Editor's Note: Top 10 Topics For 2006


Welcome to a special edition of Compliance Pipeline Newsletter.

As the new year begins, TechWeb has joined forces with sister publications InformationWeek and Network Computing to bring you the latest and best stories on 10 of the hottest technology topics ... such as Firefox and IE 7, Windows Vista, wireless broadband, VoIP, spyware and phishing, open source, and more.

Let's face it; it's impossible to demonstrate compliance with most regulations and privacy laws if phishers are gaining access to your systems or spyware is running rampant on your network. Network Computing's Spyware & Phishing Center delivers the latest news of threats and anti-spyware and anti-phishing products, plus hands-on product reviews and tutorials on strategies for protecting your organization from such malware.

Even if you don't suspect that your network is infected, it never hurts to be sure. Learn from the experts how spyware works, how to select the right anti-spyware tools, and how to safely clean out your systems -- before it becomes a compliance problem in addition to a security issue.

Be sure to check the Spyware & Phishing Center frequently -- we'll be adding new stories regularly.

I'd encourage you to scan the other technology centers as well. We've carefully selected the most useful articles from across the TechWeb Network to bring you up to speed on hottest technology topics.

The Best Of Langa
Readers have embraced the work of Fred Langa due to the practical, hands-on, hype-free advice he dispenses. We present some of Fred's most popular work from the past year on Windows, personal tech, PC optimization, and more.

Browser Center
We've got the most important news, in-depth reviews, and helpful how-tos for Firefox, Internet Explorer, and more -- not to mention some strong opinions in the ongoing IE vs. Firefox debate.

Google Center
Google was seemingly everywhere in 2005, and 2006 looks to be no different. Get the latest news, analysis, and opinion swirling around the Internet's -- and perhaps the world's -- hottest company.

High-Tech Gadgets
Personal tech reviews are the name of the game at this technology center. Whether you're after phones, VoIP devices, personal music/video players, LCD displays, digital cameras, or other high-end gadgets, we've got in-depth reviews to make your buying process easier.

Open Source Center
Leading off with the latest open-source news, this tech center offers a slew of hands-on Linux tutorials, open-source reviews, and trends and analysis features.

Spyware & Phishing Center
The scourges of the Internet, spyware and phishing attacks have made Internet security ever more difficult for individuals and sys admins. Our tech center includes tips, trends, and reviews of both desktop and enterprise-class malware-protection products.

VoIP Center
Businesses everywhere are clamoring to get on the Voice-over-IP train, but is it right for your company? This tech center covers the basics as well as in-depth reviews and advice on deploying VoIP in your enterprise.

WiFi & Wireless Broadband Center
From news and trends to wireless product reviews to enterprise deployment information, our center includes everything you need to know about the many facets of wireless broadband.

Windows Center
Offering a full plate of tutorials that walk you through installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and high-end tweaks, our Windows Center helps you get the most from Windows today.

Windows Vista Center
We've had our eye on Windows Vista, formerly code-named "Longhorn," from its earliest stages. Our news, in-depth reviews, and analysis will keep you in the know about Microsoft's upcoming OS.

Happy reading!

Valerie Potter
Features Editor, TechWeb Pipelines
vpotter@cmp.com
http://www.techwebpipelines.com