Archive for the 'Security' Category

USB Key Based Applications

Most people use the USB flash drives merely for storage. However, you can also run applications off of them. This is especially useful for shared computers. Your bookmarks, history, passwords, etc are stored on the USB key instead of the library’s computer for the world to see.

App-Stick is a great resource for applications that can be run from your USB drive. They have a wide variety of programs, from Firefox to Open Office to games.

Passwords – the most important and probably lacking security aspect of your system

Published by Chris March 21st, 2006

BaysideNetworks risk management code: PWD - passwords
A client called me today, concerned about the privacy of an important email that had been sent to a few of their users. Our client was suspicious that an employee that should not have seen this private message had specific knowledge of it.
He asked me, “How […]

New Virus Found

Symantec announced a new virus today. While the W32.Sober.Q is not a high level threat, its is a good reminder to keep your virus software up to date.