I’m struggling to come to terms with the fact that 10g Release 2 is still not available for download. If you’re struggling to cope with its absense you can get ahead of the game by reading these articles:
Oracle Database 10g: Top Features for DBAs – Release 2 Features Addendum
Some very cool stuff has been added in this release!
Oracle has continued it’s spending spree. See: Oracle goes shopping again.
We often talk about the lack of security on wireless networks, but could we find ourselves in court if we use them? Sounds like the answer could be yes! See:
Man Arrested for Using Open Wireless Network
Cheers
Tim…
PS. Did I mention I was still waiting for 10g Release 2?
dang, no more surfing while doing the laundry…
🙂
Tim,
We had a Phisher plant a password sniffer on one of my guys laptops, from an unsecured hotel wireless.
Creepy stuff. I did some more research on your great article link:
http://www.dba-oracle.com/t_unauthorized_access_computer_network_crime.htm
Victims of hackers are now starting to sue the owners of the un-secured wi-fi for negligence, (homeowners insurance claims), and I expect that there will be a huge public-awareness campaign soon. . .