Friday, October 01, 2004
Have the browser wars been reignited?
"Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored."-- Aldous Huxley
and
As the prostitute said, "It's not the work, it's the stairs." As told to me by Elaine Stritch, star of stage, screen, & TV, right after she won her 1st Emmy. At ago 79.
C/net's news.com
People have long assumed that browser wars were over. Microsoft took down upstart Netscape and weathered an ugly antitrust trial after the smoke cleared. One tactic, however, might be backfiring. Tying Internet Explorer to Windows has largely prevented the company from adding new features separately from the operating system. With the next version of Windows due in 2006, that's a five-year gap. In addition, significant security upgrades are being limited to XP versions of IE, leaving about half of Windows users out of the loop--unless they pay to upgrade to XP. Those factors opened the door to other browsers, such as Safari and Firefox. Even Google appears to be readying its own browser. Is this the dawn of Browser Wars II?
END
And as you know I'd say, "Don't forget Opera.com. Best at handling cookies. And gee now some think it's a war. All I did 2 yrs. ago was say Opera is a safer browser, because of the way it handles cookies. Oh well.
MY ADVICE endeavors at keen.com. The number is 1-800-275-5336 (800-ask-keen) + ext. 0329063 for tech stuff, 0329117 for running a small business, and 0329144 on investing. Want to CHAT, I use Yahoo's IM as the_web_ster. View me in the Friends & Family part of webcamnow.com, just click on "view cams", then in the Java window click on WebcamNow Communities drop down arrow & select Friends & Family. Under the live webcams look for & click on me "the_webster".
and
As the prostitute said, "It's not the work, it's the stairs." As told to me by Elaine Stritch, star of stage, screen, & TV, right after she won her 1st Emmy. At ago 79.
C/net's news.com
People have long assumed that browser wars were over. Microsoft took down upstart Netscape and weathered an ugly antitrust trial after the smoke cleared. One tactic, however, might be backfiring. Tying Internet Explorer to Windows has largely prevented the company from adding new features separately from the operating system. With the next version of Windows due in 2006, that's a five-year gap. In addition, significant security upgrades are being limited to XP versions of IE, leaving about half of Windows users out of the loop--unless they pay to upgrade to XP. Those factors opened the door to other browsers, such as Safari and Firefox. Even Google appears to be readying its own browser. Is this the dawn of Browser Wars II?
END
And as you know I'd say, "Don't forget Opera.com. Best at handling cookies. And gee now some think it's a war. All I did 2 yrs. ago was say Opera is a safer browser, because of the way it handles cookies. Oh well.
MY ADVICE endeavors at keen.com. The number is 1-800-275-5336 (800-ask-keen) + ext. 0329063 for tech stuff, 0329117 for running a small business, and 0329144 on investing. Want to CHAT, I use Yahoo's IM as the_web_ster. View me in the Friends & Family part of webcamnow.com, just click on "view cams", then in the Java window click on WebcamNow Communities drop down arrow & select Friends & Family. Under the live webcams look for & click on me "the_webster".
Thursday, September 30, 2004
Walter Mossberg's Fall Buyer's Buide + a note from me
"Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored."-- Aldous Huxley
and
As the prostitute said, "It's not the work, it's the stairs." As told to me by Elaine Stritch, star of stage, screen, & TV, right after she won her 1st Emmy. At ago 79.
September 30, 2004
The Fall Buyer's Guide: Things to Keep in Mind When Choosing a PC
By WALTER S. MOSSBERG
It's time for my annual fall buyer's guide to desktop computers, and this year, security is a paramount issue, especially if you're buying a Windows machine. More than ever, Windows buyers need to make sure that they equip their new machines with an array of tools to fend off attacks and malicious software.
As always, my advice is aimed at mainstream users doing common tasks such as word processing, Web surfing, e-mail, personal finance, simple home photo and video editing, digital music and basic games. Hard-core gamers or folks doing massive video production need bigger, faster computers than those specified here.
You should be able to get a bare-bones, name-brand Windows computer for $400 to $600, without monitor. Windows models with more features start at $600 to $700. Media Center models, with built-in TVs, are usually $1,000 and up. Apple's Macintosh models start at $799, but the new, powerful iMac G5, with a built-in flat panel screen, starts at $1,299.
