RE: International Computer/Security Policies

["David" <david () clicksee net>]

Living in Thailand I can tell you a few things to look out for in
China... most software is a pirate version. Zombie PC networks are
rampant. People who can't speak English that well are a lot more
inclined to click "OK" just to get to the next step. I find networks to
be worse at the workplace than internet cafes actually. Check out what
voltage electricity runs on in each country too. You will need adaptors
or you will fry your computer. I recharged an electric razor from the
States here once on their 240v and the thing ran like it was using jet
fuel for a couple of days and never worked again. Lol.  





-----Original Message-----
From: Alexander Bolante [mailto:alexander.bolante () gmail com] 
Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2005 1:26 PM
To: security-basics () securityfocus com
Subject: International Computer/Security Policies

Hi, I will be traveling to the following international sites this year
on business:

1. United Kingdom (London/Camberley)
2. The Netherlands (Amsterdam/Haarlem)
3. China (Shanghai)
4. Australia (Perth)

What should I be aware of in terms of international computer security
policies for each country? What should I know regarding each country's
network/Internet use policies?

These are very broad, open-ended questions, so I'm open to any and all
suggestions/recommendations/tips. My goal is to be well-prepared and
aware of any gotchas before doing any type of computer work overseas.

I'd appreciate any information you can provide...

e.g. Does the Netherlands have restrictions on where I can use my
machine, access the Internet, etc.?

e.g. I heard when traveling to China, when your machine goes thru
airport scanners, they care more about the data on the machine; hence
to be safe, it's better to Fedex your machine to the local office
where you'd be working.

Thanks!
-- 
"I know nothing" -- Alexander.Bolante () gmail com