Windows XP security issues, updates and alerts

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	Why Windows Vista is superior to XP SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 10.13.2008 OPINION - Complaints about Windows Vista have been heard loud and clear, but is Vista really that much worse than Windows XP? Windows expert Brien Posey doesn't think so.

	Longhorn's lengthy security wish list SearchWindowsSecurity.com | 21 Jun 2005 ARTICLE - Aside from demanding Microsoft carve in stone which security features will be released with Longhorn, TechEd conference attendees have both hopes and reservations about the new OS.

	How much encryption is too much? SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 03.01.2005 OPINION - Many security companies try to thwart competitors by including stronger encryption in their products. But is this a battle worth fighting? Brien Posey offers his take on encryption-strength wars and explains how to ...

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	Enhancing patch management with NAP Submitted By: SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 13 Oct 2008 TIP - Patch management has always been a necessary evil for Windows systems. But now, thanks to Network Access Protection (NAP), patch management just got a whole lot easier.

	Unauthenticated vs. authenticated security testing Submitted By: SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 09 Oct 2008 TIP - Security testing as a user signed into the network can yield different results. Use unauthenticated and authenticated testing and learn the pros and cons of each method.

	How to exploit two common Windows vulnerabilities 08 Oct 2008 TIP - Metasploit and other free security testing tools can help you uncover Windows security vulnerabilities, like unencrypted laptop drives and local Windows password hashes.

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	Windows security toolbox: Network security SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 24 Sep 2008 RESOURCE KIT - Check out these 12 free tools from SearchWindowsSecurity.com to prevent attackers from crippling your network.

	Identity and Access Management Security School SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 24 Sep 2008 SECURITY SCHOOL - This Security School explores establishing and maintaining an effective identity and access management plan. Each lesson includes a webcast, podcast, technical article and quiz.

	Windows security in the enterprise: Tutorials SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 24 Sep 2008 LEARNING GUIDE - In this collection of Windows security tutorials, learn about Windows security threats, Microsoft patch management policy, managing network access and more.

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	ServerFiles.com TechGenix Ltd. | 24 Jun 2005 BEST WEB LINK - ServerFiles.com, previously 32Bit.com, is a download and software directory for network administrators and IT professionals that are looking for networking and server software for Windows 2003, Windows 2000 or Windows NT, and ...

	Steve Thornburg's Computer Security and Software Resources page Steve Thornburg | 21 Apr 2005 BEST WEB LINK - This site provides numerous links to established resources on computer security and software security issues. You will find links to Windows security topics, articles and tips. It's a great starting point for your research.

	Customizing Windows Firewall WindowSecurity.com | 18 Nov 2004 BEST WEB LINK - Deploying Windows Firewall's default configuration may hinder business-critical applications that require specific TCP or UDP ports to be open in order to function properly. This step-by-step guide illustrates how ...

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	drive-by download 21 Mar 2003 WORD - What is a drive-by download? A drive-by download is a program that is automatically downloaded to your computer without your consent or even your knowledge. Unlike a pop-up download, which asks for assent (albeit in a ...

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