But networks like Orlando's have come under attack from citizens who don't want tax dollars funding the projects, as well as from telecommunications providers who say the cities are competing with private enterprise.

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There is concern that the security situation could affect the outcome of the vote, especially if Iraqis don't participate because of fears that polling stations may come under attack.

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If that weren't enough, the very scope of patents themselves has come under legal attack, with cases being argued in court to determine whether broadening protection or narrowing it hastens or hinders innovation.

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But I can't address the motivation behind yesterday's attack because it's under investigation by the FBI and by local law enforcement.

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Increasingly common cybercriminal exploits, particularly those that occur on the Web, still don't have to be reported under any disclosure law even after a company discovers the attack on its site.

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He told CNN the last big wave of the attack hit Tuesday morning, but that he doesn't "live under the illusion" that there won't be more.

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