Windows or Mac: Most buyers will go with Windows PCs. But Apple's new iMac models are an excellent choice. Not only are they beautifully designed, but they also use a powerful processor called the G5, and their prices are actually lower than those for comparable Windows machines. Best of all, users of the current Mac operating system haven't encountered any viruses.
The main downside of the Mac is that it requires buyers to acquire and master all new software. Much of this comes bundled on the computer, but most people will have to spend at least $150 for a Mac version of Microsoft Office, which can handle files created in the Windows version.
If you choose Windows, make sure you wait for a machine that has the new SP2 version of Windows XP, which closes some of the operating system's most egregious security holes.
Security: Even on a brand-new Windows machine, you should immediately obtain an arsenal of security programs, and keep them updated. One recent test showed that a brand-new, unprotected Windows machine became infected with viruses in just 20 minutes on the Internet.
You should have a firewall, an antivirus program, an antispyware program and an antispam program. The built-in Windows firewall and Windows' new Security Center aren't enough to protect you. Most PCs come with a trial version of antivirus software, but pay for the full version when the trial ends. For a full list of my recommendations for Windows security add-ons, see: http://ptech.wsj.com/archive/ptech-20040916.html.
Most of this isn't needed on a Mac, but Mac buyers may want to get an antivirus program, because the Mac isn't invulnerable.
Memory: Memory, or RAM, is the most important factor in computer performance. You can get by with 256 megabytes, but I suggest 512 MB. Ask whether the PC's main memory is shared with the video system. If the memory is shared, you should buy extra.
Hard disk: A 40-gigabyte hard disk is the minimum these days, but you can get up to 160 gigabytes in midrange models. Top models now have at least 200 GB.
Processor: For mainstream computing tasks, the slowest processor on the shelf will usually be enough. On Windows machines, Intel processors with model numbers in the 500s will do fine. AMD processors are just as good. On Apple desktops, I recommend a G5 processor.
Digital connectors: Buy a computer with several USB 2.0 connectors, including at least one on the front of the computer or in the keyboard or monitor. If you have a video camera that can't use USB, you'll need an extra high-speed port called 1394, or FireWire.
Memory-card slots: Try for a model with built-in slots that accept the various types of memory cards used by digital cameras, PDAs and music players.
High-speed Internet: Get a built-in Ethernet networking connection, necessary for high-speed Internet connections via cable modems and DSL lines.
Video system: Cheaper PCs use something called "integrated video." But the best route is to invest in a PC with a separate video card and dedicated video memory. Try for at least 64 megabytes of video memory.
Audio system: If you're a music fan, spend extra for a subwoofer and good speakers.
Monitor: Flat-panel screens are best for most uses. The 15-inch flat panels now cost less than $300. Many 17-inch models can be had for $400 or less, and 19-inch models start below $600.
Mass storage: Look for a CD-RW drive that lets you record your own CDs for playing music or for backing up or exchanging files. If you do a lot of home video or photos, you may want to invest in a DVD recording drive.
Media Centers: A Windows Media Center PC has a built-in TV and uses a special version of Windows XP that can be operated with a remote control from across the room to play music and videos, view photos and watch TV. This fall, some cheaper Media Center models will be sold without TVs, but with remote-control capability.
Brands: All Windows desktops are similar, but unless you're a techie, stick with names like Hewlett-Packard, Dell, Sony, Gateway and eMachines. Apple is the only brand on the Mac side.
It's fine to buy at a retail store, but it's easier to customize a model -- and sometimes get better prices -- on the Web, where most manufacturers let you buy directly.
END
A Note from me:
You could support your local techs and buy a computer from a guy who is, just down the street. AND WHO BUILT IT! Interesting, right? Check your local paper, Yahoo has http://local.yahoo.com, yellow pages, etc. Nothing like having your tech come over and fix it that same day as you both meet at your place after work. Or just drive it over to him, and by "it" I mean just the box. He won't need your monitor, keyboard, or mouse. Remember he built it. I haven't bought a box that wasn't local in years, about 20 yrs. Why do I buy and not build my own. Cause I support my local techs, and I sell advise not puters. but I'll work on them for $ for local clients. Then I send them to "local techs". And get them away from hardware that only works on that puter. And software that only works on that manufactors puter. By the way, my next new box will be a linux or lindows Operating Sys, Built by a local tech, and a member of letsnet.org, Steelhoof who is http://wwww.yourcomputers.org. And please remember to get a ROUTER and let it hide you from the Internet. IF your going to spend HUNDERDS on a computer spend $40 on a 4 Port router from www.radioshack.com. Every town, just about has one or two or more.
