Security Tip: EFS issues in Windows XP/2003

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July 13, 2004 Published by  SearchWin2000.com Security Tip NEWS     TOPICS     ASK THE EXPERTS     TIPS     WEBCASTS     WHITE PAPERS     Issue Sponsored By:   > Windows Job Opportunities! IN THIS ISSUE:   >  EFS issues in Windows XP/2003   >  Microsoft's Security Guidance Center for Small Business   >  Remind users to never patch from e-mail attachments   >  Acquisition impacts software distribution market   >  IE on the hot seat EFS issues in Windows XP/2003 [Zubair Alexander] The Encrypting File System (EFS) in Windows XP and Windows 2003 includes several features that were not included in the Windows 2000 EFS. This tip looks at the major differences between the Windows 2000 and the Windows XP/2003 EFS implementations.   Windows Job Opportunities! Gain immediate access to thousands of Windows job listings at the SearchWin2000.com Career Center powered by Dice. Make your job search easier with our Career Center resources. Sign up today!   Microsoft's Security Guidance Center for Small Business [Ed Tittel] In recent months, Microsoft has really upped its investment in helping customers make their Windows systems and networks more secure. Take a look at some of the resources available at Microsoft's Security Guidance Center for Small Business. Remind users to never patch from e-mail attachments [Tom Lancaster] It's essential to train your users never to use e-mail attachments to patch systems. The fact is, neither Microsoft nor any other reputable software vendors, including antivirus companies, ever send patches or updates to subscribers or users via e-mail. Acquisition impacts software distribution market [Margie Semilof] One expert predicts that the purchase of Installshield will make Macrovision a "one-stop-shop" for software packaging, distribution and licensing. FEATURED TOPIC:  IE on the hot seat Recent attacks on Microsoft's Internet Explorer browser have caused the long-dormant browser wars to heat up again. Pundits everywhere are pushing the panic button -- is it time to dump IE? JULY TIP CONTEST:  Win an iRiver Flash (iFP 790T) MP3 player! Have you been thinking about participating in one of our monthly tip contests? Start fresh in July and get your Windows-related IT tips submitted early for a crack at this month's awesome prize: an iRiver Flash (iFP 790T) MP3 player! EXPERT ANSWER CENTER:  Rod Trent: Systems management Visit TechTarget's new Expert Answer Center for fast answers to your toughest IT questions. Rod Trent, renowned systems management expert and manager of myITforum.com, kicks off this new site. Systems management is one of the hottest areas of IT right now and the tools can save you boatloads of time or drown you in complexity. Rod has been managing intricate systems for many years and can answer your most difficult questions. Try him! Contact Us Sales For sales inquiries, please contact us at: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Editorial For feedback about any of our articles or to send us your article ideas, please contact us at: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Free E-Newsletters! Select e-newsletters you would like to receive via e-mail! SearchWin2000: Administrator Tips Not a Member? We'll activate your membership with your subscription. ABOUT THIS E-NEWSLETTER This e-newsletter is published by SearchWin2000.com, a targeted Web site from TechTarget, the most targeted IT media and events company. Copyright 2004 TechTarget. All rights reserved. To unsubscribe from "Windows Security Administration Tips": Go to unsubscribe: http://searchWin2000.techtarget.com/u?track=NL-122 Please note, unsubscribe requests may take up to 24 hours to process; you may receive additional mailings during that time. A confirmation e-mail will be sent when your request has been successfully processed. Contact Us: SearchWin2000 Member Services 117 Kendrick Street, Suite 800 Needham, MA 02494