A well-run business needs a written IT security policy setting forth the use and administration of IT assets. Read this paper to learn the essentials of defining and implementing a security policy for your organization. 

This white paper provides a thorough explanation of one of the more potent malware classifications effecting systems and networks today – the Storm/Nuwar Botnet. While security software can mitigate the direct impact of Nuwar and other bot-related malware on individual systems, the wider effects of botnet activity need additional countermeasures. 

Read this case study to learn how IT can make a difference in a firm's effectiveness and productivity by aligning security with business strategy. 

This guide serves as a good first step in preparing us from falling into the trap of security misconceptions and sets the record straight about each misconception that are most likely to encounter while talking to colleagues or vendors. 

This white paper describes how to create a virtualization strategy that achieves these goals and introduces comprehensive desktop-virtualization solutions from Microsoft. Finally, it provides high-level guidance to help companies develop a desktop-virtualization strategy. 

Data loss prevention strategies, practices and tools are more important than ever. Read this e-book for expert advice on DLP, encryption, risk management and more. 

Read this whitepaper to learn about the security implications of modern threats, where emerging technologies can add real value, and five key strategies for ensuring solid malware protection. 

This Osterman Research White Paper discusses the extent of today's Web threats and provides recommendations on key aspects of a defense against them. It also provides information on Blue Coat's offerings. 

Learn the strategies, actions, and capabilities that Best-in-Class organizations employ and technologies they choose to obtain superior performance against various security performance metrics. This report provides guidelines for identifying which security solutions to consume as a MSS and defines best practices for choosing and managing MSSPs. 

More than 60% of large enterprises believe a significant network breach is likely within the next 3 years, yet most are not capable of effectively discovering the full scope of incidents. This survey details how management and staff within large organizations view the importance of being prepared to respond to network security incidents. 

Microsoft is taking a fundamentally different approach to security. Watch this video to understand how Microsoft is working to achieve the strategy of Business Ready Security based on 3 fundamental tenets. 

In this podcast, hear 10 tips on creating an effective password policy and strategies for effectively enforcing it. Following these tips and working out ways to strengthen the policy without making it overly difficult to adhere to will make it easier to obtain and implement a stronger organization-wide password policy.