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In part one of this two-part series, we review how to set up strong network security with Monowall, an open source...

A UTM appliance is an efficient, affordable way to improve small business network security. We take a look at five...

Just because you're a small business, doesn’t mean you don't face big threats. Consider these 10 steps to help...

Unsecured Wi-Fi on mobile devices can expose your company to security risks. Take a look at these tips to prevent...

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Are you shopping for a new Wi-Fi router? Don’t forget to take our list of the top features to help you get the...

A step up from its predecessor, Cisco's latest small business networking router adds Gigabit Ethernet, stronger...

There's big difference between a consumer router and a business-class router that can support a demanding small...

Our wireless networking expert shows how you can let clients, vendors and other guests share your Wi-Fi network...

These 20 free networking utilities span a range of features to help you care for your network without spending your...

Nothing kills your productivity faster than an uncooperative Wi-Fi connection. We show you how to fix the four issues...

To ensure optimal wireless network security, a little MAC (Media Access Control) filtering couldn't hurt. Learn what...

This wireless 802.11n router review also includes a look at TrendNet's wireless adapter. Both routers provide fast...

Can a proxy server help improve your small business network? Take a look at what it can do for your business.

Skype’s new group video feature gives small businesses face time with colleagues and clients. We walk you...

If you don’t know about IPv6, it's time to read this article. The new system of IP addressing will affect small...

Take a look at how Untangle provides another layer of protection for your entire network, including PCs and mobile...

Whether you're traveling and want to share Wi-Fi access or just need to extend your wireless reach at home, a your...

Forget safety in numbers. When you're talking networking, there's safety in layers. We show you when -- and when not...

The EnGenius ETR9330 Wireless N Travel Router let's you stay mobile by turning any wired Internet connection into a...

A wireless network offers plenty of advantages, but like any other business endeavor it requires advanced planning....

Petite yet potent, HP's Proliant MicroServer is an excellent small business server for any company ready to move to...

Does a blade server make sense for your company? Our small business server expert explains blade servers, their pros...

All small business networks lose their connection to the Internet from time to time. Here are five steps you can...

Looking for an alternative to cloud-based remote access and file sharing? PogoPlug Biz lets you easily access and...

This mega-list of open source networking tools includes something for everyone, whether you need to work on your...

New midrange managed switches debut with enhanced discovery and IPv6 capabilities as Cisco continues the process of...

Likewise Open, the open source secure authentication application, takes the pain out of joining Linux – and Mac...

We look at three mobile broadband options to keep you connected and productive on the road -- and offer tips on...

Confused by networking terms? Here's the skinny on 10 technologies that keep your small business network humming.

Power your Wi-Fi devices on the road using your 3G/4G mobile data plan. We'll show you what you need to set up a...

Affordable, easy to use, the TRENDnet Mobile 3G Wireless N Router gives mobile small business workers the capability...

Why put your business data and privacy at risk? This tutorial shows you how to send sensitive email and files...

ZyXEL's convertible 11n AP/controller provides an affordable way to grow and manage your wireless small business...

A small business network needs more security and features than a typical consumer router can provide. Here's our...

In the effort to secure a wireless network, it's often hard to tell the difference between Wi-Fi fact and fiction....

It’s no 'Eight Minute Abs,' but this list of eight tech tips can still help you firm and tone your small...

One simple step you can take to protect your data or small business network is to prevent employees from using USB...

You won't find a faster, easier way to remotely access and share the files you have stored on USB storage devices.

A third party DNS server puts a lot more pep in your Web surfing, provides protection against nefarious Web sites...

Virtual servers can help you save money, space and make it much easier to recover applications and files when a...

Small business technology's come a long way, which means it's a lot easier to take your network files on the road...

Think you can't afford a small business server? Think again. Windows Home Server offers enough power to earn a...

Clip this Wi-Fi adapter onto your laptop and extend the range and strength of your wireless network, and even...

