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Microsoft’s Cybersleuths Combat Spam
When Software Fails to Stop Spam, It’s Time to Bring In the Detectives. Continue Reading
MSN Will Release New Search Tool
Microsoft to launch new search tool. According to CBS MarketWatch, the new application will be launched as a beta, and “allow users to search for files and information across their PCs, in e-mails, on the Internet and from other sources.” See also Google Readies Launch of New Desktop Search Tool. Continue Reading
Google Readies Launch of New Desktop Search Tool
An article is today’s New York Times describes the new, apparently free, search engine tool, code named “Puffin,” that Google is preparing to introduce for use in locating files and text on your PC. Continue Reading
EU Ruling on Microsoft
The Commission of the European Communities decision, April 21, 2004, is 302 pages, pdf. Continue Reading
Microsoft Patent For Mouse Scroll Wheel
Patent 6,700,564 granted March 4, 2004 – Input device including a wheel assembly for scrolling an image in multiple directions: “Abstract: A computer input device having a housing and an engagable scroll wheel. The scroll wheel is rotatable about an axis to preferably cause vertical scrolling of an image on a display. The rotatable member… Continue Reading
Microsoft Statement on Downloading Leaked Source Code
From the statement: “Microsoft is sending letters explaining to individuals who have already downloaded the source code that such actions are in violation of the law. Additionally, Microsoft has instituted the use of alerts on several peer-to-peer clients where such illegal sharing of the source code has taken place. These alerts are designed to inform… Continue Reading
Microsoft Will Delay Browser Changes Related to Patent Dispute
An update on the Microsoft-Eolas patent dispute: Microsoft Holds Off on Eolas-Related Changes To Windows and Internet Explorer – “Microsoft Corp. today announced that it will not, for now, implement modifications to its Windows® operating system or Microsoft® Internet Explorer as a result of the Eolas patent lawsuit. Given the present legal status as well… Continue Reading
Critical New IE Flaw Will Be Addressed by Microsoft
Microsoft announced that an update will be forthcoming (no date provided) to patch a recently revealed IE 6 browser flaw that leaves users vulnerable to unintentionally downloading malware through files from websites that appear legitimate. A description of this flaw, as well as a demonstration of its application, is provided by the security company Secunia. Continue Reading
Microsoft to Appeal Browser Patent Decision
Microsoft spokesman Jim Desler is quoted in this Internet.com article in response to yesterday’s patent infringement decision (1:99-cv-626), “We feel very good about our prospects on appeal. We remain steadfast in our belief that the Eolas patent is not valid. While the judge did not grant all our post trial motions, the court did accept… Continue Reading
Browser Patent Claim Upheld Against Microsoft
This afternoon, Judge James B. Zagel, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (Chicago), refused to overturn a $521 million verdict against Microsoft, ruling in favor of Eolas Technologies Inc. in their web patent infringment dispute. The patent at issue is number 5,838,906, and is titled “Distributed hypermedia method for automatically invoking external application providing… Continue Reading
Predictions That Cybercrime Will Increase in 2004
From the Washington Post, Online Financial Crime Headed From Bad to Worse. Worms, viruses and browser flaws will all continue to pose security risks for enterprise wide networks and home users alike in 2004. There are numerous web resources on these topics, and here are several to keep you current on the latest threats: Internet… Continue Reading
