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There has been a lot of hype in the last week or so around the launch of Google+, the new social media project from the search engine juggernaut. Even the talk about the rumors surrounding the fall launch of iPhone 5 have been dwarfed by the topic. I have not yet had the pleasure of gaining access to G+, but I am awaiting my invite any day. Based on preliminary reviews and the features that it claims to have mastered, I believe G+ has great … [Read more...]
During the recent security conference Hack In The Box, security researchers from Qualys Labs showcased the fruits of their efforts to scan the Internet’s websites for proper implementation of security features like SSL and its successor TLS. What they found could only be described as dismal. SSL stands for Secure Sockets Layer, and TLS for Transport Layer Security. While these two protocols share the same purpose, it’s important to note … [Read more...]
Walking Through the Front Door Many corporations today have become dependant upon their websites. Where once websites were simply information portals or advertisments for their owners, they have transformed into something far greater. Today companies all over the world rely on their websites to log in remotely, provide news and information to employees and shareholders, or allow customers to access services. Too often we hear about huge … [Read more...]