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Azure manages to avoid a Hailstorm of criticism

Microsoft's Hailstorm prompted an avalanche of criticism when it was proposed seven years ago, but developers seem to have few qualms with Windows Azure, which embraces many of the same notions. Read more »

Apple OS X flaw exposes Keychain password

Apple has confirmed a security glitch that, in many situations, will let someone with physical access to a Macintosh computer gain access to the password of the active user account. Read more »

Novell introduces Linux thin client

Novell has launched a thin-client version of Suse Linux that comes with a tool third parties can use to build tailored sytems. Read more »

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Don't underestimate passwords in Web apps

Password security for a Web application is a no-brainer for seasoned Web developers. But should you force users to enter strong passwords? Read more »

Tools to protect your Flash source code

Stealing Flash source code may not be nice, but it's all too easy. Fortunately, protecting your Flash applications is easy thanks to a variety of tools available today. Read more »

Are you ready for 64-bit architecture development?

Many chipmakers have announced desktop-ready CPU chips based on 64-bit architecture. Will such desktops lead to a migration to 64-bit architecture development in the coming year? And, more importantly, will you be ready for it? Read more »

Protect .NET work with obfuscation

Looking to obfuscate your .NET code? Look no further as Tony Patton explores obsfucation in action. Read more »

Encrypting .NET configuration files through code

Encryption support for configuration files was added to the .NET Framework beginning with version 2.0. We'll show you examples of controlling encryption and decryption in both VB.NET and C# code. Read more »

Authenticate clients and e-transactions with SSL certificate authority

Secure Sockets Layer technology ensures that transactions are encrypted and safe from outside influences. Get the basics of setting up SSL Certificates of Authentication. Read more »

Master simple forms authentication in .NET

Using forms authentication, you can quickly build a simple, secure Web app. This walk-through shows you how to apply the strategy in your apps. Read more »

Encrypting configuration data in ASP.NET 2.0

Learn how to protect data stored in a configuration file via encryption and describe new features available in ASP.NET 2.0. We'll begin with an overview of the encryption options and continue with the actual encryption of data values in a configuration file. Read more »

Integrate Passport into ASP.NET apps

If you are looking for a secure means to transfer sensitive information in an ASP.NET application, try integrating Microsoft's Passport service. Read more »

Security through obscurity won't secure your code

Most applications use some form of security through obscurity, but you should avoid it when writing your apps. ZDNet Australia offers these tips on how to tighten up your code. Read more »

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