CMP Media's InformationWeek to Run Dramatic Expose: 'Technology and the Fight Against Child Porn' in February 14 issuePRNewswire-FirstCall The Internet is enriching the lives of children around the world, but advances in computer technology -- such as encryption, key-chain storage devices, peer-to-peer networks, and Internet relay chat -- have also made it possible for child pornographers and pedophiles to distribute their reprehensible material around the globe with unfortunate ease and efficiency. Law enforcement is finding new ways to fight the scourge, going after the Internet billing companies that make it possible for the creators of child-porn-oriented web sites to operate, and also using technology such as Google to identify such web sites. Meantime, IT vendors including Microsoft are taking more steps to help in the war, as well. Still, it may not be enough, child protection advocates worry. "The problem is that as law enforcement increases the number of cases, it's increasing in a linear fashion, whereas the problem is exploding in an exponential way," says Robert Flores, administrator of the Justice Department's Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, quoted in a story written by John Foley, "Technology and The Fight Against Child Porn," to appear in InformationWeek's February 14 issue. Wired Kids' executive director and founder, Parry Aftab (who writes The Privacy Lawyer Column for Informationweek.com), also interviewed for the story, shares the concern. "The magnitude of the problem is so big that law enforcement can no longer even put a dent in it," says Aftab, whose organization this week announces that it is launching Katiesplace.org, a website that will provide mental health support for victims of Internet sexual exploitation. About InformationWeek (http://www.informationweek.com/) As a publication of CMP Media, InformationWeek is a weekly print magazine that reaches 440,000 Business Technology professionals at more than a quarter million unique locations. It is read by Business Technology professionals whose titles span the IT spectrum and provides unique perspective and in-depth analysis on news, research and IT trends. Its mission is to help Business Technology professionals drive business innovation. And over the last 25 years, IT professionals have responded with unparalleled loyalty. About CMP Media LLC CMP Media LLC (http://www.cmp.com/) is a leading integrated media company providing essential information and marketing services to the entire technology spectrum-the builders, sellers and users of technology worldwide. Capitalizing on its editorial strength, CMP is uniquely positioned to offer marketers comprehensive, integrated media solutions tailored to meet their individual needs. Its diverse products and services include newspapers, magazines, Internet products, research, direct marketing services, education and training, trade shows and conferences, and custom publishing. Contact: John Foley
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