NetFlash: Windows 2000 vulnerability could lead to new outbreak

NetFlash: Windows 2000 vulnerability could lead to new outbreak
10/12/05

In this issue:

* Windows 2000 vulnerability could lead to new outbreak
* The ABCs of SOA
* IBM to offer per-chassis pricing for Linux
* Microsoft, RealNetworks settle for $761 million
* Anti-spam vendors spread their wings
* Today on Layer 8
* Links related to NetFlash
* Featured reader resource
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WHAT'S THE WIMAX STORY?

We've all heard the ebb and flow of WiMAX enthusiasm - ranging
from "it'll take over the world" hype to "it's already a bust"
anti-hype, and everywhere in between. If you are curious as to
where WiMax stands or need a refresher on what it is all about,
click here for the WiMAX story:
http://www.fattail.com/redir/redirect.asp?CID=117123

GRID SURPRISE

Once considered a specialty technology, the latest buzz pegs
grids as great all-around application servers. Network
executives are finding that once grids are installed, they are
useful for a far wider variety of applications than just
computationally heavy ones. Are there any hitches? Click here
for more:
http://www.fattail.com/redir/redirect.asp?CID=117178
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NETFLASH: BREAKING NEWS FROM NETWORKWORLD.COM

By Sheryl Hodge

Microsoft has released nine software patches, though it likes to
call them security updates, including three critical fixes for
Windows and Internet Explorer. Among the updates is a patch for
bugs in two separate components of the Windows operating system
that security researchers believe could be exploited by
attackers in much the same way that the Zotob family of worms
were used two months ago.
Windows 2000 vulnerability could lead to new outbreak
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash8568>

The ABCs of SOA

Service-oriented architecture is an inescapable IT-industry
buzzphrase. It's also a sprawling, eye-glazing abstraction that
means many things to many people. In our Technology Insider, SOA
guru James Kobielus analyzes the ROI of SOAs, defines key SOA
concepts and describes the SOA infrastructure. Go online for
stories on what needs to happen for SOAs to take off.
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash8569>

IBM to offer per-chassis pricing for Linux

In an effort to streamline the management of operating system
licenses on blade servers, IBM and Novell this month will begin
offering SuSE Linux 9 on a per-chassis subscription basis.
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash8570>

Microsoft, RealNetworks settle for $761 million

Microsoft resolved its last major private anti-trust case.
Microsoft and RealNetworks Tuesday announced that they have
settled their anti-trust case and forged a partnership to
promote digital music and games in three agreements worth $761
million.
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash8571>

Anti-spam vendors spread their wings

These days, enterprises need to protect themselves from more
than just unwanted e-mail, and are looking to their messaging
security providers for more than just anti-spam protection. They
are now seeking functions such as instant messaging and Web
security, outbound e-mail encryption and policy enforcement, and
extra measures to fight viruses.
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash8572>

Today on Layer 8, where we're Yahoo for news

Usually it's Google making all the news, but this week Yahoo
seems to be grabbing headlines on several fronts, including some
exciting instant messaging integration news; Microsoft patches
relationship with Real; a tool to make your desktop wallpaper
more interesting; and, California takes the fun out of gaming
for teens. All that and more at:
<http://www.networkworld.com/weblogs/layer8/?net&story=layer8>

The top 5: Today's most-read stories

1. Symantec AntiVirus Scan Engine has serious bug
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash8514>
2. Bechtel says move to IPv6 is all about business
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash8557>
3. You won't find this book on Oprah's list
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash8516>
4. IETF effort promises fewer net failures
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash8515>
5. The ABCs of SOA <http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash8558>

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To contact: Sheryl Hodge

Sheryl Hodge is the Senior Online Copy Chief for Network World
Fusion. She can be reached at <mailto:shodge@nww.com>
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This newsletter sponsored by Nortel
Building the Mobile Enterprise Online Expo

The workplace is changing rapidly. Employees need to be
untethered from their desks while remaining connected and
accessible. This online event helps you solve your enterprise
mobility challenges by bringing together industry leaders,
including Nortel's CTO and CIO and RIM's VP Enterprise Systems,
to discuss the hottest topics in enterprise mobility. Broadcast
live to your desktop on Nov. 8, 2005. Register today!
http://www.fattail.com/redir/redirect.asp?CID=117313
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ARCHIVE LINKS

NetFlash breaking news:
http://www.networkworld.com/news/netflash.html
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Silver bullets for application acceleration?

Companies want integrated solutions. Packaged solutions that
answer their key problems more or less out of the box. See how
you can improve the performance of Web-based applications to
users wherever they are.
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FEATURED READER RESOURCE

Network World Technology Insider on Security: Is Encryption the
Perspective?

Encryption won't solve all your security issues but these days
there is no excuse for not safeguarding your organization's
sensitive data. From Clear Choice product coverage to new
regulations and high-profile breaches, this Technology Insider
on Security covers it all. Click here to read now:

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