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RSBAC 1.1.1 released

Author: JT Smith

From LWN.net: “RSBAC is a flexible, powerful and fast open source access control framework
for current Linux kernels, which has been in stable production use for over
a year (since version 1.0.9a).

The standard package includes a range of access control models like MAC, RC,
ACL (see below). Furthermore, the runtime registration facility (REG) makes
it easy to implement your own access control model as a kernel module and
get it registered at runtime.”

An interview with Guido van Rossum

Author: JT Smith

Dr. Dobbs posts an interview with Python creator Guido van Rossum. RealPlayer is required.

Category:

  • Open Source

And my new desktop will be…

Author: JT Smith

“People are always asking me what operating system I recommend for their desktop PCs.
With the advent of MacOS X, KDE 2.0 and GNOME 2.0 for Linux, and the rapid approach of Windows XP,
I’ve been getting more of those questions than ever.

Here’s my answer: none of the above.” Why NOTA? Read on at ZDNet.

New version of GNOME dekstop ready to go

Author: JT Smith

eWEEK’s Peter Galli takes a look at the new features and improvements in GNOME 1.4, due out later today.

Cylant Technology Releases CylantSecure 0.99

Author: JT Smith

Cylant Technology, Inc. is pleased to announce the first release of
CylantSecure for Linux. A non-expiring yet limited feature release has been
created for free download. The limited release is featured enough to allow you
to understand our unique approach and how effective it is. We have a full
featured version available for purchase from our web site which is targeted for
the small office/home office market. An advanced version is also available for
purchase from our web site and is more than able to protect the busiest of
Linux servers.

We encourage you to come visit our web page for further details and the chance
to download our free demo.

http://www.cylant.com

(To immediately download the free demo follow the link below.)

http://www.cylant.com/products/download.htm

The Challenge:
IT Organizations and companies today face a serious security problem.
Unauthorized use of computer systems and resources continue to cause
large-scale security breaches. Today’s security solutions are adequate to
prevent attacks based on known or general signatures, but are completely
vulnerable to novel (previously unknown) attacks. As a result, sophisticated
or unique attacks are not recognized or stopped early enough to prevent damage
or loss. These security breaches continue to cost companies billions in lost
revenue, fraud, embarrassing publicity and loss of proprietary information.

The Solution:

CylantSecure uses a new approach to computer security, revolutionizing
intrusion detection and response. Instead of relying on a database of known
attack signatures, CylantSecure characterizes normal behavior of a computer and
uses that information to detect abnormal behavior. CylantSecure profiles normal
system behaviors and then both detects and stops previously unknown and novel
attacks, before they cause damage or loss. By eliminating the need for
signatures of previously discovered intrusions, Cylant significantly reduces
the potential of financial loss from attacks or misuse.

Photos of Linux Kernel Summit

Author: JT Smith

Chris DiBona has posted some .jpgs of the recent gathering of the ruling class of kernel hackers.

Category:

  • Linux

On getting a three-button mouse

Author: JT Smith

LinuxPlanet has a long-winded essay about getting a three-button mouse, and a bit about some obscure window managers for X.

Linux market predicted to grow 154 percent in 2001

Author: JT Smith

“Research conducted by Idaya
( http://www.idaya.co.uk ), sponsors of the freeVSD project
( http://www.freevsd.org ), has revealed that the Linux market is expected to
grow by over 150% during 2001.” More at CanadaNewswire.

All eyes on the Linux 2.5 kernel

Author: JT Smith

An alert, but anonymous reader tipped us off to this ZDNET story about the Linux 2.5 kernel summit.

Category:

  • Linux

eBay changes customer privacy policy

Author: JT Smith

CNET: “Online auction powerhouse eBay is telling customers their personal data would be
shared if eBay is bought out or merges with another company.

The new privacy policy takes effect May 15, but eBay already has placed notices about it on
its site, which counted 22 million registered customers at the beginning of the year.”

Category:

  • Programming