With all the benefits of open source, improper management of its use may result in substantial legal, business, and technical risks. Most research and design managers know…
When Edward Snowden leaked intelligence files, a storm was triggered in the cloud, leaving a path of destruction. Snowden’s email provider Lavabit shut down. So has the email…
In the wake of the Boston Marathon bombings, I cannot help wondering what it is the role open source and open education have in global or national security measures. The…
Running students' submitted programs is a security challenge for any university Computer Science department. When Harvard University contacted me about some work they are…
Open Data is fast becoming a ‘hot topic’ in government. I’m proud to see my colleagues & fellow open gov supporters helping governments around the world launch their cloud…
GOG.com wins points for openness by being a distributor of DRM-free games, but now they're going even further by choosing to protect their customers' data over the convenience…