MY ADVICE endeavors at keen.com. The number is 1-800-275-5336 (800-ask-keen) + ext. 0329063 for tech stuff, 0329117 for running a small business, and 0329144 on investing. Want to CHAT, I use Yahoo's IM as the_web_ster. View me in the Friends & Family part of webcamnow.com, just click on "view cams", then in the Java window click on WebcamNow Communities drop down arrow & select Friends & Family. Under the live webcams look for & click on me "the_webster".
and
As the prostitute said, "It's not the work, it's the stairs." As told to me by Elaine Stritch, star of stage, screen, & TV, right after she won her 1st Emmy. At ago 79.
September 30, 2004
The Fall Buyer's Guide: Things to Keep in Mind When Choosing a PC
By WALTER S. MOSSBERG
It's time for my annual fall buyer's guide to desktop computers, and this year, security is a paramount issue, especially if you're buying a Windows machine. More than ever, Windows buyers need to make sure that they equip their new machines with an array of tools to fend off attacks and malicious software.
As always, my advice is aimed at mainstream users doing common tasks such as word processing, Web surfing, e-mail, personal finance, simple home photo and video editing, digital music and basic games. Hard-core gamers or folks doing massive video production need bigger, faster computers than those specified here.
You should be able to get a bare-bones, name-brand Windows computer for $400 to $600, without monitor. Windows models with more features start at $600 to $700. Media Center models, with built-in TVs, are usually $1,000 and up. Apple's Macintosh models start at $799, but the new, powerful iMac G5, with a built-in flat panel screen, starts at $1,299.
Windows or Mac: Most buyers will go with Windows PCs. But Apple's new iMac models are an excellent choice. Not only are they beautifully designed, but they also use a powerful processor called the G5, and their prices are actually lower than those for comparable Windows machines. Best of all, users of the current Mac operating system haven't encountered any viruses.
The main downside of the Mac is that it requires buyers to acquire and master all new software. Much of this comes bundled on the computer, but most people will have to spend at least $150 for a Mac version of Microsoft Office, which can handle files created in the Windows version.
If you choose Windows, make sure you wait for a machine that has the new SP2 version of Windows XP, which closes some of the operating system's most egregious security holes.
Security: Even on a brand-new Windows machine, you should immediately obtain an arsenal of security programs, and keep them updated. One recent test showed that a brand-new, unprotected Windows machine became infected with viruses in just 20 minutes on the Internet.
You should have a firewall, an antivirus program, an antispyware program and an antispam program. The built-in Windows firewall and Windows' new Security Center aren't enough to protect you. Most PCs come with a trial version of antivirus software, but pay for the full version when the trial ends. For a full list of my recommendations for Windows security add-ons, see: http://ptech.wsj.com/archive/ptech-20040916.html.
Most of this isn't needed on a Mac, but Mac buyers may want to get an antivirus program, because the Mac isn't invulnerable.
Memory: Memory, or RAM, is the most important factor in computer performance. You can get by with 256 megabytes, but I suggest 512 MB. Ask whether the PC's main memory is shared with the video system. If the memory is shared, you should buy extra.
Hard disk: A 40-gigabyte hard disk is the minimum these days, but you can get up to 160 gigabytes in midrange models. Top models now have at least 200 GB.
Processor: For mainstream computing tasks, the slowest processor on the shelf will usually be enough. On Windows machines, Intel processors with model numbers in the 500s will do fine. AMD processors are just as good. On Apple desktops, I recommend a G5 processor.
Digital connectors: Buy a computer with several USB 2.0 connectors, including at least one on the front of the computer or in the keyboard or monitor. If you have a video camera that can't use USB, you'll need an extra high-speed port called 1394, or FireWire.
Memory-card slots: Try for a model with built-in slots that accept the various types of memory cards used by digital cameras, PDAs and music players.
High-speed Internet: Get a built-in Ethernet networking connection, necessary for high-speed Internet connections via cable modems and DSL lines.
