NCS 12/29/11

Published: Dec. 29, 2011, 8 p.m.

b'A report from bug identification specialist TippingPoint indicates that Microsoft remains a leader in an unwelcome category: The software giant is one of the most sluggish responders when it comes to patching bugs in its programs.\\n New York Assemblywoman Jane Corwin announced Tuesday she has authored and introduced landmark legislation to create the crime of cyber-bullying in New York state.\\n With the \\u201cLicense\\u201d app for Apple iPhones and iPads, making a realistic fake ID has never been easier; to prevent this app from falling into the wrong hands that would use it for nefarious purposes, Senator Bob Casey (D -- Pennsylvania) recently requested that Apple remove the app from its online store.\\n Also listen for the job of the day.'