15 open source gems for Windows ... from Microsoft

Yahoo puts email encryption plugin source code up for review. BlackBerry teams with Samsung and IBM to offer governments a secure tablet.

ITworld Today March 16, 2015 15 open source gems for Windows ... from Microsoft We mined Microsoft's CodePlex repository to unearth 15 invaluable Windows admin tools -- and they're all free. READ MORE   Issue highlights 1. Yahoo puts email encryption plugin source code up for review 2. BlackBerry teams with Samsung and IBM to offer governments a secure tablet 3. INSIDER Six entry-level cybersecurity job seeker failings 4. State Dept. to shut down email system to clean out malware 5. Alibaba uses facial recognition tech for online payments 6. MacBook makes a case for wireless docking -- but too soon 7. 8 steps successful security leaders follow to drive improvement (via CSOonline.com) 8. Facebook clarifies rules for content, including definition of nudity 9. Intel will reportedly land Apple as a modem chip customer 10. 5 things you need to know about Windows 10 (via CIO.com) 11. Effective Python: 59 Specific Ways to Write Better Python WHITE PAPER: CA Technologies Hackers and Cyber Criminals Target Administrative Accounts Have you locked down your administrative accounts? A recent IDG Research Services study reveals that more than half of respondents have experienced a breach that leverages privileged user rights. Find out what it takes to control access and better track and limit what individuals can do once they've gained access to administrative accounts. LEARN MORE. Yahoo puts email encryption plugin source code up for review The company hopes to have it in action by year end. READ MORE BlackBerry teams with Samsung and IBM to offer governments a secure tablet The SecuTablet is a modified Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 bundled with security management software and a hardware encryption module. READ MORE INSIDER Six entry-level cybersecurity job seeker failings Many cybersecurity entry-level job seekers fail to make a great first impression. Learn from their mistakes. READ MORE State Dept. to shut down email system to clean out malware The agency has been battling email hackers since late last year. READ MORE Alibaba uses facial recognition tech for online payments The technology could replace the use of passwords on Alibaba's Alipay service. READ MORE WHITE PAPER: Level 3 Communications Secure Data Services: Breaking Down the Enterprise IT Silo This paper explores how NSPs can truly help their customers break down their silo mentality with an alternative approach to bundled services that is aligned to the core business interests of their customers. The benefits of this approach – to both NSP and customer – are also explored. LEARN MORE MacBook makes a case for wireless docking -- but too soon The single-port laptop could have used some wire-free tools that haven't hit the mainstream yet. READ MORE 8 steps successful security leaders follow to drive improvement (via CSOonline.com) These are the steps successful security leaders follow to reframe their efforts and enjoy the success of an improved program, less stress, and recognition from other leaders. READ MORE Facebook clarifies rules for content, including definition of nudity The social network has also tried to explain when and why it removes content at the request of governments. READ MORE Intel will reportedly land Apple as a modem chip customer Reports say Apple will use Intel's LTE chips starting next year. READ MORE 5 things you need to know about Windows 10 (via CIO.com) CIOs have reason to be cautiously optimistic about moving users to the next iteration of Windows. But how and when should they make the move? READ MORE Effective Python: 59 Specific Ways to Write Better Python We've got 5 copies to give to some lucky readers. Enter for your chance to win! READ MORE WEBCAST: IBM Corporation Unlock Insights in Your Big Data with Predictive Analytics As Hadoop continues to grow in popularity as an economical and scalable addition to existing database and data warehouse solutions, organizations are still struggling take advantage and turn the promise of Big Data into business value. LEARN MORE BECOME AN ITWORLD INSIDER Get exclusive access to premium content from ITworld, CIO magazine, Computerworld, InfoWorld, Network World, and CSO -- the best publications in the business. - R programming beginner's guide - IT Resume Makeover: Emphasize your 'X factor' - 4 open source monitoring tools that deserve a look - Free and cheap ways to learn about IT security - PowerShell for beginners: Scripts and loops - Six Ted talks that can change your career What are you waiting for? Sign up today! Join the IDG Contributor Network The IDG Contributor Network is a collection of blogs written by leading IT practitioners about the technology, business opportunities and challenges you face everyday. We invite you to participate by applying to be a contributor today.