Obama's Cybersecurity Initiative Wins Praise
U.S. President Barack Obama's announcement Friday of a new cybersecurity push by the U.S. government won widespread praise from the technology industry, with many people saying his attention to the issue is a major step toward better securing the nation's computer networks.
-- Ed Black, president and CEO of Computer & Communications Industry Association: "President Obama announced he plans to appoint both a cybersecurity czar and someone who understands privacy and civil liberties to the National Security Council cyber security team. This shows the Obama Administration understands the critical balance needed to keep the Internet open and safe and to maintain the freedom and trust of those using it. We know the pressures to deviate from this balance will be strong, and we hope he can stay on course."
-- U.S. Representative Peter King, of New York, senior Republican on the House Committee on Homeland Security: "I view the president's action today on cybersecurity as a very positive step. As we go forward, we have to make sure that all of the federal departments and agencies are properly coordinated in their cybersecurity efforts."
-- Ann Beauchesne, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's vice president of national security and emergency preparedness: "Cyber threats are real, growing, and causing significant challenges for businesses. President Obama promised to make cybersecurity a top priority during the campaign. The Chamber welcomes the administration's efforts to turn a campaign promise into action."
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