Improved remote access features in Windows 7 simplify troubleshooting computer problems. Sit back and relax. Remote...

Windows 7 Internet streaming capability lets you share presentations, video and music with clients in the office or...

Lenovo’s Windows Home Server-based IdeaCentre D400 makes a fine small-office server, despite a few flaws.

We review ipMonitor 10, a simple yet powerful network monitoring software that alerts you to issues before they...

The most common hardware failures typically involve hard drives and memory. We take a look at several handy...

OpenDNS gives your small business’s Internet connection an extra dose of speed, security and control.

The wireless SV1T lets you make Skype video calls without being tethered to — or even in the same room as...

If you need a wireless network in your home office, but the layout isn’t conducive to Wi-Fi, you’ll...

Whether you’re upgrading to Windows 7 or buying a brand new computer, you’ll need to get the old files...

With Wi-Fi Direct technology, you’ll be able to transfer data between Wi-Fi devices — from your smartphone...

The company claims that its appliance produces tele-presence at near-HDTV quality without breaking the...

Plus, we discuss traffic monitoring and the difference between WRT and DD-WRT.

Does Network Magic Pro 5.5 make network management easier for regular people? Check out this review and judge for...

The appliance taps top threat intelligence systems to provide e-mail and Web security while aiming to keep setup and...

A look at how to use Windows 7’s HomeGroup networking feature, how to manage Wi-Fi connections, file sharing...

Public Wi-Fi is wonderful and convenient, but it does pose a security risk if you don’t protect yourself. We...

Tracking down missing system drivers is a royal pain. Ron Pacchiano shows you an easier way and walks you through...

MaxiVista 4 lets you expand your PC’s screen real estate to another computer without having to install video...

Joe Moran shows you how to find a MAC address and offers three tips on using them.

Ron Pacchiano shows how you can synchronize files stored in multiple locations so you always have up-to-date data no...

The Wi-Fire costs more than most USB Wi-Fi adapters, but if you need long-range capability, you’ll be glad you...

An instant-on operating system shaves minutes off of a computer’s start-up time, getting you online, to your...

With Weezo and an Internet connection, you won’t ever have to worry about forgetting a file when you travel...

Scott Alan Miller discusses everything you ever wanted to know about virtualization for small business — and...

Could your business benefit from thin clients? If you think we’re talking health and wellness, read analyst...

With free utilities and an Internet connection, you can listen to iTunes wherever your work takes you.

This month, Guru uses different scenarios to look at the common issues of extending and bridging Wi-Fi connections.

Security expert Michael Horowitz explains firewalls and why they’re important for home and small business...

Wi-Fi maven Aaron Weiss tells you everything you need to know to buy a wireless router for your home office.

Pogoplug makes USB storage devices accessible over the Internet so you can easily access your data on the road.

Need help with your small or home office Wi-Fi? In this month’s installment, he ponders several wireless...

Gbridge lets you build a secure VPN so you can access your files from anywhere. It even includes media-viewing...

Want to get your geek on? It takes patience and persistence to set up this utility, but the reward is a powerful...

With Wake-on-LAN, you can power down remote PCs to save money and still access them whenever you need.

Tuck these 12 tips into your networking toolbox and take the upper hand when it comes to Windows file-sharing.

Is your favorite Web site down, or is it just you? Need a boost of connection speed? Use these 10 must-have Web...

This inexpensive PBX telephony system provides sophisticated communications features without requiring sophisticated...

Let someone else manage your applications, storage, backup or even your hardware infrastructure? It’s a major...

The hosted-services provider has teamed with Seagate to supply enterprise-level data backup and recovery...

This month we answer questions related to bridging with open source firmware, such as DD-WRT and Tomato, as well as...

OnState is a SaaS solution that brings call center capability to small businesses quickly and inexpensively.

Can a totally wireless connection really deliver broadband speed? Clear, a WiMAX provider makes that promise. Is it...

