Security Advisor


Security Myths Exposed

Joern demystifies common misconceptions about SSL and complex passwords.

Share and Share Alike

Microsoft's Shared Computer Toolkit can help ease the pain of configuring security for a shared computer.

Microsoft at Your Service

Joern takes a look at Microsoft's new Live security services.

A Wall Around Your Servers

Using IPsec policies for server isolation is easier than you think.

That Isolated Feeling

Taking an isolationist approach is sometimes good -- especially for securing your domains and servers.

Message Hygiene -- Microsoft Style: Part II

Now that you've got those filters going, Joern takes a look at what else you can do to help keep incoming e-mails clean.

Message Hygiene -- Microsoft Style: Part I

Keep your inboxes clean of spam and viruses with some new tools and enhancements in Exchange 2003.

Rootkit Runaround: Protect Yourself Against an Emerging Threat

A program that can detect rootkits should be an integral part of your security toolbox.

Time To Get Physical

If you're really concerned about securing your systems, start with the physical.

Will R2 Make You More Secure?

The new version of Windows Server 2003 has some components directly targed at security pros, but they may not be what your network needs. Joern Wettern takes a detailed look to help you decide.

Know Your Rights (Management)

Does Microsoft have the right Digital Rights Management (DRM) solution for you?

The State of Biometric Authentication

After years of unfulfilled promises, biometrics products are finally entering the mainstream. Here's a look at some of the most common solutions offered and how they measure up against each other.

Dump Your DMZ!

Many DMZs aren't as secure as you might think -- here's how to determine if yours have outlived their usefulness.

Secure Network Access Control

Protect your corporate network by controlling which users and computers can access it at all.

Picking the Right Firewall

<i>Redmond</i>'s new Security Advisor drills down the specifics of what should be considered when selecting your next firewall.

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