Internet Security and Programming

President Obama this week issued a short video address discussing the importance of cyber security awareness. The three-minute clip offers little in the way of startling revelation or news. But it is probably the most the president has had to say publicly about the topic since May, when he delivered a 16-minute speech saying he planned to create a new cyber security office at the White House that would be led by an as-yet-unappointed coordinator. In this latest remarks, Obama said he would soon appoint someone to that position, and offered thoughts about the need for a “public private partnership,” to secure America’s cyber infrastructure. The president closed with some basic tips that regular Internet users can observe to keep their corner of the Web safe and secure. Obama said he has designated October as Cyber Security Awareness Month. Indeed, he signed a proclamation on Oct. 1 declaring it to

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