Video system: Cheaper PCs use something called "integrated video." But the best route is to invest in a PC with a separate video card and dedicated video memory. Try for at least 64 megabytes of video memory.
Audio system: If you're a music fan, spend extra for a subwoofer and good speakers.
Monitor: Flat-panel screens are best for most uses. The 15-inch flat panels now cost less than $300. Many 17-inch models can be had for $400 or less, and 19-inch models start below $600.
Mass storage: Look for a CD-RW drive that lets you record your own CDs for playing music or for backing up or exchanging files. If you do a lot of home video or photos, you may want to invest in a DVD recording drive.
Media Centers: A Windows Media Center PC has a built-in TV and uses a special version of Windows XP that can be operated with a remote control from across the room to play music and videos, view photos and watch TV. This fall, some cheaper Media Center models will be sold without TVs, but with remote-control capability.
Brands: All Windows desktops are similar, but unless you're a techie, stick with names like Hewlett-Packard, Dell, Sony, Gateway and eMachines. Apple is the only brand on the Mac side.
It's fine to buy at a retail store, but it's easier to customize a model -- and sometimes get better prices -- on the Web, where most manufacturers let you buy directly.
END
A Note from me:
You could support your local techs and buy a computer from a guy who is, just down the street. AND WHO BUILT IT! Interesting, right? Check your local paper, Yahoo has http://local.yahoo.com, yellow pages, etc. Nothing like having your tech come over and fix it that same day as you both meet at your place after work. Or just drive it over to him, and by "it" I mean just the box. He won't need your monitor, keyboard, or mouse. Remember he built it. I haven't bought a box that wasn't local in years, about 20 yrs. Why do I buy and not build my own. Cause I support my local techs, and I sell advise not puters. but I'll work on them for $ for local clients. Then I send them to "local techs". And get them away from hardware that only works on that puter. And software that only works on that manufactors puter. By the way, my next new box will be a linux or lindows Operating Sys, Built by a local tech, and a member of letsnet.org, Steelhoof who is http://wwww.yourcomputers.org. And please remember to get a ROUTER and let it hide you from the Internet. IF your going to spend HUNDERDS on a computer spend $40 on a 4 Port router from www.radioshack.com. Every town, just about has one or two or more.
MY ADVICE endeavors at keen.com. The number is 1-800-275-5336 (800-ask-keen) + ext. 0329063 for tech stuff, 0329117 for running a small business, and 0329144 on investing. Want to CHAT, I use Yahoo's IM as the_web_ster. View me in the Friends & Family part of webcamnow.com, just click on "view cams", then in the Java window click on WebcamNow Communities drop down arrow & select Friends & Family. Under the live webcams look for & click on me "the_webster".
Wednesday, September 29, 2004
Finjan warns of one of the most dangerous internet security vulnerabilities and offers free download desktop protection software
"Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored."-- Aldous Huxley
and
As the prostitute said, "It's not the work, it's the stairs." As told to me by Elaine Stritch, star of stage, screen, & TV, right after she won her 1st Emmy. At ago 79.
SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Finjan Software, the leading
provider of proactive secure content management solutions for global
companies, today warns that the global internet community is facing one of the
greatest threats ever seen from the Internet.
In recent weeks, it has been made public that there is a particular
vulnerability in Microsoft Windows involving JPEG files. It has been
discovered that files can be maliciously crafted in such a way that when
deployed as part of a website, they will allow an attacker to gain control of
computers that browse the site. The same can happen when an image is sent by
email. This type of attack could cause significant damage to computers and be
used to launch further attacks via email or other means. A number of
proof-of-concept examples of such exploits have already been distributed among
the Internet security community. None of these proof-of-concept examples
demonstrated the ability to automatically infect a user's machine when
accessing a website with such malformed JPEG files, leading many to conclude
that although the vulnerability was real, it did not appear to pose a real
danger. However, Finjan's Malicious Code Research Center (MCRC) has identified
a method that makes this threat extremely dangerous.
