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Google Encryption Tool Prompts Call For Data Security Innovation

Google is testing a new encryption extension for Chrome that could make it easier for users to send secure email messages. The announcement is prompting some experts to seek new ways to shield data and communication from criminals. Meanwhile, encryption providers are increasingly turning to the channel.

Top Five Functions Outsourced To Managed Services

In a new survey, managed service provider JDL Technologies found that more and more SMBs are turning to managed services for their IT needs, looking to solve a few challenges in particular. Take a look at the most popular reasons a SMB turns to an MSP for help.

2014 Women Of The Channel: Up-And-Comers

The inaugural Channel Up-And-Comers is culled from the ranks of CRN's Women of the Channel and gives special recognition to rising-star female executives.

CounterTack Engaging Channel With Advanced Threat Analytics

CounterTack is attempting to differentiate itself among a growing list of security vendors that provide increased visibility at the endpoint by monitoring file and process behaviors. Executives say the firm applies Hadoop analytics to detect abnormalities that could signal a threat.

8 Victims Of The Gameover Zeus, Cryptolocker Attacks

Court documents outline significant fraud allegedly conducted by the attackers behind the Gamover Zeus botnet and its link to the Cryptolocker data ransom campaign. Here are eight prominent victims of the attacks.

Gameover Zeus Investigators Detail Malware Attack At Plastics Manufacturer

The notorious banking Trojan struck hard at Erie, Pa.-based Haysite Reinforced Plastics, bilking the firm of nearly $375,000 in less than two days. The U.S. Justice Department said authorities in 10 countries acted to disrupt the Gameover Zeus botnet. The action included assistance from researchers at Dell SecureWorks, Microsoft, McAfee and other private-sector security firms.

Women Of The Channel 2014: Power 50 Solution Providers

The Power 50 Solution Providers is culled from the ranks of CRN's Women of the Channel and spotlights those female executives whose insight and influence in their respective companies help drive channel success.

Why Won't Public Sector Embrace Cloud?

Why won't the education and government sectors move faster on the technology? The answer has to do with more than security concerns.

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