Why we need a single, strong federal privacy law; Insurers keep an eye on cloud security threats

People, process limitations hamper x86 virtualization, IBM security expert says; Compliance Alert NetworkWorld.com | Update Your Profile Sponsored by Villanova University Online Managing Testing Resources Get what you need out of the testing group without managing or hand-holding. Through checklists and expert advice, learn how to hold the testing group accountable for their services, quality and schedule without interfering with their work. Spotlight Story Why we need a single, strong federal privacy law Regulatory compliance continues to be the main driver for security spending in almost all industries. But in essence, compliance is assymetrical warfare: it costs a lot more to comply with new regulations than it does to write them. Read full story Related News: Insurers keep an eye on cloud security threats Data loss is possible anywhere, including in the networks of cloud computing providers, but the unique challenges there are significant enough that they are getting a special look from insurers. People, process limitations hamper x86 virtualization, IBM security expert says X86 virtualization is not ready for highly regulated, mission-critical applications, IBM security expert Joshua Corman argued at Interop Las Vegas this week. May Giveaways Cisco Subnet, Microsoft Subnet and Google Subnet are collectively giving away books on Google Apps Deciphered, the CCNA Security exam, an awesome SQL Server 2005/2008 training video and the grand prize, a Microsoft training course from New Horizons worth up to $2,500. Deadline for entries May 31. Evolution of Ethernet From 3Mbps over shared coax to 40/100Gbps over fiber…and beyond. Apple iPhoneys: The 4G edition iPhone enthusiasts from around the Web offer their visions for the next-gen iPhone. Keep Storage Costs in Check with Tape The Clipper Group outlines the real costs of migrating to a disk-based storage. You will learn about the dramatic differences between tape-based and disk-based storage in regards to floor space, hardware and energy costs. Find out why tape storage, especially, LTO-4, should be part of your long-term storage plans. View Now   May 29, 2009 TOP STORIES | MOST DUGG STORIES Stimulus bill to provide 'windfall' for wireless providers Are you ready for Mi-Fi? YouTube hit by porn storm Microsoft removes Windows 7's "Crippleware" three-app limit Verizon: Incompetent training or corporate indifference? Malware knocks out U.S. Marshals Service network Ex-Microsoftie: Free software will kill Redmond Huawei moves up in networking's big leagues Cisco enhances routers, switches for collaboration Want to friend the feds? Upgrading your App Delivery Processes Outdated load balancers can hurt more than help. The latest application delivery appliance advances will be discussed in this Webcast. Learn about must-have features for your next appliance and real-world benefits. Register for this Webcast now. Compare products, get advice, and check out tests and reviews from the experts at Network World. Over 70 categories. Visit now   This email was sent to networking.world@gmail.com Complimentary Subscriptions Available for newsletter subscribers. Receive 50 issues of Network World Magazines, in print or electronic format, free of charge. Apply here. Terms of Service/Privacy   Subscription Services Update your profile To subscribe or unsubscribe to any Network World newsletter, change your e-mail address or contact us, click here. Unsubscribe Network World, Inc., 492 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701 Copyright Network World, Inc., 2009 www.networkworld.com