It should be noted that this new method, which is posted today by Finjan
on Bugtraq, is a new, more advanced exploit than the "JPEG vulnerability"
published by Microsoft. The additional serious risk introduced by this exploit
is that it allows an attacker to remotely take over the user's PC by having
the user simply browse a web page that contains the malformed image file using
Internet Explorer. In contrast, the previous vulnerability did not expose
Internet Explorer to this attack: in order to be contaminated, the user had to
obtain the malformed image file by email, or to otherwise save it to the local
disk, and then view the image by one of the software products that are
vulnerable to this threat. In other words, the previous vulnerability required
some degree of "social engineering" to make the user perform an operation that
triggers the attack. Conversely, this new method pointed out by Finjan affects
any user who merely browses the malicious page.
Finjan's MCRC discovered the threat after investigating novel attacks and
techniques to exploit the published vulnerability, in order to establish
possible next steps that the hacker community might take when launching
attacks based on the JPEG vulnerability. "Finjan believes that the potential
damage caused by this threat could be devastating in its global harm and
outreach. It would be equivalent to the most malicious internet Worm ever
seen so far, comparable in magnitude and destructive potential to the
"Blaster" and "Sasser" worms, which caused billions of dollars worth of damage
to companies in recent years", says Shlomo Touboul, founder and CEO of Finjan
Software.
However, using its years of experience, technical expertise and insight of
the hacker community, Finjan has again stayed ahead of this imminent threat by
producing an effective countermeasure, that is being made available free of
charge to both companies and home users. Finjan proactively protects its
customers against any known and unknown threats posed by the Internet, with
its patented behaviour blocking technology, and believes that it is only a
matter of days before dangerous attacks are launched, probably using
techniques similar to that discovered by Finjan.
Finjan's SurfinGuard(R) Pro software, part of Finjan's Vital Security(TM)
family of products, to provide protection against this threat can be
downloaded free of charge [for 30 days] at Finjan's website, at
http://www.finjan.com/ServicesAndSupport/Downloads/ProductEvaluations/SurfinGu
ardProEvalRequestForm.asp
To view a short demonstration video, please visit
http://www.finjan.com/SecurityLab/AttackAndExploitReports/jpeg_vulnerability_d
emo.htm
To learn more about this vulnerability, please visit
http://www.finjan.com/SecurityLab/AttackAndExploitReports/alert_show.asp?attac
k_release_id=111
About SurfinGuard(R) Pro
SurfinGuard(R) Pro, part of Finjan's Vital Security(TM) family of
products, protects PC users from new, unknown Internet threats by monitoring
and containing the behavior of downloaded programs and active content.
SurfinGuard Pro runs active content (e.g., executables, ActiveX, scripts,
Windows scripting files and Java) in a protected "sandbox" called the Safe
Zone that automatically blocks potentially hostile actions.
Using Finjan's patented behavior blocking technology, SurfinGuard Pro protects
your PC while allowing you to manage the behavior of code that is downloaded
from e-mail or the Web. SurfinGuard Pro represents a proactive way to combat
unknown Trojan horses, Internet worms and hostile Web pages based on code
behavior, rather than traditional anti-virus programs that uses static
signature recognition. Because SurfinGuard Pro does not rely on database
updates, it can defend against new, unknown attacks and variants.
About MCRC
Malicious Code Research Center (MCRC) is the leading research department
at Finjan Software, dedicated to the research and detection of potential
Internet and e-mail attacks. MCRC's goal is to continue to be steps ahead of
hackers attempting to exploit open platforms and technologies to develop next
generation mobile malicious code, worms, trojans, viruses and spyware. MCRC
researchers also contribute to the development of next generation defense
tools for Finjan's proactive secure content management solutions. For more
information, visit http://www.finjan.com/mcrc/.
About Finjan
Finjan Software is the leading provider of proactive secure content
management solutions for global companies. Exceeding the preliminary level of
defense typically offered by reactive anti-virus software solutions, Finjan's
Vital Security(TM) family of products proactively responds to changing, yet-
to-be-created Internet security threats, blocks unknown attacks, and closes
the Window-of-Vulnerability(TM). The Vital Security(TM) product suite is the
only complete and integrated secure content management solution in which
individual best-of-breed security applications work together in concert to
proactively respond to changing security threats today and tomorrow.
Supplementing traditional security methods, Vital Security(TM) defends
enterprises against malicious mobile code using intelligent behavior analysis
and comprehensive policy management. Vital Security(TM) is designed with high
availability and scalability, for enterprises of all sizes, including those
with over 150,000 users. Finjan is recognized by analyst firm IDC as the
leader in the worldwide malicious mobile code security market. For more
information, visit http://www.finjan.com.