Creating an image backup of your PC’s hard drive can save you a lot of anguish down the road. Ron Pacchiano...

You can use a handheld device to access your office PC from anywhere with Remote Desk Mobile.

Creating an image backup of your PC’s hard drive can save you a lot of anguish down the road. Ron Pacchiano...

Window’s netsh utility can teach you a lot about configuring PC network settings and help you make a few...

Fake security utilities deliver the very problems they claim to prevent. Here’s what you need to know in order...

Build your own networking toolkit with this great collection of 10 utilities. Even better, it won’t cost you a...

Analyst Laurie McCabe explains one of the more complex tech concepts and talks about how virtualization can benefit...

The networking company offers a family of unified threat management appliances designed to protect against Web-based...

When you drop a networked file into the standard Windows recycle bin, that’s all she wrote – it’s...

Networking guru Ron Pacchiano demonstrates the value in going virtual and offers a step-by-step conversion guide.

In part three of our series on building your own Windows home server, we tackle how to set up remote access for your...

In part two of our series on building your own Windows home server, we’ll show you how to set up PCs, users and...

The Wi-Fi Guru covers a wide variety of Wi-Fi networking issues, including range boosters and why Macs and PCs...

You could spend $500 or more for a pre-built Windows Home Server System, but you don't really have to: We'll show...

In this two-part tutorial, we explore CoovaAP firmware and its hosted services. In Part II, our expert shows how to...

In this two-part tutorial, we explore CoovaAP firmware and its hosted services. In Part I, our expert shows you how...

Maintaining the strongest possible wireless signal around your entire office is part science, part art....

Skype's versatile VoIP software gets an aesthetic and functional makeover. Isn't it time you took it out for a spin?

You'll need a strong Wi-Fi connection to take advantage of this cool calling app over a wireless network, but it's...

This affordable phone service provides all the essentials for most small businesses.

This month, the Wi-Fi Guru discusses wireless bridges, Hi-Def home networking over 802.11n and some DD-WRT issues.

Setting up your network to use OpenDNS' servers instead of your ISP's to look up Internet addresses is quick, easy...

This month, the Guru shows you how to love your router--and also answers questions about daisy chaining, DD-WRT,...

When you have a connectivity problem, these four command-line network utilities can help you pinpoint it.

Our roster of winners includes the best tools to help small business owners curb costs and improve efficiency....

New Cisco hardware rolls out to take aim at smaller businesses with big needs.

Switching to VoIP phone service can save money without suffering the returning to the sloth and hassle of dial-up...

This month, the Wi-Fi Guru covers sharing cellular (on a tugboat no less), best methods for roaming between clients,...

This wireless access point lets you upgrade your network to wireless N capability without chucking your older,...

As data relentlessly accumulates, small businesses need to find ways to store and protect. We take a look at...

The security giant says small business owners will focus on five key areas to better manage IT information and...

In the last of our three-part series on virtual private networks, we look at how to share and access folders,...

RADIUS servers aren't just for large enterprises. Elektron RADIUS Server from Periodik Labs brings 'Wireless Without...

In the second of our two-part series, our network guru reveals how to set up the client PC for a Virtual Private...

Servers don't like it hot. These tips will help you keep your cool and get the most out of your tech investment.

If you change networks often, chances are you also change network settings and switch profiles frequently....

Before Windows can accept remote desktop connections via Microsoft's Remote Desktop Connection client application or...

With iTunes, you can take your music with you, even if your iPod is elsewhere. All it takes is a network and the...

In the first of a two-part series, network guru Ron Pacchiano guides you through setting up the host PC for a Virtual...

The company says it designed Windows Small Business Server 2008 and Windows Essential Business Server 2008 to help...

The networking and communications giant sets its sights on serving companies with less than 100 employees.

Sending and receiving unsecured e-mail can put your business at risk. We look at what it takes to secure and encrypt...

In Part 4 of our five-part series on setting up a WPA-Enterprise wireless network in a small business environment,...

