One of the stated goals of the Microsoft Windows Vista release is to greatly improve the overall security of the Windows operating system and curb the impact of malware. To this end, Microsoft redesigned both the least user and administrative... 

Lumension's Sanctuary Application and Device Control is an IT-driven solution that automatically enforces endpoint security policies. The financial impact of moving from a "voluntary" compliance solution to an "automatic" one is illustrated 

Whether you're an IT professional, use a computer at work, or just browse the internet, this book is for you. We tell you the facts about the threats to your computers and to your data in simple, easy-to-understand language. 

In this week's Computer Weekly: Amazon and Microsoft earn $5bn in public cloud revenue – we ask if public cloud is now ready for the mainstream. Banks face huge challenges replacing legacy IT – but is the short-term nature of CIOs hindering progress? And we look at how user experience can deliver return on investment for IT. Read the issue now. 

Matt Grant talks with Randy Abrams about security issues with hotel business center computers. These are public computers and they often have insufficient security features. In this podcast, Randy shares some interesting things he’s found in hotel computers and gives some advice on using them safely. 

In this week's Computer Weekly, with less than a year until Microsoft ends support for Windows XP, we examine the options for the many firms still using the operating system. The PC market has seen a record slump in sales - what does it mean for the IT industry? Plus, we evaluate progress in moving software to the cloud. Read the issue now. 

In this week's Computer Weekly, we look at context-aware security – a next generation technology that promises to improve corporate information security. As banks implement more short-term fixes to cope with new regulations, we assess the IT implications. And we examine the benefits of executive coaching for CIOs. Read the issue now. 

General-purpose PDAs and ruggedized enterprise mobile computers are made for separate markets, designed for different tasks, and vary by their size, weight and materials. But the biggest difference between these device types is their total cost of ownership (TCO). This white paper explains how your business can get TCO as low as possible. 

In this week's Computer Weekly, we look at IBM's work with England's rugby team and Premier League football on how business analytics can improve the chances of winning at sport. We find out the issues to consider when negotiating cloud contracts. And we examine how software-defined networking will automate network management. Read the issue now. 

Dell is planning to upgrade its 100,000 desktop and portable computers to the Windows® 7 operating system to reduce desktop management costs and enhance data security. Read this case study to learn more about Dell's business needs as well as the features and benefits achieved from Microsoft's solutions. 

The possibility of a data breach is very real – no matter how proactive your security measures are. Access this expert FAQ guide for further insight into how computer forensics can help put a well-formed incident response plan that is aligned with your information risk management and compliance strategies.