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Authenticate users on the network by configuring ACS 5.2 for a Cisco switch

April 13, 2011 12:10pm PDT

Brandon Carroll walks you through the basic steps of configuring ACS 5.2 (Access Control System) for 802.1x authentication using EAP-MD5 to help you manage devices that can connect to your...

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Asus Eee Pad Transformer teardown: Convoluted, but 3G-ready internal design

August 2, 2011 1:43pm PDT

The Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF101's internal design leaves room for a 3G card, but also makes the 10-inch Android tablet difficult to work on.

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Hacking a wireless network with an iPod Touch

August 17, 2009 11:08am PDT

TechRepublic blogger Paul Mah posed some questions to Thomas Wilhelm, who demonstrated using Apple's iPod Touch as a full-blown hacking tool against wireless networks at the Defcon17 conference...

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Secure your Bluetooth wireless networks and protect your data

December 1, 2006 3:37pm PST

Bluetooth technology is the most popular wireless connectivity solution today. Although it functions well as a wireless personal network technology, it can increase the risk to business...

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Geek Gifts 2011: Polk Audio F/X Wireless Surround speaker system

September 23, 2011 11:24am PDT

The F/X Wireless Surround speaker system from Polk Audio is a great deal for anyone setting up a new surround sound system.

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A free tool that tracks down rogue access points

July 7, 2003 7:00am PDT

How Kismet can help secure your network

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Troubleshooting tips for wireless connectivity issues

November 15, 2010 6:00am PST

Troubleshooting wireless connectivity issues is a common problem, and often a very pesky one when supporting remote users. Jack Wallen takes you through his approach for getting to the root of the...

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DIY: Wireless printing while on a VPN

November 16, 2011 10:27am PST

In this installment of Ask Jack, read about one way to print to print wireless printers while being connected to the VPN.

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Ultimate wireless security guide: An introduction to LEAP authentication

January 11, 2007 5:00pm PST

Enterprise wireless LAN security is a persistent concern for every system administrator and CIO. This article, part of the TechRepublic ultimate guide to enterprise wireless LAN security,...

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Try kismet for detecting hidden 802.11 wireless networks

December 2, 2011 8:18am PST

Kismet is an open source tool similar to netstumbler, and it's particularly good for discovering hidden wireless networks that might be adversely affecting your network.

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Build your own Linux wireless router with ClarkConnect

August 28, 2007 11:07am PDT

Having tested numerous wireless routers, I've been unable to find one that met my every need. Routers may offer great security but not support port forwarding. Other devices support port...

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Troubleshooting tips for Verizon Wireless customers

October 28, 2010 6:59am PDT

Justin James describes the dropped call problem he was having with his Verizon phones. If you're experiencing similar issues, read his tips on how to save time during the troubleshooting process.

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How to troubleshoot your wireless network

November 18, 2002 8:00am PST

The common hardware problems that can cause a wireless network to fail

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10 things you should know about securing wireless connections

September 22, 2005 7:00am PDT

Convenient and easy to set up, wireless networks can also pose a big risk. These measures will help strengthen your wireless security.

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Problematic firmware upgrades in NETGEAR switches

March 20, 2013 12:32am PDT

To get the latest OS on his NETGEAR switches, Mark Pimperton wrestled two-stage upgrades, multiple "latest versions," and failed file transfers.

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Building and managing enterprise WLANs with Ruckus Wireless

January 11, 2011 5:00am PST

Paul Mah gives Ruckus Wireless Access Points a spin and checks out the management console for setting up a WLAN.

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Five mobile apps to reduce airport hassles

May 29, 2012 10:19am PDT

From ticket buying to checking fight status to finding your car in the airport parking lot, these apps will help you avoid common air travel aggravations.

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Five ways Verizon is helping to drive M2M towards the future

January 14, 2013 12:07pm PST

Jack Wallen discusses five ways that Verizon Wireless is working with M2M.

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802.11: Time to clear up some antenna misconceptions

April 9, 2010 9:31am PDT

Antennas for the most part are ignored. That's too bad as they have a huge impact on whether a Wi-Fi link works well or not.

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Ultimate wireless security guide: Automatic PEAP deployment with Microsoft Active Directory GPO

January 11, 2007 5:00pm PST

Enterprise wireless LAN security is a persistent concern for every system administrator and CIO. This article, part of the TechRepublic ultimate guide to enterprise wireless LAN security, shows...

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