• Booming mobile industry spawning global criminal marketplace

  By John P. Mello | 16 May, 2013 13:02

  In an alarming 'post-PC' era alert, working group says criminal infrastructure created much faster than it was for PC fraud

• Mobile adware networks given 45 days to stop misbehaving by security firm

  By John E Dunn | 15 May, 2013 13:26

  Misbehaving adware buried inside mobile apps has turned into such a problem that security vendor Lookout Mobile Security has published a deadline for networks to change their behaviour or face being blacklisted.

• Verizon Enterprise Solutions chief: 'We build infrastructure at scale'

  By John Gallant | 13 May, 2013 19:00

  In the battle for the next generation of enterprise IT, John Stratton carries a lot of weapons. Stratton is president of Verizon Enterprise Solutions, the nearly $30 billion unit formed just over a year ago to deliver networking, cloud, mobility, managed security, telematics and a host of other services in a more coordinated fashion for Verizon's top enterprise buyers. Building on a traditionally strong base of wired and wireless network services, Verizon Enterprise also blends in acquired assets like cloud hosting company Terremark, security company Cybertrust and Hughes Telematics. In this installment of the IDG Enterprise CEO Interview Series, Stratton spoke with Chief Content Officer John Gallant about Verizon Enterprise's progress since its inception, including a dramatic streamlining of internal systems and processes designed to make life much easier for the company's customers. Stratton also discussed the company's suite of services aimed at simplifying life for IT teams struggling with mobility and the influx of consumer devices, and he talked candidly about the prospects for a third mobile platform to rival Apple's iOS and Google's Android. He also talked about how cloud is reshaping the IT landscape and hinted at a series of major upcoming cloud announcements from Verizon Enterprise. Also, he explained how the "Internet of Things" is creating powerful new business opportunities for Verizon and its enterprise customers.

• Bill would put mobile app vendors on the hook for privacy

  By Jaikumar Vijayan | 10 May, 2013 10:12

  The mobile industry's efforts to convince lawmakers that self-regulation alone is the best way to address growing concerns over privacy-invading mobile applications appears to be running into some headwind.

• The science of app-wrapping

  By Carlos Montero-Luque, chief technology officer, Apperian | 07 May, 2013 18:25

  BYOD brings out the classic problem between control of corporate information and individual freedom. It kicks it up to a whole new level because the devices belong to the users, but at least some of the apps and information belong to the company and as such need protection and policy enforcement.

• 8 essential features you need in a business router

  By Eric Geier | 17 May, 2013 15:56

  A router is the heart of your network, so it deserves to be chosen carefully. Any router will share your Internet connection amongst your computers and other networkable devices (smartphones, tablets, and so on), but better models provide features that will enhance your network and its performance. Whether you're seeking a business- or consumer-class router, here are the eight most essential features to look for.

• Tech Titans Talk: The IDG Enterprise Interview Series

  By CIO | 17 May, 2013 14:15

  In the IDG Enterprise Interview Series, you'll hear from technology CIOs and CEOs on today's burgeoning trends, ongoing headaches and upcoming product plans. Check out this informative series from IDG Enterprise Chief Content Officer John Gallant and his team of editors.

• Kenneth van Wyk: The good and bad of Android and iOS

  By Kenneth van Wyk | 30 October, 2012 20:44

  Both Google's and Apple's mobile platforms have security drawbacks and advantages. Is there a clear winner?

• NEWS FEATURE: Debate rages over how to manage personal mobile devices used for work

  By Ellen Messmer | 28 July, 2011 06:47

  Increasingly, businesses accept the idea that employees should be able to use their personal mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets, for work. But debate is raging as to whether these employee-owned devices should be managed and secured exactly as corporate-owned devices might be.

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