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SolutionBase: Creating a secure and reliable VoIP solution

August 1, 2007 12:00am PDT

VoIP is the new kid on the telecommuncations block. As such, there are things you need to be aware of in order to create a secure and reliable solution. Deb Shinder points the way.

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How to create a Windows Vista VPN connection

April 11, 2007 1:46pm PDT

VPNs can be a lifesaver. Secure remote access enables additional productivity, saves travel time and empowers administrators and other staff. Here's how to create an ever-popular VPN connection in...

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McAfee Total Protection for Network is an enterprise-class network security center

April 29, 2008 1:52pm PDT

The McAfee Total Protection (ToPS) for Network product suite is designed to replace endless network appliances, while following a popular consolidation trend in enterprise computing by using blade...

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Step-By-Step: Configure a Windows 2000 VPN

April 15, 2007 10:51am PDT

Implement a secure tunnel/VPN between your company and remote users by enabling the RAS VPN services in Windows 2000 Server.

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Lock IT Down: Use LANguard to scan and audit network security

January 13, 2003 8:00am PST

See GFI's LANguard Network Security Scanner in action and learn how to use it.

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10+ reasons to treat network security like home security

October 24, 2008 6:29am PDT

Strategies for securing your network map pretty closely to those for securing your home. Chad Perrin looks at the parallels and offers a takeaway for each point of comparison.

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In the post-PC era, information security must adapt to new realities

March 4, 2013 6:00am PST

Alfonso Barreiro identifies some fundamental changes that infosec personnel need to make to their approach in order to operate effectively in their organizations.

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Take a tour of Webroot Internet Security Complete 2011

November 24, 2010 1:00pm PST

Webroot's updates for 2011 needed to overhaul the program to keep it relevant, and on that count the company succeeded. Tour the new features in this slideshow of Webroot Internet Security...

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Secure your router with Cisco's SDM Firewall Policy Wizard

June 21, 2007 1:38pm PDT

Cisco's Security Device Manager (SDM) now boasts the Firewall Policy Wizard, which you can use to create a firewall. David Davis walks you through the process.

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Best practices for securing Mac network services

June 9, 2010 8:19am PDT

Erik Eckel offers some best practices to keep in mind as you secure Mac network services in an enterprise environment.

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Review: SonicWALL TZ 100 router

January 5, 2010 8:48am PST

The SonicWALL TZ 100 router boasts widespread encryption, VPN and security compatibility, also offers optional Unified Threat Management services.

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Spotlight: Microsoft Network Monitor 3.3

August 13, 2009 1:52pm PDT

The Microsoft Network Monitor is a free tool for Windows PCs that allows you to see each and every networking packet that arrives at or is sent from the PC.

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Photos: Radius Atomic Bass for iPhone

November 13, 2008 12:08am PST

The Radius Atomic Bass earphones for iPhone are a worthwhile upgrade from the stock set that comes with the phone; they're comfortable, stylish, and offer great sound for the money.

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PC Tools Firewall Plus 2.0: The Right Tool for the Job?

May 9, 2007 12:36pm PDT

Numerous options exist for protecting Windows systems from malicious traffic. While Windows boasts its own Firewall, many deride it as ineffective. More expensive (and more difficult to...

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Find out why wireless network security deserves more scrutiny

April 21, 2005 8:35pm PDT

The FBI recently demonstrated how easily someone can break Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption and gain access to a secured network. In light of this announcement, Jonathan Yarden's taking...

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Choose a network management tool that can also help secure your systems

March 9, 2006 8:00am PST

More administrators are beginning to realize the value of using network management tools to also ramp up security. In fact, one way to get the maximum benefit from such a tool is to choose one...

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SolutionBase: Learn how NAC improves network security

December 11, 2007 12:00am PST

A NAC solution can help you become more efficient by keeping end-user devices compliant, supplying a safe, easy way for guests to have access to your network, and giving you an audit trail of user...

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Is your wireless network secure?

August 18, 2008 8:33pm PDT

In a recent tour of San Francisco, Oakland, and Palo Alto, a leading security expert discovered over 2600 networks, nearly a third of which were not using any encryption at all.

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Secure your computer after a Windows install or reinstall

November 24, 2008 12:28pm PST

Alan Norton details five ways to better secure your Microsoft Windows computer immediately following a clean install until all the important security updates can be installed.

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