Need storage for you home-office network but don't want to commit to a NAS box? Don't fret, centralized storage is...

A hosted phone system offers high-end communication features without the hefty up-front investment, but is it right...

Linux has all the power and flexibility you need, both for servers and networking devices. Carla Schroder shows you...

Last month we looked at enabling the Remote Desktop for connectivity via Microsoft's Remote Desktop Connection...

The Wi-Fi Guru tackles Bluetooth blocking (although he's not sure why), WLANs for WISP subscribers, iPhone tricks...

Network Map offers a bird's-eye, but potentially incomplete, view of your network.

This petite router turns a cellular wireless data connection into Wi-Fi.

If you don’t anticipate risks, the deployment of a wireless LAN can lead to trouble. Learn about common risks...

Web-based applications come with a certain element of risk—from downtime to productivity to security. But with...

Because of the use of radio waves, a wireless network is not secure unless you take special precautions. Follow...

Minimal IT staff? Limited budget? HP says its Adaptive Infrastructure in a Box for Midsize Businesses can help you...

Looking to save some dough on network utilities? MaxiVista Pro is a simple alternative to graphics cards, switch...

What happens to your business if the network fails or the power goes out? If you don't know, you need a disaster...

The Central Axis hits a couple of high notes on features, but more discordant ones when it comes to usability and...

Check Point software outlines a few suggestions for buying a unified threat management system. First and foremost:...

Part three in our series on WPA-Enterprise for SOHO covers installing and configuring the affordable and...

WorldExtend says its IronDoor 3.5 lets you access your entire business, not just your desktop, from afar.

Vista's Windows Easy Transfer makes getting a new system up and running a more manageable process.

Learn the basics of an 802.1x RADIUS server environment and the steps to setting it up to run WPA-Enterprise...

Survey finds SMBs making creative changes to combat rising cost of business-as-usual.

Thrifty New England-based credit union solves several communications problems with a hosted phone system from...

When it comes to tasting biometrics at home, LemonScreen could be the flavor of the month.

The kitchen may be closing on the all-you-can-eat bandwidth buffet, so start measuring usage. And remember, it's not...

Vista's Remote Desktop feature makes it possible to log into your system from anywhere and use it as though you were...

Although it takes some getting used to, this handy utility creates a virtual space on your PC where you can safely...

Big Blue takes another whack at CDP for small offices by turning FilesX around as a Tivoli Storage Manager offering.

The expectations for NAS devices continue to rise. Simple backup storage and file sharing is no longer enough. The...

An introduction to WPA-Enterprise security for small businesses and an overview of the best options for using it to...

More advanced sharing techniques are at your fingertips. Learn how to reach out and touch them.

Small businesses have a wider selection of entry-level servers available than ever before. See what's ripe for the...

Service strategy lets small companies enjoy technology benefits without the headaches.

Aaron Weiss, courtesy of sister site Wi-FiPlanet, answers reader questions about networking Xboxes, the dangers of...

The Planet offers a new range of hosted and/or managed services that can free you from buying, installing and...

Worried that your Web browser's a hacker's delight? Datamation's Kenneth van Wyk puts three top browsers to the test.

Help is an Internet connection away. Using Vista's Remote Assistance feature is way better than doing tech support...

Microsoft's Windows Live FolderShare 2008 software makes sharing (and synchronizing) files across multiple systems...

The company aims to help small businesses boost their wireless networking with new access points, routers and adapters.

Employee behavior on the Web can make or break your network security. Teaching employees what to look for is the...

On a network? Have files you don't want everyone to see? We walk through how to hide whichever ones you want to keep...

Share, edit and store your documents – without investing in a whole lotta hardware.

Forget Wi-Fi. Wi-Max technology promises to let us roam much farther afield while still maintaining an Internet...

Protecting your company's sensitive data and complying with industry or government regulations can be challenging...

Beware of ad-hoc networks when you connect to the Internet in public places.

