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Cover Story
Analysis: SOA-Aware Network Infrastructure By Andy Dornan
When it comes to your service-oriented architecture, do you really need an ESB, management, governance and specialized security? And how do you choose a vendor partner wisely? Which components are a must and
which will become monsters to manage? We delve into the SOA infrastructure, defining components, products and functions you need for effective deployment.
Features
Analysis: Enterprise Search By Ben DuPont
New search appliances claim to be uniquely adapted to meet enterprise needs. We tested eight enterprise search products and analyzed the technology's security and architectural implications. Our take: The math just
doesn't add up.
The State of Data Backup Protection By Howard Marks
Cheap disks and smoking bandwidth have changed the face of backup. In tandem with evolving technologies like de-duplication and more efficient use of VTLs, backup is hot. We explore new approaches to data archiving
that won't bust your budget.
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Video NWC Interview: McAfee's Dave Dewalt By Fritz Nelson
The CEO and President of McAfee dismisses Microsoft and Cisco, talks about opportunities in data-loss prevention and whether standalone security companies are an endangered species.
Rollout: Zenoss Core By Jeff Ballard
The open-source Zenoss Core aims to be a complete systems-management tool for small and midsize enterprises. If it isn't, it comes awfully close.
Rollout: Windows Mobile 6.0 By Sean Ginevan
For pure mobile e-mail, the integration of Windows Mobile 6.0 and Microsoft Exchange 2007 maintains Windows as a serious contender to RIM. However, 6.0 still doesn't deliver a knockout blow.
Rollout: Shunra Virtual Enterprise By Mike Fratto
Shunra's impressive transaction analysis should eliminate guesswork when it comes to planning network changes and predicting application performance on the WAN.
The Blu-ray/HD-DVD Format Battle By Steven J. Schuchart Jr.
Blu-ray and HD-DVD are the future for data and video, but industry infighting and lack of a single standard may slow broad adoption. Although Blu-ray is likely to dominate, investment in either technology should be postponed until a clear winner emerges.
Strategy Session: Transformations By Art Wittmann
We're saying goodbye to the standalone print version of Network Computing. But worry not--we're not going gently into that good night. Art Wittmann explains NWC's bold, new initiative.
Legal Brief: How's Your Forensics Strategy? By Patrick R. Mueller
Although forensic products are slow to evolve, new eDiscovery requirements and the increasing sophistication of corporate infosec practices suggest that you re-evaluate your forensic readiness.
BuzzCuts
IBM Buys Into Security By Andrew Conry-Murray
IBM's recent deal to acquire Web security software vendor Watchfire is one of those deals that 'validate the market'--at least for those companies that haven't been burned by SQL injection and other Web security issues.
Digital Enhanced Cordless Telephony Arrives in U.S. By dummy
A relatively new cordless telephony standard in the United States, DECT is finally breaking into the communication market, thanks in part to offerings from Siemens.
The Battle of Web 2.0 Runtimes By Andy Dornan
With the release of its AIR (Adobe Integrated Runtime) software, the company joins the list of vendors delivering Rich Internet Application runtimes.
Tech CEOs Play Presidential Politics By Marianne Kolbasuk McGee
The "Great Nation" report by advocacy group Technology CEO Council urges the United States to encourage more people to enter science, technology engineering and mathematical fields.
It's an iBaby! By Tom LaSusa
Study finds children are discovering cell phones, games and other electronic devices at younger ages.
The (Cell Phone) Call of the Wild By Tom LaSusa
Forest rangers in India are using cell phones with animal-sound ringtones to lure leopards away from residential areas.
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