Instant Messaging Creates Security Headaches For Enterprises | eWeek

Instant Messaging Creates Security Headaches For Enterprises

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Mar 8, 2004
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Instant messaging has entered the enterprise and network environment by the back door, creating special challenges for security managers. While IM is now standard in many industries and trusted, enterprise-quality solutions are readily available, it still brings its own set of challenges. To date, providers of IM security and privacy solutions have relied upon regulated industries such as financial services and energy for the bulk of their business.

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