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Wednesday August 18, 2010 11:51 AM
Ika-tako Virus Replaces Your Files With Octopus Photos
Its always frustrating to find that your computer has been infected with a virus, especially one that can potentially wipe your files. However one hacker decided that he would bring a little humor to viruses by replacing any infected file with a particularly cute sea creature anime.

Friday August 20, 2010 12:57 AM
Computer virus, iTunes program keep OU IT busy
The OU computer system experienced an attack by the Zeus of Zbod computer virus. Though there was information that was open for viewing, we believe that no major and vital information was stolen, said Nick Key, OU Information Technology spokesman.

Thursday August 19, 2010 10:02 AM
Intel to buy security company McAfee in $7.68 billion deal
Intel Corp. said Thursday it is buying computer-security software maker McAfee Inc. for $7.68 billion as the chip-maker adds...

Thursday August 19, 2010 4:06 PM
Stolen UConn Laptop Had 10,000 Applicants' Names, Social Security Numbers
A laptop computer stolen from the University of Connecticut's West Hartford campus contains the names and Social Security numbers of 10,174 applicants back to 2004, a news release from the school said.

Thursday August 19, 2010 7:35 AM
Intel Buys Cyber Security Giant McAfee For $7.68 Billion In Cash
Intel has just bought computer and software security company McAfee according to a release issued this morning. The all cash deal is worth $7.68 billion, or $48 per share. See the release below. According the statement issued by Intel, McAfee will continue to operate as a wholly-owned subsidiary, reporting into Intels Software and Services Group. Intel says the "acquisition enables a ...

Thursday August 19, 2010 10:22 AM
Intel to buy security co. McAfee in $7.68B deal
NEW YORK (AP) - Intel Corp. said Thursday it is buying computer-security software maker McAfee Inc. for $7.68 billion as the chip-maker adds to its arsenal of tools to serve an increasing array of Internet-connected devices, including mobile phones. The $48-per-share price represents a 60 percent premium over McAfee's Wednesday close ...

Thursday August 19, 2010 2:13 PM
Intel to buy security company McAfee in $7.68B deal
Intel Corp. said today it is buying computer-security software maker McAfee Inc. for $7.68 billion as the chip-maker adds to its arsenal of tools to serve an increasing array of Internet-connected devices, including mobile phones.

Thursday August 19, 2010 12:42 PM
Computer security company reveals 'riskiest' celebrity searches
If you're looking for Cameron Diaz, Julia Roberts or Jessica Biel online, look out!

Thursday August 19, 2010 8:21 AM
Chip maker Intel to buy computer security software maker McAfee in $7.68 billion deal
NEW YORK (AP) Chip maker Intel Corp. said Thursday it is buying computer-security software maker McAfee Inc. for $7.68 billion, or $48 per share.

Thursday August 19, 2010 8:42 AM
Chipmaker Intel to buy computer security software maker McAfee in $7.68B deal
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Intel Corp. said Thursday it is buying computer-security software maker McAfee Inc. for $7.68 billion as the chip-maker adds to its arsenal of tools to serve an increasing array of Internet-connected devices, including mobile phones.