Q2 2006

In This Issue ...

Can you hear me?
If you are using unencrypted instant messaging, hackers can hear your every word. Learn how to protect your business and personal secrets.

Meet Randy Else
If you hear Randy Else talking about his handicap, it's not likely that he's referring to his agility as a network architect and system administrator. It's more likely that he's referring to his skill on the golf course.

How do others see you?
Your network, that is. Hackers everywhere use automated tools to probe your network for vulnerabilities, and it's an important, proactive move to make sure you know what they can see and not see. Regular external vul-nerability scans are not only a good idea—they help organizations to com-ply with HIPAA and Sarbanes-Oxley regulations.