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15 essential open source tools for Windows admins

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ITworld Today
December 08, 2014

15 essential open source tools for Windows admins

Sure, Microsoft has a ton of useful admin tools, but terrific, complementary open source tools abound. READ MORE

 

Issue highlights

1. Data from wearable devices could soon land you in jail

2. Free Windows? Not a chance

3. Bluetooth spec updated to improve security for IoT

4. NSA spy program targets mobile networks worldwide

5. Improved Skype 7 for Windows rolls out against backdrop of user complaints

6. Apple asks court to dismiss iTunes DRM case after curious plaintiff twist

7. Google to begin contacting customers about in-app refunds

8. 3 ways to use social media to recruit better tech talent (CIO.com)

9. The 5 worst big data privacy risks -- and how to guard against them (CSOonline.com)

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Six Essential Elements for A Modern Mobility Strategy

Enterprises that understand the strategic importance of mobility are moving to the head of the pack. With a cohesive mobile strategy that balances secure content sharing, enhanced collaboration, and a superior user experience, a company can ultimately facilitate innovation across the organization. View now

Data from wearable devices could soon land you in jail

Data from a Fitbit wristband is being used in an insurance civil litigation case, but the ramifications of the legal fight are clear: A judge can subpoena data from a wearable device. READ MORE

Free Windows? Not a chance

Microsoft is dousing speculation that it would make Windows free across the board. READ MORE

Bluetooth spec updated to improve security for IoT

The Bluetooth Special Interest Group has announced a new version of its wireless connectivity specification designed to improve secure connections with Internet of Things (IoT) in mind. READ MORE

NSA spy program targets mobile networks worldwide

Documents leaked by Edward Snowden show evidence of previously undisclosed operations. READ MORE

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How to Identify SAP Security Weak Spots

Threats affecting the SAP application layer are frequently overlooked, leaving systems exposed to malicious attacks. This SAP Insider highlights the security blinds spots and explains how automated assessment and audit solutions enable organizations to monitor, detect, prioritize, and prevent threats to close security gaps and mitigate risks. Learn More

Improved Skype 7 for Windows rolls out against backdrop of user complaints

Lync integration is the biggest improvement, along with touch enabling and a new compact view that helps you use your screen space more efficiently. READ MORE

Apple asks court to dismiss iTunes DRM case after curious plaintiff twist

It turns out that the class-action plaintiffs may never have owned iPods affected by DRM. READ MORE

Google to begin contacting customers about in-app refunds

The FTC approves a final settlement in its complaint over children's unauthorized in-app purchases. READ MORE

3 ways to use social media to recruit better tech talent (CIO.com)

Is your company using social media to its full potential when it comes to finding new employees? Your competition probably is. READ MORE

The 5 worst big data privacy risks -- and how to guard against them (CSOonline.com)

There are enormous benefits from Big Data analytics, but also massive potential for exposure that could result in anything from embarrassment to outright discrimination. Here's what to look out for - and how to protect yourself and your employees. READ MORE

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A Fully Dynamic Network Mapping Solution

Accurate network diagrams are the Holy Grail in enterprise network management – most network teams know they should be documenting their networks but haven't found a universally good way of doing it. Learn More

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