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Feb 10, 2012

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DEFINITION: A trusted platform module (TPM) is a specialized chip that can be installed on the motherboard of a personal computer for the purpose of hardware authentication . The TPM authenticates the computer in question rather than the user. To do so, TPM stores information specific to the host system, such as encryption keys, digital certificate s and password s.TPM minimizes the risk that data on the computer … Definition continues below.
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Five Tips to Help You Prepare for the Updated 2012 CISSP Exam sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: The Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) exam is scheduled for an update in January 2012. Find out how you can prepare and pass the updated exam in this tip guide. Posted: 06 Dec 2011 \| Published: 06 Dec 2011 TOPICS: Certificate in Computer Programming \| Certification Programs \| CISSP \| Security \| Security Industry \| Security Policies

Case Study - Large Global Bank sponsored by Riverbed Technology, Inc. CASE STUDY: A large global bank, one of the top 10 companies in the world, was facing several serious IT challenges as it continued to expand its operations globally. Download the case study to learn how Riverbed Steelhead® appliances helped the bank eliminate all branch-based backup, dramatically improve application speeds around the world, and more. Posted: 12 Jan 2012 \| Published: 12 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Application Development \| Application Security \| Backups \| Banking Industry \| Enterprise Content Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Storage Consolidation \| Storage Efficiency \| Storage Infrastructure \| Storage Management \| Storage Optimization \| Storage Security

Ten Factors To Consider For Business Grade WLANS sponsored by Avaya WHITE PAPER: Access this whitepaper for a list of 10 key factors to consider when creating a business grade WLAN. Posted: 05 Dec 2011 \| Published: 05 Dec 2011 TOPICS: 802.11n \| Network Architectures \| Network Design \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Network Performance \| Network Security \| Security \| WLAN \| WLAN Access Points \| WLAN Hardware \| WLAN Management \| WLAN Protocols

Desktop Virtualization: Empowering Information Security sponsored by Citrix WHITE PAPER: Desktop virtualization offers businesses a powerful solution for today’s information security needs. Inside, discover the top demands driving desktop virtualization adoption. Posted: 10 Jan 2012 \| Published: 10 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| Desktop Virtualization Software \| Security \| Security Management \| Virtual Desktop Infrastructure \| Virtualization Security

Cloud in Government sponsored by Red Hat WHITE PAPER: This white paper explains how government IT can enjoy cloud capabilities while keeping existing IT investments and avoiding vendor lock-in. Explore how open source and application portability in the cloud and the relationships between technology providers are critical to building a successful cloud strategy. Posted: 23 Jan 2012 \| Published: 23 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Government Agencies (U.S.) \| Hybrid clouds \| Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) \| Open Source \| Private Cloud \| Security

Consumerization and Social Media: Where is the Business Return? sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel WHITE PAPER: This white paper offers analysis of IDC surveys conducted in autumn 2011 of top IT leaders in Europe on the proliferation of social media and new access devices and their implications for business and government organizations. Posted: 27 Dec 2011 \| Published: 27 Dec 2011 TOPICS: IT Management \| Mobile CRM \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Social Computing \| Social Networking

HP 3PAR Secure Service Architecture sponsored by HPM Networks WHITE PAPER: This white paper introduces a utility-based storage solution and a secure service architecture designed to provide the SAN performance, scalability and availability needed in today's dynamic data center. In this paper you'll learn about the authentication, authorization and audit logging features of this security platform. Posted: 10 Jan 2012 \| Published: 10 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Backups \| Data Center Consolidation \| Data Center Infrastructure Efficiency \| Data Center Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Storage Consolidation \| Storage Efficiency \| Storage Hardware \| Storage Management \| Storage Security

Network technology trends for 2012: Wireless LAN and BYOD sponsored by Enterasys EGUIDE: Access this expert E-Guide from SearchNetworking.com to uncover predictions for the upcoming year from a leading industry analyst. Posted: 30 Jan 2012 \| Published: 30 Jan 2012 TOPICS: 802.11n \| Endpoint Security \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| PC Operating Systems \| Security \| Smart Phones \| Tablet PC \| Videoconferences \| Wi-Fi \| WLAN \| WLAN Management

Survey: All's Not Well at Endpoints sponsored by Autonomy, an HP company WHITE PAPER: This white paper is here to help you find an effective, efficient and affordable endpoint data protection solution. By exploring the need for endpoint security and the liabilities associated with not having security practices in place, this paper provides all of the information you need to find a solution that's right for your organization. Posted: 18 Jan 2012 \| Published: 18 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Backups \| Data Center Management \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Management \| Data Security \| Data Storage \| Endpoint Security \| Security \| Security Management \| Storage Management \| Storage Security

The Cloud's Impact on the Economics of Branch Office Networking Webinar sponsored by Aerohive Networks WEBCAST: See how cloud-enabled networking can yield many benefits for remote branches and teleworkers, and learn an action plan for IT leaders to re-think their network strategy to save money in both the short- and long-term. Posted: 07 Dec 2011 \| Premiered: 07 Dec 2011 TOPICS: Enterprise \| Mobile Workers \| Network Design \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Network Performance \| Private Cloud \| Public Cloud \| Remote Office Connectivity \| Remote Offices \| Remote Users \| Security \| WAN

COMPUTER SECURITY DEFINITION (continued): … will be compromised by physical theft or an attack by an external hacker . Hardware protection is inherently less vulnerable to software-based attacks and authentication processes are conducted through a secure subsystem. The device also enhances the security of Web browser s, email programs and other important applications.TPM chips are available from a number of vendors, including Atmel, Broadcom, Infineon, Sinosun, STMicroelectronics and Winbond. TPM could, potentially, be used on any type of computing device. The devices are currently being installed on desktops, laptops and tablet PCs by …
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