Officials from the White House have announced a coordinated effort with several trade groups and private companies to combat botnets.

WASHINGTON, Oct.

WASHINGTON, Oct.

A new initiative was launched on Monday by the White House designed to tighten global defenses against computer attacks and instill US values such as freedom of expression that require international cooperation to ensure an open and secure Internet.

WASHINGTON, March 8, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) today announced new officers elected to its board of directors for 2011.