NEWS: >> Effective patch management practices (David D'Agostino, Peregrine Systems) 01 Sep 2004 >> Proactive patch management (myITforum.com) 21 Jul 2004 >> What is included in a Microsoft patch? (Ecora) 22 Dec 2004 >> Eight strategies for securing Windows vulnerabilities (Realtimepublishers.com) 22 Oct 2004 >> Patching the patch process (SearchSecurity.com) 17 Nov 2005 ADVICE: >> Checklist: Measuring patch management metrics TIP :How effective is your patch management program? Keep track of its success or failure by focusing on core metrics. >> Third-party patch management tools TIP :Where do you go if you are unsatisfied with Microsoft's patch management offerings? This article examines a few options. >> Expert how-tos: What you need in a patch management solution TIP :This tip features two Windows-security experts' responses to the question, "How do you choose a patch management solution?" ... >> Approach patch management from a policy perspective ASK THE EXPERTS :I am in charge of developing a patch management policy for our organization (about 450 users). Before I begin creating a ... >> Best practices for patch management TIP :There are a number of issues to consider in selecting a patch management solution. Here's a quick review of five best ... >> Check IT List: Seven steps for a patch management process TIP :Patch management is more than a one-time fix. Here are seven steps to get you started on your continuous patch management ... >> Four patch management myths TIP :Myths usually crop up around complicated processes as we struggle to simplify them. Don't get fooled by these patch ... >> Proactive patch management TIP :Why do so many corporate network environments get hit and adversely affected with malicious security attacks? >> Resources for integrating Dell and Microsoft patch management TIP :Dell and Microsoft have teamed up to offer better patch distribution across their product lines. >> Step-by-Step Guide: How to deploy a successful patch TIP :This step-by-step guide explains how to deploy a patch, and provides the tools you will need to mitigate the risk of a ... >> Manual vs. automated patch tracking TIP :Compare automated vs. manual patch management in this tip. WHITE PAPERS: >> Proactive patch management >> The complete patch management book: Chapter 1, 'What is patch management?' LEARNING TOOLS: >> Best patch management products of 2005 >> Step-by-Step Guide: Patch management must-do list >> Types of vulnerabilities affecting patch management

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