GAO report says Los Alamos lab classified computer network has security weaknesses

GAO: Los Alamos computer security has weaknesses

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Microsoft to release full version of free Security Essentials antivirus software for PCs

Microsoft to release free antivirus PC software

REDMOND, Wash. — Microsoft Corp. says its new computer security program can be downloaded starting on Tuesday.

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Congress tries to figure out how much power government should have in securing Web in a crisis

How much government control of Web in cybercrisis?

WASHINGTON — There's no kill switch for the Internet, no secret on-off button in an Oval Office drawer.

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In cybercrisis, what’s government’s role in protecting the Internet? Congress sorting it out

What's government's role in making the Web secure?

WASHINGTON — There is no kill switch for the Internet, no secret on-off button in an Oval Office drawer.

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Hacking the ’smart grid’: New generations of meters could be vulnerable to attack

Security researchers offer caution on smart grids

LAS VEGAS — The race to build a "smarter" electrical grid could have a dark side. Security experts are starting to show the dangers of equipping homes and businesses with new meters that enable two-way communication with utilities.

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Researchers: Anti-theft software built into PCs at the factory opens security hole

Anti-theft software could create security hole

LAS VEGAS — A piece of anti-theft software built into many laptops at the factory opens a serious security hole, according to research presented Thursday.

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Websense shares fall 6 percent after-hours following weak 2nd-quarter revenue outlook

Websense posts 2Q outlook, shares fall after-hours

NEW YORK — Internet filtering and security software maker Websense Inc. said Tuesday it expects adjusted earnings of 30 cents to 32 cents per share for the second quarter.

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China accuses Google of spreading pornography; Washington calls on Beijing to scrap Web filter

China accuses Google of spreading pornography

BEIJING — China accused Google Inc. on Thursday of spreading pornography after Chinese users were unable to connect to the search giant's Web site, while Washington called on Beijing to scrap its order for personal computers to be equipped with Internet-filtering software.

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Beta test of Microsoft’s free computer security software set to debut next week

Microsoft readies free PC security software

SEATTLE — Microsoft Corp. said Thursday it plans to release a beta test of its free computer security program next week and is on track to launch a finished product in the fall.

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Symantec, McAfee settle with NY AG over subscription disclosures

Software makers Symantec, McAfee settle with NY AG

NEW YORK — Two of the nation's largest security software companies have agreed to clearly detail the terms of subscription renewals and pay penalties totaling $750,000 in a settlement with New York's attorney general. New York Attorney General Andrew M. Cuomo had accused Symantec Corp. and McAfee Inc. of renewing customers' software subscriptions without their knowledge.

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