The article exposes the vulnerability of computer data and of

corporations with the popularity of the Internet. The Internet can

allow hackers access to any computer in the world, with understated

ease. Break-ins can go virtually undetected

Major corporations and government security departments have

acknowledged that hacker break-ins are out of control. Some companies

are too fearful to join networks because of this. Software programs

brought out to deal with the growing problem, such as firewalls, are no

longer totally effective. New technology has been developed such as

''Pilot Network Services' (offering supervised Internet access);

'Netranger' (a monitor device used by Pentagon) and 'Encrypton'

The basics of computer security (using difficult passwords, and

guarding of data) are not being met in a disturbingly large number of

American companies surveyed. A new bill demands that system operators

become responsible for security. Hackers can be prosecuted (with

subsequent heavy penalties) only if the exposed company has actively

shown that it was security conscious. Further more, exposed comp

enthusiasm appropriately, before they discover the evil path.

to make the public aware of weak security links. They abhor lax

Behar discusses vulnerabilities via networks and the various measures

unauthorized theft and use of it. In a subtle way, Denning also

deal with it as it is encountered; or take a different and proactive

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Approximate Word count = 1897
Approximate Pages = 8 (250 words per page double spaced)