Microsoft reveals some of its cloud security measures

Verizon expands cloud-based computing service; Virtualization Security: Protecting Unique IP Cloud Security NetworkWorld.com | Update Your Profile Sponsored by Avaya Mastering UC: An SMB Example In this live webcast, Jason Snook, IT director for Mindwave Research, will describe why his small-to-medium size business took the leap into unified communications. He'll talk about how UC has measurably improved Mindwave's bottom line, while providing superior business communications for both the company's customers and home-based workers. Spotlight Story Microsoft reveals some of its cloud security measures Microsoft has published security policies it applies to its cloud services, and sheds some light on what might ultimately develop as industry standards for securing these services. Read full story Related News: Tibco pushing new cloud application delivery system Tibco on Wednesday is set to unveil Silver, a platform aimed at large enterprises that want to develop and deploy applications in cloud-computing environments, but still harbor uncertainties about that model. Verizon expands cloud-based computing service Verizon Business has expanded the reach of its cloud-based services to include management for IT servers, networks and storage. Virtualization Security: Protecting Unique IP Moving to a nearly fully-virtualized infrastructure in 2008 made Joel Braverman a lot more confident in both the physical and digital IT infrastructure at his (relatively new) employer Universal Audio. As manager of IT and the guy responsible for security on that infrastructure-one that supports a company whose products are both expensive and almost entirely digital-it also made him extremely nervous, he says. June Giveaways Cisco Subnet and Microsoft Subnet are giving away training from Global Knowledge to two lucky readers and 15 copies each of books on IPv6 security, the Cisco Secure Firewall Services Module, and Active Directory Domain Services 2008. Deadline for entries June 30. Evolution of Ethernet From 3Mbps over shared coax to 40/100Gbps over fiber…and beyond. Apple iPhoneys: The 4G edition iPhone enthusiasts from around the Web offer their visions for the next-gen iPhone. Save money, increase quality, speed By incorporating Lean and Six Sigma, project managers are better equipped to ask the right questions and get the right answers, improving quality, customer service and cost. Discover how these management tools can minimize waste in your organization and streamline operations. Learn More   June 04, 2009 TOP STORIES | MOST DUGG STORIES Windows 7 to ship Oct. 22 Five things we love/hate about Win 7/Windows Server 2008 R2 40,000-plus Web sites infected in 'Beladen' Web attacks Nine management apps that won't bust your budget YouTube hit by porn storm The world's weirdest mice Economy has led to software pricing changes The stars of SkyMall So you think you know Apple? How to cut network expenses Take a Holistic Approach to Business Security Take a business-level view of security and risk management, so you can prioritize security activities and focus on those that make the most strategic sense. With this white paper, learn to direct resources to mitigate risk and costs, and see how IBM enterprise security can optimize business results. Learn More Inbox too cluttered? Take our survey to help us improve how IT professionals get the information they need. Click to take our survey Compare products, get advice, and check out tests and reviews from the experts at Network World. Over 70 categories. Visit now   This email was sent to security.world@gmail.com Complimentary Subscriptions Available for newsletter subscribers. Receive 50 issues of Network World Magazines, in print or electronic format, free of charge. Apply here. Terms of Service/Privacy   Subscription Services Update your profile To subscribe or unsubscribe to any Network World newsletter, change your e-mail address or contact us, click here. Unsubscribe Network World, Inc., 492 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701 Copyright Network World, Inc., 2009 www.networkworld.com