March 11, 2010

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Free Broadband Plan Could Be Back on the Table

As it moves toward the delivery of the national broadband plan, the Federal Communications Commission could be reviving a long-simmering proposal to deliver a nationwide, free broadband network.

Cisco Evolves the Internet With CRS-3

With $1.6 billion invested, Cisco rolls out 322 Terabits per second router and reveals that AT&T is already testing it for 100 Gigabit network traffic.

The Armored Browser Gets a Boost from Blue Coat

Novel technology from Blue Coat leads to a new company called Quaresso and a new type of browser experience with security controls provided remotely.

Envisioning an FCC for the Internet Age

Commission officials talk up efforts to reform and modernize the commission, while critics sound off at the influence industry groups exert over one of the most heavily lobbied agencies in the government.

Lawmakers Spar Over Broadband Stimulus Grants

GOP members take aim at administration of broadband grants, warning against government subsidies for competition with incumbent providers and open access provisions.

Cisco Boosts TrustSec Network Security

Two years after the initial announcement, Cisco is expanding its identity and access initiative while rolling out new mobile security.

Domain Name Registrations Grew in 2009

There are now over 192 million domain name registrations as year-over-year growth continues despite the recession.

Intel Cops to January Attack in Filing

A regulatory filing from Intel notes that the company was attacked alongside a number of other large tech players in January, underscoring the comments of security experts who say we're no longer living in the age of "hackers working out of a basement."

FCC Chair Pitches Spectrum Reform

FCC chief Julius Genachowski outlines recommendations the commission will make for mobile broadband in its report next month, including an attempt to divert spectrum away from TV broadcasters to wireless networks.

Juniper Ramps Up Networking Research

Understanding the difference between the capabilities of photons and electrons for data transmission is part of Juniper's goal for technology innovation and expansion.

3Com's TippingPoint Tightens SSL and Virtual Security

Networking vendor expands its switching and security portfolio as HP acquisition looms.

Cisco Breaks Up With HP

Cisco's being upfront with its customers about the reasons it's ending the partnership: It's gearing up for full-scale competition.

NetChoice Names 10 'Worst' Internet Laws of 2010

Advocacy organization holds its annual roast of state and federal Internet laws, taking aim at a federal bill that could lead to tough requirements for online marketers, and new state efforts to collect sales tax from online retailers.

Juniper Improves Mobile Networking Security

Junos Pulse aims to provide secure access for multiple mobile platforms.

IBM Stays Aggressive With Intelliden Networking Automation Buy

IBM makes another acquisition with the purchase of Intelliden, a network automation software developer that manages the configuration of hubs, routers and switches.

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