MY ADVICE endeavors at keen.com. The number is 1-800-275-5336 (800-ask-keen) + ext. 0329063 for tech stuff, 0329117 for running a small business, and 0329144 on investing. Want to CHAT, I use Yahoo's IM as the_web_ster. View me in the Friends & Family part of webcamnow.com, just click on "view cams", then in the Java window click on WebcamNow Communities drop down arrow & select Friends & Family. Under the live webcams look for & click on me "the_webster".
and
As the prostitute said, "It's not the work, it's the stairs." As told to me by Elaine Stritch, star of stage, screen, & TV, right after she won her 1st Emmy. At ago 79.
SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Finjan Software, the leading
provider of proactive secure content management solutions for global
companies, today warns that the global internet community is facing one of the
greatest threats ever seen from the Internet.
In recent weeks, it has been made public that there is a particular
vulnerability in Microsoft Windows involving JPEG files. It has been
discovered that files can be maliciously crafted in such a way that when
deployed as part of a website, they will allow an attacker to gain control of
computers that browse the site. The same can happen when an image is sent by
email. This type of attack could cause significant damage to computers and be
used to launch further attacks via email or other means. A number of
proof-of-concept examples of such exploits have already been distributed among
the Internet security community. None of these proof-of-concept examples
demonstrated the ability to automatically infect a user's machine when
accessing a website with such malformed JPEG files, leading many to conclude
that although the vulnerability was real, it did not appear to pose a real
danger. However, Finjan's Malicious Code Research Center (MCRC) has identified
a method that makes this threat extremely dangerous.
It should be noted that this new method, which is posted today by Finjan
on Bugtraq, is a new, more advanced exploit than the "JPEG vulnerability"
published by Microsoft. The additional serious risk introduced by this exploit
is that it allows an attacker to remotely take over the user's PC by having
the user simply browse a web page that contains the malformed image file using
Internet Explorer. In contrast, the previous vulnerability did not expose
Internet Explorer to this attack: in order to be contaminated, the user had to
obtain the malformed image file by email, or to otherwise save it to the local
disk, and then view the image by one of the software products that are
vulnerable to this threat. In other words, the previous vulnerability required
some degree of "social engineering" to make the user perform an operation that
triggers the attack. Conversely, this new method pointed out by Finjan affects
any user who merely browses the malicious page.
Finjan's MCRC discovered the threat after investigating novel attacks and
techniques to exploit the published vulnerability, in order to establish
possible next steps that the hacker community might take when launching
attacks based on the JPEG vulnerability. "Finjan believes that the potential
damage caused by this threat could be devastating in its global harm and
outreach. It would be equivalent to the most malicious internet Worm ever
seen so far, comparable in magnitude and destructive potential to the
"Blaster" and "Sasser" worms, which caused billions of dollars worth of damage
to companies in recent years", says Shlomo Touboul, founder and CEO of Finjan
Software.
However, using its years of experience, technical expertise and insight of
the hacker community, Finjan has again stayed ahead of this imminent threat by
producing an effective countermeasure, that is being made available free of
charge to both companies and home users. Finjan proactively protects its
customers against any known and unknown threats posed by the Internet, with
its patented behaviour blocking technology, and believes that it is only a
matter of days before dangerous attacks are launched, probably using
techniques similar to that discovered by Finjan.
Finjan's SurfinGuard(R) Pro software, part of Finjan's Vital Security(TM)
family of products, to provide protection against this threat can be
downloaded free of charge [for 30 days] at Finjan's website, at
http://www.finjan.com/ServicesAndSupport/Downloads/ProductEvaluations/SurfinGu
ardProEvalRequestForm.asp
To view a short demonstration video, please visit
http://www.finjan.com/SecurityLab/AttackAndExploitReports/jpeg_vulnerability_d
emo.htm
To learn more about this vulnerability, please visit
http://www.finjan.com/SecurityLab/AttackAndExploitReports/alert_show.asp?attac
k_release_id=111
About SurfinGuard(R) Pro
SurfinGuard(R) Pro, part of Finjan's Vital Security(TM) family of
products, protects PC users from new, unknown Internet threats by monitoring
and containing the behavior of downloaded programs and active content.
