Software Development

ISPs found innocent of aiding zombie attacks in ‘trial’

Mock trial determines that ISPs still can do more to protect users

AOL launches free Web mail service

Service comes as part of AOL Instant Messenger upgrade

Microsoft to pay $9 million in patent case

Jury found that Microsoft infringed on patent held by Guatemalan inventor

SeaWorld panel: Microsoft makes enterprise splash

Linking of Office and server apps simplified

Visual Studio 2005 tools make it easier for Office apps to access server-based apps from Microsoft and other vendors

IBM brings PowerPC blade to telecom system

IBM also announces middleware partnerships that ensure high network availability

Putting a stop to counterfeit products

Electronic pedigree systems ensure authenticity throughout the supply chain

Apple faithful learning to like oranges

Update: Citigroup loses data on 3.9 million customers

Lost information includes customer names, Social Security numbers, and payment history

Exchange 2003 to gain Sender ID support

Microsoft messaging server to gain antiphishing capabilities