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Security 2004
In this introduction to security we catch up to where things are today. Is Microsoft to blame? Yeah, sure—it’s an easy target. You know what, though? Linux isn’t as innocent as you may (want to) think. And things aren’t all peachy with Mac OS X either. Join us to learn more about how companies plan to future proof your PC on the security front. |
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Hack Anatomy
How do hackers think? What are some basic strategies? How are things done? Get inside the world of real hackers. In addition to answering the afore-mentioned questions, we step into the life of a white hat hacker and also set up a Web site for Digital Ebola to hack. You wouldn’t want Digital Ebola at your door, now would you? |
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Good Spy? Bad Spy?
Spyware is a major cause for concern and we examine the differences between adware and spyware. Or is there really a difference? We outline the most popular spyware carriers as well as the best know spies. |
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Your PC Under Attack
It’s time to make sure your system is less of a target. Sure, you might have already locked things down, but what else can you do to minimize the threat? Find out here. We list the top 5 security holes you should plug on Windows, Linux/Unix and Mac OS X. |
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DEPARTMENTS
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Heavy Gear |
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With this month’s focus on security, we looked at hardware to lock down your PC. That’s right: Firewalls. You may think all firewalls are created (pretty much) equal. You’d be (a bit) wrong—and that’s where our roundup comes in. Don’t miss our mini ATI 9100 IGP roundup either. This month we have first looks at the ATI Mobility Radeon 9700, S3 DeltaChrome S8, AMD Athlon 64 3400+ and some seriously fast RAM amongst others.
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Hard Hat Area |
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As an appetizer Dave and Marco from HotHardware.com answer some of your most pressing questions. The main course is a two-parter. We dissect Sharp’s 3D LCD screen and then get down with computer cooling technologies. The struggle between good and heat is eternal. If that doesn’t fill you, dessert can be CPU’s Game Of The Year awards in the Digital Living section.
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Loading Zone |
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You’d be wrong if you thought our security coverage was over. We have a roundup on the latest antivirus apps and software firewalls (in case you’re short on the dosh and can’t buy a hardware firewall). We also look at Microsoft Office 2003—yep, it’s nice, but no cigar.
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The Saint shares an interesting chat with a friend about outsourcing, Anand presents a notebook that’s REALLY portable, Sharky falls in love with a beautiful and quiet video card, and Kyle gives the K8 some lovin’. Enjoy the issue and I’ll look forward to having you back next month.
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