In Part II of our Windows/Mac sharing tutorial, we cover the nuts-and-bolts of file sharing between Windows and Mac...

Macs and PCs really can get along. This tutorial will show you how to add an Apple computer (or two) to your...

We look at a company that found satisfaction, serious features and significant savings when it outsourced its phone...

Keeping a Windows-based computer safe from online threats is an expensive proposition these days. Here are ways to...

Connecting multiple consumer electronics devices to your network wirelessly can be a pricey and time-consuming...

When it comes to network sharing on a Vista network, NSC streamlines the setup. Learn how to set up printer, file,...

Its new Upline subscription service includes storage, data sharing and remote access capabilities.

As a business grows, keeping track of files located on different computers can get tricky. We explain network...

This painless step-by-step guide will help you bring that ghost printer back to life.

Meet face-to-face with far-flung clients and co-workers without ever leaving your office. Yes, small biz finally...

Until this week, iPass provided access to its high-speed Wi-Fi service only to enterprise customers. Now, there is a...

The adage 'the best defense is a good offense' certainly applies to keeping your network safe from digital...

Hamachi makes it a cinch to say sayonara to your VPN woes. With the free software utility, your VPN can be up and...

Are you making the most of your Internet connection? Propel Personal Bandwidth Manager can show how you're using it...

Strapped for storage? It might be time to consider a dedicated spare room for all your business bits and bytes. Our...

Microsoft plans to roll out later this year the first service pack for Microsoft Response Point VoIP phone system...

You can save a lot of money and gain a lot of speed if your smartphone supports Wi-Fi networking. Here's how to set...

Quit typing your dog's name over and over: Tools like KeePass and Clipperz can help make dealing with passwords...

A pair of passwords could be leaving your router — and your network — vulnerable to attack. Learn how to...

In this article, we examine wireless networking, and how it can provide flexibility while cutting costs for small...

Who needs an office when you've got a cafe? A new wave of employees and entrepreneurs are using Wi-Fi to re-invent...

Virtualization is one of the tougher IT concepts to understand, but for certain small businesses, the potential...

Thinking of sharing your home (or small business) WLAN? Aimed at first-timers, this thorough primer on Wi-Fi basics...

Surveys suggest that most people aren't familiar with Internet-based productivity applications, so this week we'll...

Feeling a bit cramped for space, digitally speaking? Hitachi's storage server offers small businesses lots of room...

Running your business over a network -- even if it's only to share Internet access -- can help you be more...

IMAP offers a way to have the same flexibility you get with Webmail without giving up the POP's capability to use...

Sharing files with a Mac got much easier and much more robust with the release of Leopard. And if you're on the...

Can't reach a Web site or send and receive e-mail? Tucked away into Windows XP is a built-in utility called Network...

In the third installment of our series on remote access, we provide step-by-step instruction on how to get or give...

Don’t let the name throw you. The new crop of Windows Home Server devices could be just what your business...

New servers and a new approach reflect a strategic emphasis on simplicity preferred by CEO Michael Dell.

RIM says its Blackberry Professional Software offers enterprise-quality wireless communication that's designed and...

Last week we took a look at Remote Desktop, a Windows feature that lets you remotely access and control your system...

The new Wi-Fi-enabled iPod is a "touch" disappointing.

Knocked offline by hurricanes Katrina and Rita, the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency now keeps Microsoft Exchange...

The NASPerform is a twist on both the direct-connect and NAS style of external disk. The storage device uses a...

As small business owners, protecting your financial information – and that of your customers – is critical...

The stakes run ever higher in Internet security, as hackers get more creative and more pernicious by the day. With...

FolderShare is one of Microsoft's Windows Live services and this free (albeit beta) product is an easy way to keep...

Gigabit Ethernet is now inexpensive and ubiquitous enough for home or small office networks. This week, we look at...

Simicomm rolls out self-installing, self-configuring PBX software as a low-cost option for small businesses.

