In this week's IT Roundup we look at some of the new security features built into Windows 8, a new PCI compliance assessment guideline and the potential end of how Intel designs desktop processors.

Windows 8 Security: How Secure Is Windows 8?

Take a look at some of the new security features of Windows 8 including integrated antivirus and firewall. Let us know your thoughts on Windows 8 security in the comments section.

PCI Council Issues New Guidance On Risk Assessment

The PCI Security Standards Council has released the PCI DSS Risk Assessment Guidelines Information Supplement which can help organizations performing a risk assessment identify potential threats that could compromise card data.

Intel to kill off desktop as we know it

A new report says that Intel is planning to begin changing the way it connects processors to the motherboard by starting to solder processors directly to the board.