Lavon Peters

Lavon Peters is a senior editor for Windows IT Pro and SQL Server Magazine, specializing in security. She has worked as a technical editor since 1994.
Email:lavon.peters@penton.com

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November, 2009
Kerio WinRoute Firewall 6.7.1
An updated firewall solution for SMBs.
Windows IT Pro

September, 2009
New Data Breach Rule for Healthcare Companies
A useful law is unwittingly diluted by bureaucratic whitewashing.
Windows IT Pro

August, 2009
Antivirus Appliances for Windows Networks
The benefits of antivirus appliances over software and hosted services are cost, performance, and ease of use. Determine whether one of these appliances is right for your environment.
Windows IT Pro

June, 2009
Buyer's Guide: Windows Server Intrusion Detection Products
Compare software and services that will protect your network from intruders, so that you can be sure to get the features you need.
Windows IT Pro

April, 2009
Microsoft Security Patches for April
Microsoft released its latest list of security bulletins, with five of the eight vulnerabilities rated as critical, two as important, and one as moderate.
Windows IT Pro

April, 2009
5 Tips to Ensure Safe Passwords
Create and maintain secure passwords with tips from Large Software, as well as resources from Windows IT Pro.
Windows IT Pro

April, 2009
New Worm Named Neeris Mimics Conficker
Microsoft is warning that a new version of the Neeris worm is now actively targeting the same security vulnerabilities as Conficker.
Windows IT Pro

February, 2009
I'm InTouch SecurePC Prevents Lost Data on Stolen Laptops
Lost and stolen laptops pose a huge security threat. To mitigate this risk, Remote Access Software developed the I'm InTouch secure access platform.
Windows IT Pro

February, 2009
SQL Injection Attacks on the Rise
Last year saw a 10-fold increase in SQL injection attacks.
SQL Server Magazine

January, 2009
Top 10 Security Stories of 2008
Here are 2008's top security stories, including related Windows IT Pro resources.
Windows IT Pro

January, 2009
Improve Your Desktop Backup and Security
Symantec recently released a beta version of Norton 360 3.0.
Windows IT Pro

December, 2008
Internet Explorer Patch now Available
In case you haven't already switched from Internet Explorer to Firefox or Google Chrome, the Microsoft IE patch is available at the company’s website.
Windows IT Pro

December, 2008
Lumension Survey Notes Top Threats
Major concerns include cybercrime, outsourcing, mobility, virtualization, and cloud computing.
Windows IT Pro

December, 2008
Microsoft and EMC Collaborate to Protect Data
Microsoft is partnering with EMC's RSA security division to help prevent enterprise data loss and protect sensitive information.
Windows IT Pro

December, 2008
Barracuda Also Jumps at SonicWALL Failure
Barracuda counters Astaro's offer on SonicWALL appliance trade-in.
Windows IT Pro

December, 2008
Astaro Responds to SonicWALL Failure
One security appliance vendor takes advantage of another’s failure.
Windows IT Pro

December, 2008
New IT Automation Tools
Two new versions of Kaseya’s Kaseya Endpoint Security (KES) and Backup and Disaster Recovery (BU-DR) modules are now available.
Windows IT Pro

December, 2008
Cyber Monday Creates Enterprise Security Risks
Online shopping can open your network to all kinds of attacks.
Windows IT Pro

November, 2008
CA Releases Home Security Suite
Enhanced malware protection
Windows IT Pro

November, 2008
WPA Security Standard Hacked
Two graduate students/researchers have cracked the WPA security standard, opening the door to additional wireless attacks.
Windows IT Pro

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