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Tech News Flash: Thursday -- August 6, 2009

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Today's Headlines
Smart Meters and Security: Locking Up the Grid
Linux - The New 'Hot' Job Skill
Camera Zoom for iPhone Is Close Enough
E-Reader Plot Thickens With New Sony Devices
Marines Cut Off From Social Networks
Hathaway Resignation Leaves Cybersecurity Leadership Void

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The SMB Case for Sending Security Skyward (32:22 minutes)
As more devices -- especially mobile devices -- become part of a
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Today's Story Highlights

Smart Meters and Security: Locking Up the Grid
Despite reports earlier this year about spies penetrating the computers
that help control America's electrical grid, utility companies appear to
be slow in clamping down on security, and that perception has led to a
tongue-lashing from a House of Representatives committee.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/67791.html

Linux - The New 'Hot' Job Skill
There are many reasons to love Linux, as geeks around the world already
know, but recent news adds yet another to the already long list of
glorious virtues: It has now been named the No. 2 hottest IT job skill.
Yes, Linux has claimed the second spot on research firm Foote Partners'
list of hottest noncertified IT skills, behind only Java EE/SE/ME.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/67789.html

Camera Zoom for iPhone Is Close Enough
Using an iPhone for just a little over a year now has changed my
behavior in a few subtle ways. I almost never check personal email at my
desktop, I have less fear of the DMV, and my peripheral vision while
walking has improved greatly thanks to a few notable, non-fatal
incidents. I also tend to take certain attributes of the iPhone's
touchscreen for granted.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/67787.html

E-Reader Plot Thickens With New Sony Devices
Sony fired its latest salvo in the battle for the e-book reader market
on Wednesday with the unveiling of two new e-readers, one of which will
be priced at under $200. It also cut the prices of new book releases and
New York Times bestseller titles in its eBook Store to $9.99. Sony
recently established ties with Google Books in a bid to increase its
content -- a critical issue for digital content providers.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/67780.html

Marines Cut Off From Social Networks
The U.S. Marine Corps has banned service members from using military
computers to access social networking sites, and the Department of
Defense is reviewing the services to see if they pose too great a
security threat to allow. Such sites are popular with young service
members who want to keep in touch with friends and family at home.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/67784.html

Hathaway Resignation Leaves Cybersecurity Leadership Void
The Obama administration appears to be having as much trouble as its
predecessors in decrypting the secrets of how to retain its
cybersecurity advisers. Monday's resignation of Melissa Hathaway has
Washington insiders and tech industry observers buzzing about yet
another roadblock in President Obama's intention to revamp network
protection policy.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/67785.html

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