Software can make e-mail disappear without a trace
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A software developed by AbsoluteFuture, called SafeMessage, has roused concerns from law-enforcement agencies because of its capability to transmit e-mails that once opened will vanish off without a trace after a period of time set by the sender. The police believes that SafeMessage and similar programs could provide a digital cover for communication between crooks, including terrorists.
Publication Name: USA Today
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0734-7456
Year: 2000
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Software firms scramble to sell online services
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Software companies that are striving to boost their earnings are increasingly shifting from store shelves to the Internet to market their products. Much like a home-utility service, software firms, such as Computer Associates International Inc and BMC Software Inc, allow consumers to download their software programs from the Web for a monthly, pay-per-usage fee.
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ISSN: 0734-7456
Year: 2000
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