GeneralO2 blocks online security hole which allowed customers to read other users’ messages

O2 has blocked a security hole that allowed its customers to view text messages sent by other UK subscribers online, reports The Register.

GeneralGovernment investigates path to next-generation broadband

The government has launched a review into ways it can help the roll-out of super-fast broadband networks across the UK.

GeneralSwinton Insurance to save £100,000 a year with IP telephony

Swinton Insurance has deployed an IP telephony package across 450 sites to increase the number of sales agents are able to make.

GeneralMicrosoft pulls faulty Windows Vista update

Microsoft has suspended the distribution of a Windows Vista software update after users experienced problems on their computers following installation.

GeneralCommunications Management Association annual conference preview

If the UK goes into recession it could provide IT managers with reasons to offshore network services and re-think applications and connectivity management, delegates at the Communications Management Association's 2008 conference will hear next week.

InternetHP Earns Top Support Rating (PC World)

PC World - Hewlett-Packard beat its PC competitors in both online customer support and service in a recent survey.

GeneralData Center Program Puts Vista on a Handheld

Aperture Technologies is offering a mobile version of its Vista data center planning and management program.

GeneralThree out of five UK firms have no green IT procurement strategy

Three out of five UK firms have no green IT procurement policy, according to research from the SAS Group.

InternetU.K. Laws Could Target ISPs Over File-Sharing

Legislation may force Internet access providers to work with the music and film industries to curb illegal downloads.

GeneralOpen Source Coders Keep Open Mind About Microsoft

Microsoft's promise of better interoperability drew mixed reaction from the open-source community.