-- John Stewart, Cisco Systems vice president and chief security officer: "The administration's report is a culmination of the most focused and thorough discussion about the security of the nation's online infrastructure. I'm glad that so many experienced and knowledgeable contributors from the public and private sectors have given voice and are being heard. It's imperative that the public and private sector continue to collaborate."

-- 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."