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Windows Device Driver Programming Series
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July 16, 2008 |
Windows Device Driver Programming Series A Windows Device Driver Primer (2/10): Device Driver Programming
Writing a device driver for the Windows operating system is an entirely different discipline from traditional Windows application programming. A Windows device driver can be defined as "an extension to the operating system." This series of articles (ten in all) will provide you with a basic knowledge of device driver programming in a Windows environment and get you started developing your first device drivers.
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Windows Device Driver Programming Series
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July 08, 2008 |
Windows Device Driver Programming Series A Windows Device Driver Primer (1/10): Introduction
Writing a device driver for the Windows operating system is an entirely different discipline from traditional Windows application programming. A Windows device driver can be defined as "an extension to the operating system." This series of articles (ten in all) will provide you with a basic knowledge of device driver programming in a Windows environment and get you started developing your first device drivers. First, let us begin by dispelling some of the common myths associated with device driver programming.
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e-Security Series (Penetration Tests)
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June 04, 2008 |
e-Security Series (Penetration Tests) Demystifying Penetration Tests – Planning and Managing Tests (Part 4 of 4)
A penetration test is a controlled attempt at penetrating a computer system or network from “outside” in order to detect vulnerabilities. It employs the same or similar techniques to those used in a genuine attack. This article aims to provide a structured approach to penetration testing that facilitates and can ensure the efficient and focused performance of such tests. It is also designed to provide assistance with selection criteria to decision-makers in private and public entities who are planning to commission a penetration test.
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Online Book Preview – Microsoft .NET Framework Web Application Security
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May 20, 2008 |
Online Book Preview – Microsoft .NET Framework Web Application Security Chapter 1: Security Principles and the SDL (Online Book Preview)
Microsoft, the software giant, has become a trendsetter when it comes to implementing secure software. Even though we do not regard ourselves as Microsoft fanatics, we do acknowledge that they have made great efforts to remain as leaders in the security world. At the same time, we cannot ignore the remarkable achievements of the Linux community, and companies such as IBM, and we salute them for their stands, as well as whole-heartedly supporting the open source movement.
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Online Book Preview – Microsoft .NET Framework: Web Application Security
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May 06, 2008 |
Online Book Preview – Microsoft .NET Framework: Web Application Security Chapter 8: Cryptography (Online Book Preview)
Email has become a way of life, and is one of the best forms of communication, for personal use or commercial purposes. But how can we be sure that the email messages we send will reach their destination without being intercepted and altered? Also, how do we ever know if our thoughts in these messages are being spied upon? If the data flowing through the Internet is in plain text, it is easily readable by all. If this is of concern to us, the best approach is to encrypt the data that is sent back and forth.
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