If you want to share your storage across a network, or think you might in the future, connecting devices directly to...

Learn how sharing resources in Vista differs from Windows XP and see exactly how to perform common network sharing...

Designed for small-to-mid-sized businesses, the all-in-one blade server will make such systems affordable to...

The same UPS that powers a PC for about 20 minutes will likely run your gateway and router a good deal longer —...

Sending large files can be a hassle, but instant messaging and direct transfer software offer a way around e-mail or...

Vista’s wireless networking interfaces differ from those in XP, but they still allow you to perform common...

Ever send an e-mail that appears to leave your outbox, but then later you find a notice that delivery failed? You're...

TalkPlus offers a wide range of advanced voicemail functionality without the call quality problems of regular VoIP.

The business of baseball calls for working a lot of days, nights and weekends. World Extend VPN lets the Trenton...

The biggest difference between the PowerEdge 2970 and its 2950 sibling may be the processor, but a deep dive reveals...

Network management tools typically cost several hundred dollars or more, but The Dude is free. While the oddly named...

Network Access Control adds yet another layer of technology to the security labyrinth – but some SMBs really...

A steady stream of potential vulnerabilities are routinely announced, patched and forgotten. However, it's exploits...

Expanding beyond its home-networking roots, Linksys designed a two-tiered program specifically for small businesses....

While there are lots of hotspots out there, they don't exactly provide blanket coverage. Wouldn't it be nice if some...

IP address conflicts are usually temporary, but you can't count on them to always resolve themselves. This week,...

The company's latest 802.11n router displays details on an integrated screen.

The choices we make in terms of our network infrastructure will matter for a lot more than how quickly we can view...

Though the show tends to feature enterprise-grade networking wares, Networld Interop featured plenty to keep things...

The firmware options for a given router are typically limited to those provided by the manufacturer of the device....

IPv6 is a technology that seems to be just around the corner. But for one company, it's arrived. Learn why you...

If you have several systems running Windows XP SP2, Windows Connect Now provides a way to avoid some of the...

Our small business networking expert explains what a Firewire/1394 network connection is and why you won't find it...

PKWare's making its SecureZip available to individuals for free, which means it won't cost a thing to encrypt the...

If you're concerned about maintaining maximum privacy and security, Little Snitch's user interface and low price is...

Testing the laptop 3G capabilities of one of America's biggest mobile operators reveals the good, the bad and the ugly.

The 2.4 GHz Draft-N DIR-655 keeps all of the configuration options that made its predecessor popular, but adds new...

While the Bluetooth probably conjures up images of people appearing to talk to themselves, the technology is useful...

This week, we take a look at how to set up and use the firewall feature built into Windows XP Service Pack 2. We...

With a starting price tag flirting with two grand, WhatsUp Gold certainly isn't for every business, but there's no...

Having a printer for each computer on your network is usually overkill. A better use of money and space is to set up...

This small hardware appliance safeguards your laptop from network infections.

The most daunting part of upgrading to Windows Vista may be trying to figure out where in the layers of menus the...

Once you're ready to start sharing your files and folders in Windows Vista, the best step for security is to turn on...

Seemingly minor and easily overlooked settings can still have profound security implications. Here are some steps...

Your wired network can let rogue devices connect, but with the right tools, it can also help distinguish threats.

When you can't get an Internet connection, a common response is to reboot the computer, router and/or DSL or cable...

With the right (inexpensive) equipment, you can use the AC wires in your walls to transmit data along with electricity.

Network Magic provides information about your network and helps facilitate tasks such as sharing folders or...

In part two of our two-part step-by-step series, we introduce your new IM server to the wider Internet.

Tired of paying your Web hosting company big bucks and getting little in return? The owners of Footballguys.com quit...

Why set up your own instant messaging server? It's secure, you add the services you want, you control the namespace...

Using a home network management utility is a good way to make Windows networking easier for novices and experienced...

