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As regional enterprises take to virtualisation across server and storage platforms, it becomes imperative that they re-examine their security investments and modify the organisational mindset to protect their information systems and data better. Sathya Mithra Ashok explores the subject.

itp.net speaks to Enrique Salem, president and CEO of Symantec about building the company's profile in information management and competing with free security solutions.

Taking over the reins of a regional organisation in the current uncertain climate is not an easy task for anybody. But that's the challenge facing Johnny Karam, recently-installed regional director for the Middle East and North Africa at security software giant Symantec. In his first interview with Channel Middle East, he reveals the company's plans for its channel this year.

While the latest in technologies offer regional enterprises wide choices in storage systems and connectivity options, the underlying problem of considering information management in silos remains, and might continue to do so for sometime. Sathya Mithra Ashok investigates.

Company has re-jigged its senior management team in the region after promoting Kevin Isaac to VP for emerging markets

New report finds the city has the most number of compromised computers in region

Storage and security vendor continues growth in storage software market

Time is money and the modern enterprise cannot afford to have its systems down for any significant time. IT managers must comprehensively plan and prepare for disaster

New variant designed to prolong the worm's existence on infected systems

Solutions can be used to manage workspace elements in traditional and virtual computing environments

Symantec's Anthony Harrison reveals five strategies for enterprises to achieve cost-effective business continuity and disaster recovery.

Software protects data from unauthorized access by encrypting hard and removal drives

In 2008, Middle East enterprises had the unique opportunity to deploy state-of-the-art technologies in greenfield datacentres. NME examines the key server room trends of this year and the next.

In an exclusive interview, Sean Robson catches up with John W. Thompson, CEO of security and storage major Symantec, to discuss the company’s recent successes, future plans, and how it is working to achieve its global goals.

There is no doubt that banks need to step up security measures, and regulations have to catch up.

Coca-Cola in Egypt relies on Symantec, not just for its security, but also for its back-up and archiving needs, and finds the company to be the best fit for all.

As information storage becomes more critical to organisations, IT managers are rising to the complex task with solutions and innovative practices.

Data encryption is crucial to protecting the integrity of enterprise information. Organisations investing in encryption have to understand their requirements, and implement solutions across the company to get the most from them.

PCs in the region are reported to be affected by the latest global Coreflood botnet attacks.

Symantec has observed a growing wave of Non-Delivery Receipt (NDR) attacks or 'bounce messages' that fool the victim into thinking they sent the email

If your personal computer has fallen ill and you want to get it back into running condition, read on.

Symantec insists its Middle East retail partners will profit from the availability of Arabic language support for Norton customers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia - even though the vendor is directly managing the service itself.

Spam levels stayed level in May, and so did the spammers, who continue to push out scams that attempt to prey on concerns surrounding the worsening world economic climate

Symantec is in discussions with distributors and telecom companies as they look to form a partnership in the region for the new product, Norton Smartphone Security

Many enterprises still shy away from business continuity and disaster recovery planning, despite its vital importance to the business. ACN asks industry experts for tips on the best ways to start planning or revising a business continuity plan.

Spam continues to flood inboxes at record levels

Once again, we see what the internet’s biggest inconvenience can teach us

Saudi Arabia ranked worst in region as target and source for cybercrime activities

UAE's Computer Emergency Response Team launches next stage of awareness campaign focused on online threats

75% of those surveyed worry internet is "unsafe" and "too risky"

Operations audit conducted to check channel procedures and partners

Risk calculation is essential but to be successful it must be an ongoing process, not a periodic snapshot.

Mark Sutton takes a look forward into 2008 to see how the pace of change in the information and communications technology will pick up, and how it will affect businesses, and consumers, across the region.

The WINDOWS team reveals ten security moves you should make right now and six you should never take...

Most vendors state that NAC is the next big thing in security. However, with prevailing confusion, multiple standards and an evolutionary path that will see it integrated into the network fabric, enterprises might continue to shy away from any investments.

Market for security appliances and software grows by 37% in 2007 according to report

Middle East enterprises are as likely to be targeted by social engineering attacks as any other worldwide. However, not many are ready to face them yet.

