Networking

Windows XP security checklist

* NIST publishes checklist for securing Windows XP systems

When strong authentication is needed

* Two-factor authentication

Skype’s ‘Net calling service reaches beyond the PC

NetFlash: SSL making strides against IPSec VPNs

* SSL making strides against IPSec VPNs * MyDoom.O hammering search engines * Four-way server shows Sun’s commitment to x86 * Watchfire in deal to acquire Sanctum * Today on Layer 8

Start-up rolls out Ethernet in the First Mile

* EFM switches ship from start-up Nayna Networks

DoubleClick downed by denial-of-service attack

Navigating the endpoint security maze

* iPass stirs endpoint security pot

False positives

* Backspin columnist Mark Gibbs says the outcome to the OptInRealBig.com case was disappointing but predictable

Venture funding climbs, refocuses on start-ups

Date set for Microsoft’s day in EU court