Latest news about advanced networking research.
Quantum cryptography keys sent record-setting distance: Fellow NW editor Michael Cooney writes in his Layer 8 blog: Quantum cryptography is one of those security breakthroughs that may hold the key to future networks.
Anti-virus fix touted by researchers: Anti-virus technologies might not be on their last legs, but they could use a second wind, according to security researchers.
Shoppers willing to pay extra for privacy confidence, study finds: Privacy costs extra – and online shoppers are willing to pay a premium to protect their personal information, a new study by Carnegie Mellon University finds.
What women in IT want: The needs of existing and prospective female IT workers change over time and job recruiters and HR personnel need to recognize that, according to new research out of Penn State University.
Apple iPhones going on sale June 29: Apple has posted 3 TV ads on its web site — dubbed “Never Been an iPod,” “Calimari” and “How To.” The ads state that the much anticipated devices will become available June 29. The FCC recently approved the devices, paving the way for sales.
20,000 leagues under the sea, network-style: Multimillion-dollar contracts have been awarded to researchers who have been tasked with building an elaborate network of sensors and data crunchers designed to give scientists and the public much better insight into understanding oceans.
