Identity definition hard to pin down

ConSentry Networks goes out of business; One-in-four hackers runs Opera to ward off other criminals Security: Identity Management Alert NetworkWorld.com | Update Your Profile Sponsored by Courion Corporation White Paper: Balancing Security and ROI Download this important, topical White Paper from Courion and RSA, the security division of EMC: Securing Sensitive Information with Identity and Access Assurance to learn how you can securely and cost-effectively ensure that only the right people have access to the right resources. Click to continue Spotlight Story Identity definition hard to pin down One think I can say about the IdM discipline and those who practice it -- we do love to keep chewing the same bone over and over. Earlier this month, on the "community" mailing list for Identity Commons, a public list that used to be the private domain of the Identity Gang, someone raised what I'm sure he considered to be an innocent question: "I looked around to get a good definition of identity and am finding somewhat narrowly scoped definitions... Read full story Related News: ConSentry Networks goes out of business NAC pioneer ConSentry Networks is going out of business effective today, according to the company's founder. One-in-four hackers runs Opera to ward off other criminals Hackers using multi-exploit attack "toolkits" take defensive measures of their own against other criminals, a security researcher said today. Online class helps security pros sharpen their skills To help IT security professionals sharpen their skills, InfoWorld is offering a free, 20-lesson "Security Boot Camp" online class. The class is conducted via e-mail, with students getting one assignment each workday that connects the theory of best security practices with the hands-on reality of implementing such advice. Managed security services all the rage It's an understatement to say that IT organizations face exceptionally challenging times. For many, budget cutbacks for 2009 were worse than predicted. August Giveaways Cisco Subnet is giving away training from Global Knowledge and 15 copies of Practical Intrusion Analysis; Microsoft Subnet is giving away training from Global Knowledge and 15 copies of SCCM 2007 Unleashed. Google Subnet is giving away 15 copies of Web Geek's Guide to Google Chrome. Entry forms can be found on the Cisco Subnet, Microsoft Subnet and Google Subnet home pages. Deadline for entries is August 31. Network World on Twitter? You bet we are 10 sports technologies to love, 5 to hate Many technologies help fans enjoy sports. Others just annoy. Apple disasters Apple has enjoyed huge success with the iPod and iPhone, but Apple has had a number of commercial flops, too. White Paper: Balancing Security and ROI Download this important, topical White Paper from Courion and RSA, the security division of EMC: Securing Sensitive Information with Identity and Access Assurance to learn how you can securely and cost-effectively ensure that only the right people have access to the right resources. Click to continue Security Best Practices, Tools, More You can never have enough expert advice when it comes to security. Download this Executive Guide today and discover the latest in solid security tools and strategies, emerging trends in NAC devices and data-leakage protection tools, and much more. Click here.   August 24, 2009 TOP STORIES | MOST DUGG STORIES How to build a 100,000-port Ethernet switch Windows 7 RC downloads end Thursday The 10 stupidest tech company blunders Apple disasters Account password reset procedures a joke Windows WINS attacks in the wild When Apple flops: The worst products of all time DNS 'blacklist' unveiled Port 666 FAQ: How to get Windows 7 on the cheap Sophos Security Solution Center With the threat landscape constantly changing, you need to have comprehensive protection that isn't complicated. With Sophos, you get complete protection for less investment. You get best-in-class threat protection, and data security and compliance that are simple and affordable so you can get more out of your existing security budget. Review timely resources at this Solution Center. Visit this site today! 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