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T-Mobile works to tighten Wi-Fi security
October 13, 2003
The carrier starts testing the 802.1x spec at certain U.S. hot spots, part of a push to lock up data and reassure businesses wary about the safety of information on Wi-Fi networks.
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Windows Wi-Fi patch could be long time coming
January 18, 2006
Microsoft confirms a Wi-Fi security flaw in Windows XP, but the wait for a fix may be as long as 18 months.
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Microsoft gets Windows XP update ready
December 11, 2003
The software maker is set to release a test version of an update to Windows XP, which adds security features and improved support for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi networks.
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Gateway NX100X
Reviewed on March 29, 2006
Home and business users seeking an inexpensive, if basic, ultraportable will be pleased with the well-designed Gateway NX100X.
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Broadcom flaw could allow Wi-Fi hijacks
November 14, 2006
Vulnerable software was shipped in PCs and networking gear from HP, Dell, Gateway, eMachines and others.
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Stamping out fires in security
October 3, 2006
A zero-day flaw in MacOS X and Firefox and third-party Windows patches turn up the heat for Net users. Plus: Buyout boom in security.
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Microsoft wireless net due for upgrade
December 9, 2004
Company's campuswide wireless network is "nearing end of life," says a senior director in firm's IT unit.
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Black Hat: Privacy risk in e-Passports
August 8, 2006
special coverage RFID-based cards are easy to clone, researchers say. See the video here.
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Week in review: Security breach
October 10, 2003
Despite heightened awareness of security vulnerabilities, prying eyes are still making very public intrusions.
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Week in review: Playing for keeps
May 20, 2005
E3 could have been dubbed Battle of the Boxes as game console makers competed to show why their next-gen machines will be the next must-have.
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