SurfinGuard Pro runs active content (e.g., executables, ActiveX, scripts,
Windows scripting files and Java) in a protected "sandbox" called the Safe
Zone that automatically blocks potentially hostile actions.
Using Finjan's patented behavior blocking technology, SurfinGuard Pro protects
your PC while allowing you to manage the behavior of code that is downloaded
from e-mail or the Web. SurfinGuard Pro represents a proactive way to combat
unknown Trojan horses, Internet worms and hostile Web pages based on code
behavior, rather than traditional anti-virus programs that uses static
signature recognition. Because SurfinGuard Pro does not rely on database
updates, it can defend against new, unknown attacks and variants.
About MCRC
Malicious Code Research Center (MCRC) is the leading research department
at Finjan Software, dedicated to the research and detection of potential
Internet and e-mail attacks. MCRC's goal is to continue to be steps ahead of
hackers attempting to exploit open platforms and technologies to develop next
generation mobile malicious code, worms, trojans, viruses and spyware. MCRC
researchers also contribute to the development of next generation defense
tools for Finjan's proactive secure content management solutions. For more
information, visit http://www.finjan.com/mcrc/.
About Finjan
Finjan Software is the leading provider of proactive secure content
management solutions for global companies. Exceeding the preliminary level of
defense typically offered by reactive anti-virus software solutions, Finjan's
Vital Security(TM) family of products proactively responds to changing, yet-
to-be-created Internet security threats, blocks unknown attacks, and closes
the Window-of-Vulnerability(TM). The Vital Security(TM) product suite is the
only complete and integrated secure content management solution in which
individual best-of-breed security applications work together in concert to
proactively respond to changing security threats today and tomorrow.
Supplementing traditional security methods, Vital Security(TM) defends
enterprises against malicious mobile code using intelligent behavior analysis
and comprehensive policy management. Vital Security(TM) is designed with high
availability and scalability, for enterprises of all sizes, including those
with over 150,000 users. Finjan is recognized by analyst firm IDC as the
leader in the worldwide malicious mobile code security market. For more
information, visit http://www.finjan.com.
MY ADVICE endeavors at keen.com. The number is 1-800-275-5336 (800-ask-keen) + ext. 0329063 for tech stuff, 0329117 for running a small business, and 0329144 on investing. Want to CHAT, I use Yahoo's IM as the_web_ster. View me in the Friends & Family part of webcamnow.com, just click on "view cams", then in the Java window click on WebcamNow Communities drop down arrow & select Friends & Family. Under the live webcams look for & click on me "the_webster".
Tuesday, September 28, 2004
Money Matters from AIMHI - OK, there was a 6.0 earthquake in CA today, now everthing you NEED know about 'em in 1 website
"Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored."-- Aldous Huxley
and
As the prostitute said, "It's not the work, it's the stairs." As told to me by Elaine Stritch, star of stage, screen, & TV, right after she won her 1st Emmy. At ago 79.
Knowing this is cheap insurance. Money NOT lose is like earning money without taxes, here you get to keep all the money you didn't loose and the time you wont' have to put to getting yourself back to where you were before a quake. It takes years. Know this info and kept your life as it is and don't suffer the loses. I was in SF in '89 and crossed the bridge the broke 5 min.s before that one hit. I was in SF when it hit. You don't want to do that.
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MY ADVICE endeavors at keen.com. The number is 1-800-275-5336 (800-ask-keen) + ext. 0329063 for tech stuff, 0329117 for running a small business, and 0329144 on investing. Want to CHAT, I use Yahoo's IM as the_web_ster. View me in the Friends & Family part of webcamnow.com, just click on "view cams", then in the Java window click on WebcamNow Communities drop down arrow & select Friends & Family. Under the live webcams look for & click on me "the_webster".
and
As the prostitute said, "It's not the work, it's the stairs." As told to me by Elaine Stritch, star of stage, screen, & TV, right after she won her 1st Emmy. At ago 79.
