Security

Convergin promotes cellular-Wi-Fi mix

Secure Computing acquires rival CyberGuard for $295m

Intel backs global initiative to aid municipal wireless net

802.11r strengthens wireless voice

* The 802.11r working group of the IEEE is drafting a protocol that will facilitate the deployment of IP-based telephony over 802.11-enabled phones

German government launches national IT security plan

Long-term perspective: 200-year software

* Dan Bricklin’s essay takes the long view

New worms exploit Windows PnP flaw

* Patches from Apple, Cisco, Novell, others * Beware Windows 2000 worms * McAfee readies home Wi-Fi security tool

Finns urge better Wi-Fi security after bank break-in

IE flaw affects Office, Visual Studio users

What do drunk drivers and spammers have in common?

* Stiff penalties likely to deter spammers