Pictures are worth many thousands of words in this tiny tome for wireless newbies who need a speedy education.

When it comes to keeping outsiders off your home or office wireless network, a little security can go a long way.

When your customers are Hollywood types bent on keeping their television and film content safe from pirates, you'd...

With CallButler software adroitly handling calls, small companies can 'look' big and save big.

Open source router firmware such as DD-WRT does things the factory-installed stuff never offers. For example, you...

Computer security vendors have a field day this time of year, because journalists are quickly running out of things...

The open-source operating system can save small businesses a bundle, but it has a reputation for being complex to...

In recent years Gigabit Ethernet has become a practical and economical option for home offices and small businesses....

Sizing up Linux for your next networking project? You can take a pass on the holy wars and still reap the benefits.

Fancy styling and ease of use can't overcome lackluster performance compared to other Draft-N products.

Netgear's SSL-based VPN appliance is less expensive and easier to set up than most conventional IPSec- based...

Big Blue is expanding its single sign-on application to help smaller companies work with their partners.

Here are four things you should in the hour after you've happily observed that you've "got ping" (i.e., a network...

The online hotspot directory has upgraded its utility to provide an offline location search, coupled with VPN...

The competition's fierce among companies that make anti-virus and digital threat software, and that means more...

D-Link says its $99 device — which includes a firewall, content controls, anti-virus, spam filtering and more,...

Vendors that are selling 802.11n have decided the imperatives of their product cycles trump the long-term benefit of...

With a new $5 router and plans for recruitment campaigns, the company hopes to soon spread its access far and wide...

Building strong passwords helps you protect both business and personal data from unauthorized access. But passwords...

'Draft N' wireless network gear offers a somewhat dubious value proposition. In theory, you get faster connections...

For some SMBs, adding work-at-home employees can boost revenue without pushing overhead through the roof. An SMB...

The company says that the latest servers in its PowerEdge line focus on the specific needs of the small-business...

PCs networked in a peer-to-peer fashion are adequate when you have only two or three people on the network. After...

The new R2 version of Microsoft's Windows Small Business Server 2003 brings remote management and peace of mind to a...

Brand new notebook PC, established wireless network waiting at home...Everything should just work, right? Our...

Netgear ups the ante on household electrical wiring, claiming its powerline adapter has a real-world throughput of...

Though it has an odd name, Spiceworks is a piquant tool for inventory and management of small-business networks.

Still in draft mode, 802.11n — the newest Wi-Fi standard — won't be finalized till late 2007, but new...

You wireless network is set up, but what if it seems too slow or unreliable? In the conclusion to our series we look...

Once your firewall is protecting your Linux appliance, you need to poke a few holes in it to allow visitors access...

MicroNet says big things can come in small packages and offers small businesses the PlatimumNAS 3.0 as evidence.

One of the best ways to maintain the security and performance of your business network is to restrict the Web sites...

Once you've got all your gear lined up, it's time to bring your wireless network to life. Part 2 of our three-part...

In which we examine the delicate matter of configuring calls to the outside while keeping outsiders from hijacking...

Choosing the right yechnology for a wireless network can be overwhelming. In Part 1 of our three-part series on...

Setting up a small voice network with both analog and IP phone service is easy. An interface card, some software and...

Big Blue's x3400 server features dual-core Xeon processors, a lot of internal expansion room and a price that's...

In this installment, we learn how to configure the two network interfaces and then lock down the firewall box.

Accidents happen all of the time: Hard drives fail, viruses and spyware wreak havoc, or sometimes we just delete...

Ximeta's NetDisk offers SMBs a different approach to traditional NAS as a way to add shared storage to a network....

The company releases its latest Firebox X Edge series of security appliances saying it gives small businesses more...

Increase the number of Internet Explorer's simultaneous downloads with this simple registry hack. Plus, how to make...

Maintaining network security takes diligence and the integration of strong security practices into our daily lives.

