AT&T has announced the availability of enhanced security features and functionality for its network-based firewall service for businesses. New features and enhancements include virus scanning of instant messaging applications; expanded URL filtering; policy controls for user level access to the Internet; scanning of HTTP and FTP content for common virus, spyware and malware threats; and intrusion detection and prevention services.

AT&T’s network-based firewall is fully managed by a staff of security technicians who continuously screen applications and administer firewalls, intrusion detection signatures, filters, patches and servers. The firewalls are actively managed and monitored 24×7 at AT&T’s Security Network Operations Center, a fully-redundant site equipped with emergency backup power.

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O’Rielly’s TMT Whiteboard: Giving Congress Its Due

Given the renewed attention on these authoritative lines after the proper demise of the Chevron Doctrine and other court actions, everyone involved in communications policy should consider Congress in its proper light and be willing to present extraterritorial ideas to the rightful place for dissection.

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