Editors' Picks
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What's wrong with the Gartner Hype Cycle for Cloud Computing, 2012?
The Gartner Hype Cycle for Cloud Computing report offers some insights into the cloud market. But its poorly defined cloud terms can be misleading.26 Feb 2013
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Fundamentals of the hybrid cloud computing model
If enterprises simply follow the NIST definition of hybrid cloud, they may be missing three key pieces -- security, connectivity and portability.21 Feb 2013
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WD, QNAP, Apricorn release new products; STORServer offers free TSM upgrade
In the SMB space, WD, QNAP and Apricorn announced new products, while STORServer offered a free TSM upgrade.19 Feb 2013
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NIST picks Keccak: How enterprises can prepare for the SHA-3 algorithm
Expert Michael Cobb digs into Keccak, the winner of NIST's SHA-3 algorithm competition, to guide infosec teams on how to prepare for its arrival.21 Jan 2013
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NIST cloud security spec addresses cloud geolocation, data security
The new NIST cloud security proof-of-concept implementation details how to manage workloads based on cloud geolocation data.04 Jan 2013
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How to comply with updated NIST incident response guidelines
NIST recently updated its incident response guidelines. Find out how to comply with these changes and incorporate them into an incident response plan.16 Oct 2012
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How to comply with updated NIST incident response guidelines
NIST recently updated its incident response guidelines. Find out how to comply with these changes and incorporate them into an incident response plan.16 Oct 2012
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Debunking the myths of the NIST EHR Usability Protocol
NIST EHR Usability Protocol measures how likely your software will – or won't – introduce certain errors during patient care, and puts results in standard industry format.11 Apr 2012
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Development of NIST cloud security guidelines a complex process
Several public-private partnerships are working to develop specifications to support the NIST roadmap.22 Feb 2012
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NIST guidance cites cloud security gaps, need for standards
The NIST roadmap was designed to foster government cloud adoption but is helpful for private businesses as well.05 Dec 2011
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NIST guidelines seek to minimize risk of BIOS attacks
Amid emerging attack methods and the rollout of a new generation of BIOS, NIST offers guidelines to help enterprises reduce the risk of BIOS attacks.21 Sep 2011
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NIST SP 800-30 standard for technical risk assessment: An evaluation
Risk assessment with NIST SP 800-30 focuses on securing IT infrastructure. Find out NIST SP 800-30 strengths, and learn how it differs from other standards.05 Aug 2011
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Understanding SCAP NIST guidance and using SCAP tools to automate security
The Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) is intended to help automate vulnerability management, but is it really effective? Learn how NIST guidance can help you navigate an SCAP implementation.22 Mar 2011
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NIST cloud computing standards work off the ground
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has reached a first important stage in developing cloud security standards and guidelines by creating draft documents.03 Feb 2011
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