Hamachi is a handy new freeware tool lets you easily create and manage your own "zero-configuration" virtual private...

Your business may be defined as small, your IT needs are anything but small. Storage, performance and uptime are as...

In the second installment in our series on building your own Linux-based network appliance, the construction begins...

Looking to share storage across your small-business network? This affordable product lets you plug any USB hard...

Windows XP Professional's Remote Desktop feature lets you see and control your office PC as though you were sitting...

Welcome to our series on how to build your own Linux-based network appliance. Don't worry, we'll walk you through...

Automatic Configuration for Multiple Networks lets you move between different networks without the configuration...

Here's your chance to see what Wi-Fi eavesdroppers see — and it isn't pretty.

If you want to take more control over how your network performs, take a look at NetInfo; it wraps15 network...

Vendors maybe in a MIMO state of mind, but research outfits say 802.11n isn't ready.

Looking for affordable network storage for file sharing or data backup? The Buffalo LinkStation Home Server NAS...

Eli, Inc. intends to make VPNs — the most secure remote access technology — affordable and easy enough for...

Interface improvements and new features — including some much-needed security — put this home and...

Even though most of us know that we need to do regular backups, the fact is that many us don't. In part one of a...

Wireless LANs are meant to provide roaming, and most people expect it to be seamless. Here's how it really impacts...

D-Link's unified threat management security appliance packs a huge number of features into one box. However, it also...

This one begs the question: Why assemble your own Ethernet cables? Maybe you need custom lengths of cable. After...

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An appliance built to defend networks from a variety of intrusion attacks debuts at an unprecedented low price.

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Expanding the capabilities of its remote access appliance, EnKoo aims to offer Web conferencing at a significantly...

Powered by Postini, McAfee's new Secure Messaging Service aims to protect small business e-mail from things that go...

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The Firebox Edge X5w is designed to be an all-in-one wireless firewall and VPN appliance for your small network. It...

One Internet connection and two computers, each running firewall software, can mean PCs that refuse to talk to each...

Kaspersky Internet Security 2006 offers protection against just about every threat category at a price that...

How low can SAN prices go? QLogic pushes the envelope for SMBs.

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Whether you already have a wireless network or you're about to take the plunge, these five steps help provide better...

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In part two of this series, we present the pros and cons of your five options: digital certificates, one-time...

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At home, on the road or in between, remote access helps you be productive anytime, anywhere.

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Whether you found a better deal or need faster service, learn how to change ISPs smoothly and without unnecessary...

Maxtor's Shared Storage Drive makes it easy and affordable for SMBs to share storage and printers on the network.

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Can a wireless print server support non-printing functions such as scanning and faxing? Plus, unscrambling Wi-Fi...

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Increasingly vigilant ISPs are quietly filtering their customers Web traffic to prevent malicious attacks. But the...

Generally, an audit is the last thing you need. But we're not talking taxes; we're talking security. Learn how...

Senforce Endpoint Security Suite aims to help SMBs keep mobile devices secure and compliant.

Seattle-based HyBlue today launched a Web-based network diagnostic and management tool designed to help small...

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The 3Com E-mail Firewall 'powered by BorderWare' aims to bring big-business security to SMB e-mail servers. Can it...

Wi-Fi newcomer Corriente Networks offers a level of wireless security previously available only to big businesses...

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LANDesk Server Manager 8.5 aims to keep your server healthy, happy and working in top form.

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Check Point announces an all-in-one wireless network security appliance designed specifically for SMBs.

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One comprehensive program, no IT required and 24/7 tech support — Trend Micro makes it easy for SMBs to avoid...

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Don't take chances when you set up a wireless network for your SMB. Buffalo provides a way to keep your network secure.

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In an attempt to help spread wireless broadband deployment across rural regions, the Federal Communications...

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Cisco Systems introduces four different intelligent network solutions designed to help small and mid-sized...

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' A novel approach to doing business with small businesses? For Novell, it's just business as usual. The company is...