I had a front row seat at the RSA Conference today.
Microsoft Executive Circle Webcast: Security360 with Mike Nash: Raising the Bar: Bill Gates Keynote at RSA Conference 2005 (Level 100)
"Our primary goal is to improve security and safety for all our customers -- consumers and businesses, regardless of size -- through a balance of technology innovation, guidance and industry leadership," Gates said. "We're committed to continued innovation that addresses the threats of today and anticipates those that will undoubtedly emerge in the future."
Bill announced a new version of Microsoft® Internet Explorer for Windows XP Service Pack 2 customers, henceforth known as IE7.
If you write Spyware for a living, beter start looking for another job as Windows® AntiSpyware technology will now be included at no additional charge as part of the Windows value proposition.
"Customers are concerned about the risk malware poses to their personal information, and frustrated by its impact on the reliability and performance of their computers," Gates said. "We are responding by making security easier and more cost-effective for Windows customers, helping to protect millions of people who are vulnerable today."