Knowing this is cheap insurance. Money NOT lose is like earning money without taxes, here you get to keep all the money you didn't loose and the time you wont' have to put to getting yourself back to where you were before a quake. It takes years. Know this info and kept your life as it is and don't suffer the loses. I was in SF in '89 and crossed the bridge the broke 5 min.s before that one hit. I was in SF when it hit. You don't want to do that.
http://www.abag.ca.gov/bayarea/eqmaps/eqmaps.html
MY ADVICE endeavors at keen.com. The number is 1-800-275-5336 (800-ask-keen) + ext. 0329063 for tech stuff, 0329117 for running a small business, and 0329144 on investing. Want to CHAT, I use Yahoo's IM as the_web_ster. View me in the Friends & Family part of webcamnow.com, just click on "view cams", then in the Java window click on WebcamNow Communities drop down arrow & select Friends & Family. Under the live webcams look for & click on me "the_webster".
Firefox is out of beta, download it again
"Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored."-- Aldous Huxley
and
As the prostitute said, "It's not the work, it's the stairs." As told to me by Elaine Stritch, star of stage, screen, & TV, right after she won her 1st Emmy. At ago 79.
FireFox is finally out of beta, and is in its "preview" release, which means...well, it's a little hard to understand exactly what it means, other than that it's been improved, and is one step closer to its final form.
If you're an Internet Explorer user, you owe it to yourself to download FireFox and see how a real browser works. If you're already a FireFox user, download the latest version, for a slew of new features.
My favorite is its new RSS support – when you're on a page that has an RSS feed using the tag, an RSS icon appears in the status bar. Click it, and you'll see a list of all feeds on the page. Then click on any to subscribe, and you'll be able to read the feed from directly within FireFox.
There are other goodies as well. There's a nice new Find toolbar across the bottom of the page, better bookmarking, more flexible popup blocking, and more as well.
Unfortunately, there's also a downside to the update. Many extensions won't work with it, including the Googlebar. In time, expect the extensions to be updated, but for now, you'll have to forgo some of your favorites.
The newest version of FireFox shows just how tired and old IE has become. In time, perhaps, it'll join the modern era and add features such as tabbed browsing. But for now, if you're looking for the smartest, slimmest, and most feature-rich browser, you should head straight to FireFox. Thanks to Preston Gralla
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TO FIREFOX
MY ADVICE endeavors at keen.com. The number is 1-800-275-5336 (800-ask-keen) + ext. 0329063 for tech stuff, 0329117 for running a small business, and 0329144 on investing. Want to CHAT, I use Yahoo's IM as the_web_ster. View me in the Friends & Family part of webcamnow.com, just click on "view cams", then in the Java window click on WebcamNow Communities drop down arrow & select Friends & Family. Under the live webcams look for & click on me "the_webster".
and
As the prostitute said, "It's not the work, it's the stairs." As told to me by Elaine Stritch, star of stage, screen, & TV, right after she won her 1st Emmy. At ago 79.
FireFox is finally out of beta, and is in its "preview" release, which means...well, it's a little hard to understand exactly what it means, other than that it's been improved, and is one step closer to its final form.
If you're an Internet Explorer user, you owe it to yourself to download FireFox and see how a real browser works. If you're already a FireFox user, download the latest version, for a slew of new features.
My favorite is its new RSS support – when you're on a page that has an RSS feed using the tag, an RSS icon appears in the status bar. Click it, and you'll see a list of all feeds on the page. Then click on any to subscribe, and you'll be able to read the feed from directly within FireFox.
There are other goodies as well. There's a nice new Find toolbar across the bottom of the page, better bookmarking, more flexible popup blocking, and more as well.
Unfortunately, there's also a downside to the update. Many extensions won't work with it, including the Googlebar. In time, expect the extensions to be updated, but for now, you'll have to forgo some of your favorites.
The newest version of FireFox shows just how tired and old IE has become. In time, perhaps, it'll join the modern era and add features such as tabbed browsing. But for now, if you're looking for the smartest, slimmest, and most feature-rich browser, you should head straight to FireFox. Thanks to Preston Gralla
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TO FIREFOX
MY ADVICE endeavors at keen.com. The number is 1-800-275-5336 (800-ask-keen) + ext. 0329063 for tech stuff, 0329117 for running a small business, and 0329144 on investing. Want to CHAT, I use Yahoo's IM as the_web_ster. View me in the Friends & Family part of webcamnow.com, just click on "view cams", then in the Java window click on WebcamNow Communities drop down arrow & select Friends & Family. Under the live webcams look for & click on me "the_webster".
