EDS, the computer arm of the British government, has banned its staff from using Instant Messenger products in the workplace. It cites security concerns, especially over virus transmissions.

A memo to staff from EDS’ security compliance unit leaked to The Register describes “use of Instant Messenger (IM) products through the Internet” as a “risk to Client EDS’ infrastructure and network”.

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