Recall Microsoft
Friday, August 22, 2003
The Register: Forget California, it’s time to recall Microsoft
For the second time this year, Microsoft is the source of a major internet security event. First was Slammer/Sapphire in January that seriously impacted networks and corporations around the world, including shutting down ATM machines at some large banks. And now, we’ve got MSBlaster taking advantage of a years-old vulnerability in Microsoft Windows operating systems. But unlike Slammer that only targeted servers, this one goes after desktop computers as well - meaning that ninety percent of the world’s computers are potential targets and victims this week.� Consumer desktops are significantly more plentiful than corporate ones but less-protected against viruses, worms, and other attacks. As low-hanging fruit goes, they’re a perfect target of opportunity for cyber-mischief.
An interesting take on the realities of the current virus problems. He concludes that people might be better off trying other software.
It may take a little bit of effort to switch and get used to the new product, but the long-term payoff will be worth it.
I have macs at the office (not my decision) and home (my decision) as well as a pc and I really do prefer OSX to XP. An idea that doesn’t require new hardware is Linux, not only is it free, there are free guis for working with it as well.
Computing News — laura
