Security

CDT wants US gov’t to detail computer monitoring program

The privacy group seeks information on Einstein 3 intrusion detection system

Use of tracking cookies on government sites sparks privacy concern

Feds seek comments on use of Web tracking tools on agency sites

Best data loss prevention tools

Perimeter DLP tools require fine tuning to effectively block 'bad' data from escaping the network

Preparing for the next solar max

* The next solar maximum is expected around between 2010 and 2012

How we tested data loss prevention tools

Black Hat set to expose new attacks

Conference briefings show how to compromise SSL, steal keyboard activity from power lines

Microsoft rushes clutch patch for ‘deep’ bug in Windows, third-party apps

Researchers say move may be tied to this week's Black Hat security conference

Schmoozing 101: Tips for shy techies

Too shy to network? Here are low-key ways to build relationships and boost your IT career.

Congress may push India’s IT firms to Mexico with H-1B crackdown

If U.S. clamps down on visas, India's alternative may be Mexico and NAFTA

Twitter breach revives security issues with cloud computing