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Cyber attacks increase as large corporations increase global reach


IT Pro  have reported certain IT security breaches which link Iran to attacks aimed at sites run by tech giants including Microsoft and Google.
“Countries in North Africa and the Gulf region are facing popular protests and many commentators have identified the internet and in particular social networking sites as a major organising tool for the protests.” Cyber attacks are ongoing issues for large corporations as they achieve global reach many of which are reported to be politically motivated.

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