FFeature: Quality of Service Policies By Michael J. DeMaria
Some simple, inexpensive Quality of Service techniques, such as data caching, network prioritization and compression, can ensure that mission-critical applications get priority. We'll tell you which ones to implement.
Feature: Network Intrusion Prevention By Mike Fratto
Vendors of network intrusion prevention systems are touting them as
the savior of enterprise networks, but some analysts say they're a
total waste of money. We guide you past the hype to uncover what NIP
devices can really do to secure your network.
Review: NIP Systems By Mike Fratto
We tested NetScreen's IDP 500 and Network Associates' McAfee
IntruShield 4000, scrutinizing their detection, management,
performance and reporting capabilities. Both systems impressed, but
IntruShield 4000 took the lead.
Online only: NWC Project
Discover how Mike Fratto prepared for this issue's cover package on Network Intrusion Prevention.
Workshops
Workshop: Active Directory Backup By Dan Wohlbruck
The crash of a domain controller hard drive and its mirrored side proved to Gulf Coast Community College that you can't take chances when it comes to backing up Active Directory. Here's a look at the steps--and missteps--the school's IT department took on the road to recovery.
Buyer's Guide: Physical Security By Michael J. DeMaria
After implementing firewalls, patches and passwords, it's easy to forget about the threat of physical attacks. We discuss the features of networked cameras and door locks that can hamper would-be intruders.
Interactive Buyer's Guide: Physical Security
There's more to security than just anti-virus software. You need to
arm yourself with locks and cameras--for your servers, computers and
other valuable hardware.
Sneak Previews
BEA's WebLogic Integration 8.1 By Don MacVittie
8.1 features a streamlined management console and helpful wizards at every turn.
SecureLogix ETM 4.1 By Joe Hernick and Dean Ellerton
ETM's best new feature is real-time call encryption on a per-call
basis over the PSTN. It also provides voice-firewall functionality,
real-time monitoring and better SS7 integration.
SMC's TigerStack III Switchr By Lee Badman
TigerStack stands out from the rest of the economy-class crowd thanks
to its ease of use, onboard 9.6-Gbps switching fabric and
enterprise-class security features.
Departments
Career Coach Edited by Lorna Garey
What to do if a permanent job offer comes while you're in a contract position. Also, are you obligated to pay employees a shift differential if the company goes 24/7?
Quick Takes
Siemens OpenScape Suite 1.0; ISSS Stopzilla 3.0; Red Gate Software SQL Data Compare 3; and Neon Software CyberGauge 5.0.
Letters
"There's this concept called 'pride in ownership.' Let others become part of the solution--let them have a say in what needs to be done." --Claude Dury
Last Mile Edited by Bradley F. Shimmin and David Joachim
This Edition: Top 11 signs Linus Torvalds needs a summer vacation; get
your MoBlog on!; and tee-hee bytes.
Buzzcut: FUDBusters By Mike Fratto
E-mail notifications to senders of spam and viruses.
Industry Insights: Opportunity Knocks By Mike Lee
Most IT problems stem from a combination of technical and social
issues--and so do the potential solutions.
Buzzcut: Pushing the Wrong Button on Spam By Ron Anderson
The head of the Federal Trade Commission, Timothy J. Muris, spoke out
recently against a proposed nationwide do-not-spam registry.
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