Card Reader
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Credit card fraud gangs going global
News Recent arrest in Thailand has put police on guard against professional outfits that have global network and use sophisticated technology to escape detection.
Tags: Data security, Network security, Security Management, Security applications/tools, ATM, Mobile, Arrest, Thailand, Cell Phone, Gang
HP Officejet Pro 8500 Wireless
Reviews HP's Officejet Pro 8500 Wireless is a suitable inkjet for offices with high-volume print requirements. With a touch-screen, multiple networking options and very fast print speeds, this workhorse gets an Editors' Choice award.
Tags: Hewlett-Packard Co., Scanner, Wireless, Optical Character Recognition, photograph, printer, fax, built-In
Acer TravelMate Timeline 8371
Reviews The TravelMate 8371 is solidly built, although the degree of flex in the keyboard may annoy some users. If you need an integrated optical drive, look to one of the larger models. Otherwise, enjoy the excellent battery life.
Tags: Notebook, Audio Subsystem, TravelMate 8371, LED-backlit TFT Display, ConclusionThe TravelMate 8371, Intel Core 2 Duo, Keyboard, Webcam, optical drive, Acer Inc.
iTunes update for Windows Vista addresses BSOD
News Apple releases a new media player version and recommends that Windows users replace outdated drivers for Webcam products, scanners, and some media card readers.
Tags: Windows Vista, Security, Apple Inc., Scanner, Apple iTunes, BSOD, Microsoft Windows Vista, Webcam, printer, software
D-Day for RFID-based transit card systems
News Dutch scientific paper and German research provides enough information for someone to make fake transit cards by exploiting a vulnerability in RFID smart card technology.
Tags: RFID, Security, Card, software, financial, researcher, computer security, card reader, smart card, University of Virginia
Oyster cracked in public, researcher claims
News A researcher claims to have developed code that can undermine the cryptography on NXP's Mifare Classic chip, used in London's Oyster card.
Tags: Security, Authentication and encryption, RFID, Chip, Cryptography, RFC, exploit code, London, researcher, card reader
Oyster outage hits London again
News The city's smartcard transportation system has suffered its second outage in a fortnight, with many commuters enjoying a free trip to work as a result.
Tags: RFID, Mobile/Wireless, Spokesperson, Card, London, Outage, Silicon.com, card reader, smart card, RFID
Barclays claims card-reader has eliminated fraud
News Pioneering end-user chip and PIN system has eliminated online scams, the bank claims, though not all are convinced.
Tags: Banking, Security, Barclays Plc., Adware, Fraud, phone, software, bank, card reader, Amsterdam
UK sees sharp rise in spam
News Recent figures show spam has quadrupled over the past three months, with increased broadband availability blamed as the primary cause.
Tags: Spam and phishing, Security, Spam, E-mail Message, Anti-spam, Internet User, e-mail, software, U.K., bank
Microsoft proposes age-limited digital playgrounds
News Company envisions offline identity authenticators creating digital credentials that could prove you are who you say you are on the Internet as part of its Trustworthy Computing initiative.
Tags: Privacy, Security, Microsoft Corp., Children, Identity, Open Source, Scott Charney, Digital Identity, RSA Security Inc., Environment
Samsung preps 'antibacterial' Netbook
News As well as silver ion-coated keys, Samsung's first Netbook will also have a 10.2-inch screen, full-sized keyboard and durable casing.
Tags: Windows XP, Notebooks and tablets, Keyboards and mice, Webcam, ASUS, processor, subnotebook, keyboard, Microsoft Windows XP, Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.
Lenovo ThinkStation S20
Reviews This is a well-built workstation with quad-core power to spare, although it could do with more storage options.
Tags: Port, Adapter, Intel Xeon, Gigabit Ethernet, Quad-core, Storage, Lenovo Group Ltd., workstation, monitor, Ethernet
Fujitsu LifeBook S7220
Reviews Fujitsu's LifeBook S7220 is a solidly built 14.1in. notebook with integrated mobile broadband, a comfortable keyboard and decent performance, so long as you don't need fast graphics.
Tags: Battery, Graphics, Broadband, Notebook, Fujitsu LifeBook, Lid Section, Modem, Touchpad, Display, performance
Samsung R510
Reviews Samsung's 15.4in. R510 might not be an automatic choice for business use, but it could fit the bill if you need to combine work and leisure on a stylish yet affordable notebook.
Tags: Backup, Graphics, LightScribe, Mouse Button, HDMI, Notebook, performance, keyboard, Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., USB port
GETAC P470
Reviews This ruggedised notebook provides a good set of features, including a passive touch-screen and optional 3G connectivity. However, you may need to invest in an upgrade or two to get the battery life you require.
