Security

Silence fuels speculation on Microsoft security plan

Apple releases fix for Java

* Patches from Gentoo, Fedora, others * Beware virus being distributed in fake FBI e-mail

38 EU, Asian countries join to fight spam

New virus being distributed in fake FBI e-mail

ChoicePoint’s error sparks talk of ID theft law

The identity of things

* The importance of knowing who is doing what to which information

Plan ahead for upgradability with mobile services

* As networks evolve, be prepared

Biometric flash drive is convenient and secure

* Biometric flash drive combines security with ease of use

Computers stolen from government contractor SAIC’s facility

Arrest, but no relief from IM spam