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Storage

SolutionBase: PCI Express brings a new bus standard to workstations and servers

The next time you crack the case on a new workstation, you may find yourself looking at a different kind of expansion slot—PCI Express. Here's what's involved in this new bus standard.

Networking

Several network configuration options available to netadmin deploying wireless systems

There are only so many ways to string together a wireless network. This article introduces you to the most likely scenarios and provides advice on boosting performance.

After Hours

SolutionBase: How wireless works

Ever wonder how far your wireless laptop's signal can range? What about the optimum placement of access points to achieve the best possible network configuration? Learn the answers to these wireless questions and more.

Networking

SolutionBase: 802.11g vs. 802.11b

How compatible are 802.11g and b? This article examines the differences between the two specifications and reviews the advantages that 802.11g offers.

Networking

Get around the SOHO faster with the IOGEAR Wireless-G Gateway

See if IOGEAR's new Wireless-G Gateway will provide more room to roam.

Microsoft

Build a robust Windows boot disk for free with BartPE

Learn how to install, set up, and customize a native Windows boot disk using a free program called BartPE.

Open source

Examine Open Office’s interoperability with Microsoft Office

Take a look at how well Open Office applications interoperate with Microsoft Office.

Developer

Three ways temperature can wreak havoc with your system

The laws of thermodynamics spell out the fate of your computer. Waste energy manifests itself as heat, the random movement of molecules. Some random events are a bit more extreme than others and result in the microscopic circuits separating or burning through. At that point your computer becomes little more than an interesting piece of ...

Data Centers

Why 64 bit is the ‘new’ catchword

With chip makers chomping at the bit to update systems to create a 64-bit world, CIOs need to ask the tough question, "why?" This article provides compelling arguments for the switch.

Storage

End multiple memory card woes with the Dazzle 6 in 1 Media Reader

With the menagerie of flash memory cards on the market, eventually you'll find yourself supporting different formats. Rather than having dozens of readers to match each type, you can save time, space, and money by using a single reader from Dazzle.

PURPOSE This policy describes the organization’s employee privacy guidelines and outlines employee privacy expectations. From the policy: POLICY DETAILS The organization’s IT equipment, services and systems are intended for business use only. However, the organization acknowledges that staff, consultants and volunteers occasionally require opportunities to make or receive personal phone calls, access personal email, utilize ...

PURPOSE The purpose of this Security Response Policy from TechRepublic Premium is to outline the security incident response processes which must be followed. This policy will assist to identify and resolve information security incidents quickly and effectively, thus minimizing their business impact and reducing the risk of similar incidents recurring. It includes requirements for both ...

PURPOSE This policy from TechRepublic Premium provides guidelines for reliable and secure backups of end user data. It outlines the responsibilities of IT departments and employees to identify tasks and action items for each group. The policy can be customized to fit the needs of your organization. From the policy: IT STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES IT staff ...

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SolutionBase: PCI Express brings a new bus standard to workstations and servers

Several network configuration options available to netadmin deploying wireless systems

SolutionBase: How wireless works

SolutionBase: 802.11g vs. 802.11b

Get around the SOHO faster with the IOGEAR Wireless-G Gateway

Build a robust Windows boot disk for free with BartPE

Examine Open Office’s interoperability with Microsoft Office

Three ways temperature can wreak havoc with your system

Why 64 bit is the ‘new’ catchword

End multiple memory card woes with the Dazzle 6 in 1 Media Reader

Employee privacy policy

Security response policy

End user data backup policy

Electronic communication policy