TOP STORIES: Understanding Your WLAN Management Options [December 29, 2009] In the world of wireless network management you need to thread the needle between vendor lock-in and potentially poor coverage from third-party solutions. Nortel Could Sell Carrier VoIP Unit for $282M [December 28, 2009] The sell-off continues as Nortel puts its growing carrier VoIP and app solutions business up for sale. MontaVista Eyes Bigger Networking, Carrier Linux Wins [December 23, 2009] Chip vendor Cavium now owns MontaVista Linux. What does it mean for the embedded Linux pioneer? Comcast Settles P2P Class-Action Suit [December 23, 2009] Modest settlement agreement resolves only one legal hurdle from BitTorrent throttling incident. ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT: SolarWinds Innovates with Net Management Dev Model [December 1, 2009] SolarWinds products are geared to customers who need a scalable, easy-to-use network management solution for 250 to 10,000 managed elements, and at an affordable price point. WildPackets Monitors Diverse Networks [November 25, 2009] WildPackets offers portable network analysis products which are designed for use on enterprise networks and in test and measurement labs, plus distributed network analysis solutions for enterprise-wide applications. Embrace Project Management or Die [November 11, 2009] Buzzwords, inflated job descriptions and over-complex tools cause administrators to shy away from project management, but that's the last thing they need to be doing. NETWORK HARDWARE: Build an IPSEC VPN Without Losing Your Mind [October 28, 2009] You might be ready to move beyond OpenVPN, but feel daunted by IPSEC's learning curve. With our quick guide, you'll be up and running with free, open Openswan in no time. Stand Out to Employers in a Downturn [August 19, 2009] Whether you're out of work, feeling trapped in your current position or looking for new opportunities in IT, it's time to look at ways to be more competitive in a crowded market. Get to Know Clustered File Systems [July 1, 2009] Clustered and highly available file systems are plentiful, but each brings its share of tradeoffs and workarounds to the table. Learn about some top choices along with the benefits and pitfalls they entail. NETWORK SOFTWARE Test Applications for Compatibility with Windows Server 2008 R2 [December 21, 2009] If you're making the move to a 64-bit architecture, you'll need to take advantage of Microsoft's Application Compatibility and Software Certification toolkits to ensure the smoothest migration. Plan for a Migration to Windows Server 2008 R2 [December 8, 2009] It's not the most straightforward process in the world, but Microsoft provides plenty of tools for a smooth migration to Windows Server 2008 R2. Jabez Gan shows you how. Understanding NIC Bonding with Linux [December 2, 2009] NIC bonding with Linux is simple, once you understand all your choices and their limitations. SECURITY: Plug a Hole in Cisco's NetFlow Coverage [December 17, 2009] Netflow has changed since Cisco first introduced it. To get the maximum security benefit from this useful protocol, make sure collectors operating on your network are able to collect, analyze and store Flexible NetFlow templates and data. Secure Networks Require Secure Web Gateways [December 4, 2009] Most IT shops have handled the e-mail threat but overlook the rise of the Web as today's primary attack vector. Secure Web gateways that know better than to trust "good" sites will be key to addressing that oversight. Does Metasploit Have a Future? [November 23, 2009] Recently acquired, the Metasploit project is a popular pen testing framework loved by white- and black-hats alike. Now that it has a corporate parent, does it have a future as a viable open source project? STANDARDS & PROTOCOLS: Why It's Time to Think About Managed DNS [December 16, 2009] Google has made waves with its new DNS service. Here's why you should be thinking about hosted DNS, too, and why OpenDNS should see Google's move as an opportunity. It's About Time: Why Your Network Needs an NTP Server [December 15, 2009] For everything from scheduling backups to comparing security logs after a break-in, network administrators depend on the good time-keeping an NTP server can provide. Backup Strategy: Which is Better, Tape or Disk? [August 24, 2009] Huge cabinet-size tape libraries, with robots feeding fibre channel-attached tape drives, arranged in a row so that tapes can be passed between cabinets, manually removing tapes for off-site transport? This cannot be the pinnacle of backup technology. Get Ready for Windows 7! Pros and Cons? Learn What Our Experts Think Download Free eBook Now. Click Here. | Interested in placing your TEXT AD HERE? Click Here |
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