The storage market is awash with confusing acronyms and competing technologies - a veritable minefield for the unsuspecting IT manager setting up a datacentre. Imthishan Giado finds out what customers need to know.

Symantec is gearing up its managed security services offerings and adding to its staff to address growing demands in the region and tackle Middle East specific attacks.

Windows discovers that an e-mail currently circulating in the UAE on a new mobile phone virus is a hoax.

The UAE's Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) will launch its Computer Emergency Response Team (aeCERT) as early as April next year, according to TRA director general Mohamed Al Ghanim.

There are plenty of choices for enterprises who want to go the managed security services route. With choice appears confusion and the very real possibility of failure. However, enterprises can ensure the long-term feasibility of outsourced projects by following a few key steps.

While online banking has made life easier, it has also exposed customers to the menace of cyber crime.

Systems integrator reveals agenda to pursue new markets from its headquarters in Egypt.

Even as enterprises spend money on datacentre technology, management of the same tends to be left by the wayside, which could lead to an eventual crisis for organisations in the region. In the concluding part of the datacentre series, NME analyses how dire the situation truly is.

As the ME market becomes increasingly competitive, partner marketing resources take on an ever more important role.

Etisalat customers have received huge bills after being targeted by a dialer scam, reports claim.

Security giant Symantec has launched a security and data protection suite for Windows mobile devices.

Symantec has updated its PC restoration and ghosting tools, Norton Save & Restore and Norton Ghost.

Middle East computer users are turning to general stores to purchase security software, rather than using specialist retailers, according to Symantec.

The American University in Cairo has teamed with Nortel and Symantec for part of the infrastructure of a multi-billion dollar new campus which will put the university at the forefront of IT implementation in the region.

The UAE is the source and target of the most internet security threats in the Middle East, according to figures released last month by Symantec.

The US continues to wear the crown as the leading nation for spam production, accounting for nearly half the world's spam e-mail, according to Symantec.

The UAE is the source and target of the most web security threats in the region, according to figures from Symantec.

The UAE is the Middle East hotspot for internet security threats, according to Symantec.

Aimed at improving its relations with partners, Symantec has launched a three-pronged global strategy focusing on assessment, support and investment.

With so much attention focused on security issues this week - much of it around the safety of Microsoft's Vista operating system - it is good to see the security industry turning a little of that scrutiny back on itself

The UAE telecoms operator needs to upgrade its security before customers start using the new software.

SMB companies are a fundamental part of the Middle East landscape and for the software channel that represents a prime target base. Even renowned enterprise software providers such as CA, Oracle and SAP are assembling dedicated channels to seduce SMB customers that need a wealth of office solutions to efficiently run their operations. Channel Middle East examines this highly competitive battleground and asks what it takes to crack the Middle East SMB software market.

Since dropping its security appliance lines and partnering with Juniper, Symantec has shifted its enterprise strategy. NME spoke to Kevin Isaac about how the vendor approaches the security market.

The infrastructure company's recent roadshow addressed new IT trends in Saudi Arabia.

The weaknesses can leave systems at risk of attack, security firms claim.

In a market frequently tempted by price and the opportunity to make a short-term gain, instilling loyalty in partners can prove to be a monumental challenge. One solution is to provide a compelling channel programme that inspires continued partner loyalty and helps resellers maintain healthy and sustainable operations. Rebate and incentive programmes now form a major part of vendor go-to-market models, but how do you ensure the scheme is effective?

Phishing attacks are getting closer to home here in the Middle East, with security experts warning that many are now originating within the region.

Online security threats remain a major problem for large enterprises and their customers in the Middle East. With multi pronged attacks growing in frequency and sophistication, Sherief Younis discovers what is being done in the Middle East to ensure a secure online environment for customers.

Security flaws a blow to Microsoft’s reputation

Symantec has unveiled its security solution for Microsoft’s Windows Vista operating system (OS).

The 2006 instalment of the Middle East’s largest IT exhibition, GITEX Dubai, featured an expanded presence of consumer electronics vendors keen to tap the growing market for convergence products. Aaron Greenwood reports.

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