7 timeless lessons of programming ‘graybeards’

5 common Wi-Fi attacks – and how to defend against them. This insane military laser weapon burned a hole through a truck a mile away.

ITworld Today March 09, 2015 7 timeless lessons of programming ‘graybeards’ Heed the wisdom of your programming elders, or suffer the consequences of fundamentally flawed code. READ MORE   Issue highlights 1. INSIDER 5 common Wi-Fi attacks – and how to defend against them 2. This insane military laser weapon burned a hole through a truck a mile away 3. Call recording on: Listen to an actual Microsoft support scam as it happened (via CSOonline.com) 4. 4 things to watch out for with the Apple Watch 5. Google is developing a virtual reality version of Android, report says 6. INSIDER Getting started with PowerShell: The basics 7. How 2 legal cases may decide the future of open source software (via CIO.com) 8. SugarCRM acquires Stitch to boost mobile CRM offerings and know-how 9. Smartphone dead? Fuel cells offer instant power anywhere 10. WIN THIS BOOK: Effective Python: 59 Specific Ways to Write Better Python WHITE PAPER: Spanning 5 Essential Restore Capabilities for Google Apps Data If you lose data in Google Apps, how quickly can you get it back? Many admins are surprised to find it’s harder than they think. In this whitepaper learn: -Difference between restore and recovery -Benefits of rapid, easy-to-use data restoration in Google Apps -What to look for in a backup solution LEARN MORE INSIDER 5 common Wi-Fi attacks – and how to defend against them You need to prepare your network for these types of attacks. Here's how. READ MORE This insane military laser weapon burned a hole through a truck a mile away A successful test of the Lockheed Martin ATHENA laser has proven it could clear out rush-hour traffic in record time. READ MORE Call recording on: Listen to an actual Microsoft support scam as it happened (via CSOonline.com) While the recording will be amusing to some, it's offered up here as a learning tool. READ MORE 4 things to watch out for with the Apple Watch One more gadget just increases the amount of data you process. READ MORE Google is developing a virtual reality version of Android, report says The OS would power other virtual reality apps, according to the Wall Street Journal. READ MORE WHITE PAPER: Fortinet NSS Labs Data Center Firewall Test -- Who Scores 100%? Find out which high-end firewalls deliver 10X Performance compared to typical Data Center Solutions, per dollar spent. LEARN MORE >> INSIDER Getting started with PowerShell: The basics Learn how to perform simple tasks and make your way around the syntax. READ MORE How 2 legal cases may decide the future of open source software (via CIO.com) The open source universe may soon be less collaborative and more litigious. READ MORE SugarCRM acquires Stitch to boost mobile CRM offerings and know-how Stitch's technology analyzes email, calendar and CRM data to help make sales staff more effective. READ MORE Smartphone dead? Fuel cells offer instant power anywhere New products hope to succeed where others have failed. READ MORE WIN THIS BOOK: 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 : Fortinet The Increasing Requirements for Data Centers In this Infonetics Research report, Principal Analyst, Jeff Wilson, discusses the data center market and adoption drivers for firewalls, integrated security, and other appliances. VIEW NOW>> 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.