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Global Cyber Attacks a 'Wake-Up Call'

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International cyber attack that began on Friday is a global wake up call, says Microsoft

Microsoft says the international cyber attack that began on Friday is a wake up call for the world -- and governments must do more to prevent cyber-weapons falling into the hands of criminals. 

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