Today's News: XP SP2 -- a study in security

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August 12, 2004 Published by  SearchWin2000.com Today's News NEWS     TOPICS     ASK THE EXPERTS     TIPS     WEBCASTS     WHITE PAPERS     Issue Sponsored By:   > Enterprise Outsourcing Decisions | Nov 1-3, Atlanta, GA IN THIS ISSUE:   >  XP SP2 security features at a glance   >  Enterprises should educate users before deploying Microsoft XP SP2   >  MS tool blocks XP SP2 upgrade -- for a while   >  More headlines   >  Group Policy 101   >  Sharpening up your soft skills   >  Win an iRiver iMP 450 SlimX CD/MP3 player!   >  The Missing Link: Talk to the phone, because the wallet isn't listening XP SP2 security features at a glance [SearchSecurity.com] A quick look at what you get once the security-oriented update is finally installed. MORE INFO: > Don't lose your cool when you install XP SP2 > How about some expert advice on XP SP2 testing   Enterprise Outsourcing Decisions | Nov 1-3, Atlanta, GA Outsourcing is no longer just a hot topic or over-hyped term; it's a necessity. Enterprise Outsourcing Decisions features advice from the top opinion leaders in the outsourcing field as well as authors and analysts with noted expertise in outsourcing specialty areas such as contracting, offshore outsourcing and ASPs. Qualify for early admission today! Confirm your registration today and save $1,495.   Enterprises should educate users before deploying Microsoft XP SP2 [SearchSecurity.com] Despite significant advances in security software and configurations, experts say that Microsoft XP's Service Pack 2 (SP2) shouldn't be implemented without first educating the user base. Incompatibility issues are another concern. MS tool blocks XP SP2 upgrade -- for a while [CNET News.com] Not ready to download XP SP2? You can get a tool from Microsoft's Web site that blocks this particular upgrade while Automatic Update is still running. The blocking tool gives companies four months to do their own rollouts before the Automatic Update does it. More headlines [From around the Web] Beta testers mush into Yukon (SearchDatabase.com) Windows safe from Linux on desktop (vnunet) Microsoft's image hurting in Japan (Associated Press) FEATURED TOPIC:  Group Policy 101 Is the vast world of Group Policies driving you crazy? You're not alone! Get the scoop from our articles, tipsters and site experts, and learn how to be a Group Policy pro. TIP:  Sharpening up your soft skills In the fast moving IT world, most IT professionals recognize the importance of keeping technical skills up to date. If you don't stay abreast of latest developments, you probably won't succeed in IT. But what is it that separates the "irreplacable" employees from the outsourcing-fodder? In many cases, the answer is soft skills. This helpful tip explains what you can do to keep your edge. AUGUST TIP CONTEST:  Win an iRiver iMP 450 SlimX CD/MP3 player! Have you been thinking about participating in one of our monthly tip contests? Start fresh in August and get your Windows-related IT tips submitted early for a crack at this month's awesome prize: an iRiver iMP 450 SlimX CD/MP3 player! Talk to the phone, because the wallet isn't listening [BBC News] Finally -- a cell phone that has some bling to go with that ring. People in Japan who own certain 3G mobile phones can use them to pay for stuff. No need to dig into their back pockets for their wallets or to go on a special spelunking trip into the depths of their purses. Using wireless giant NTT DoCoMo's network, the phone, which packs a smart card filled with personal financial data, conducts transactions with cash registers and ATMs that are equipped to "talk" to it. Another plus of the wireless wallet? No more fumbling around trying to figure out which end of the magnetic strip to swipe. 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: Tips from our experts 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 "Today's News": Go to unsubscribe: http://searchWin2000.techtarget.com/u?track=NL-118 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