dec 16 2008 6:40AM Software
Small firms shun VoIP

Small firms shun VoIP

Small and medium-sized businesses are reluctant to invest in voice over IP (VoIP) systems because of concerns about cost and performance, according to new research released today.
Phil Muncaster Dec 16 2008 6:40AM Telco/ISP
HCL completes £440m Axon buy

HCL completes £440m Axon buy

HCL Technologies has finalised its purchase of SAP consultancy Axon, marking the largest ever acquisition by an Indian technology company.
Rosalie Marshall Dec 16 2008 6:40AM Strategy
Google denies seeking privileged network access

Google denies seeking privileged network access

Google has reaffirmed its commitment to net neutrality, following reports last week that it had been seeking preferential treatment from broadband providers to generate an internet 'fast lane' for its own content.
Rosalie Marshall Dec 16 2008 6:40AM Networking
Innovators for 2008

Innovators for 2008

This year, we took a look in the rearview mirror and observed a lot of convergence, but despite this trend interesting companies still flourish, says Peter Stephenson, technology editor.
Peter Stephenson,CeRNS, Dec 15 2008 3:32PM Security
Training key to tackling e-crime

Training key to tackling e-crime

E-crime must become part of standard police training if law enforcement authorities are to successfully tackle the huge problem of computer crime, according to the head of the Metropolitan Police e-crime unit.
Tom Young Dec 15 2008 2:53PM Security
Software sector under pressure as downturn hits sales

Software sector under pressure as downturn hits sales

Poorer-than-expected business software sales have forced analysts to significantly revise their spending forecasts for 2009, while Microsoft has urged the UK government to support smaller software companies or see them go out of business.
Martin Courtney Dec 15 2008 2:53PM Software
McCain campaign leaks crucial data

McCain campaign leaks crucial data

John McCain's team forgets to wipe hard drives.
Iain Thomson Dec 15 2008 2:42PM Security
Dell strengthens its ties to EMC

Dell strengthens its ties to EMC

Dell is renewing its deal with storage specialist EMC. The company said that it would be expanding its partnership with EMC through the year 2013.
Shaun Nichols Dec 15 2008 2:42PM Hardware
NSW Health heads down e-procurement path

NSW Health heads down e-procurement path

The NSW Department of Health will implement a new e-procurement hub to standardise its purchasing processes.
Staff Writers Dec 15 2008 2:39PM Software

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