home news blogs forums events research newsletter whitepapers careers


UBM Network Computing
TechWeb
Visit our SOA/Web Services Immersion Center

IMMERSE YOURSELF:

SOA

  |

Data Center

  |

802.11n

  |

Data Privacy

  |
APO  |

Virtualization

  |

NAC

  |

Security

  |

Network Mgmt

  |

Enterprise Apps

  |

Storage & Servers


[ Product Reviews, Sneak Previews, Analysis ]
Destinations
Product Reviews
Analysis & Reviews
Sneak Previews
Quick Reviews
Interactive Buyer's Guides
NWC Projects
Independent Testing Services
Featuring
> Rolling Review: Windows 2008 Server PowerShell
-- We set out to determine whether PowerShell is usable, and learnable, for the masses of Windows admins who prefer to point and click their way through daily tasks.

> XKL Brings New Life To Dark Fiber
-- New system from Cisco co-founder Len Bosack taps existing cable for low-cost, no-fuss optical networks.

> StillSecure Steps Up
-- SafeAccess out-of-band NAC appliance performs host assessment and enforcement, but setup and management can be complex.

The BigFix Is In! > Rolling Review: BigFix Enterprise Suite 7.0.7.96
Apr 9, 2008 -- Our third entry in this Rolling Review has more than patch management in its bag of tricks.

The Other NBA > Rolling Review Kickoff: Network Behavior Analysis Systems
-- Network behavior analysis systems promise to defend your network against unknown attacks. We'll put these claims to the test.

Profiler Spots Bad Guys > Rollout: Mazu Profiler 8
-- Mazu's NBA appliance will help IT make more intelligent decisions and better react to security threats on the LAN and WAN.

> 7 Whole-Disk Encryption Apps Put A Lock On Data
-- TruCrypt, PGP, FreeOTFE, BitLocker, DriveCrypt, and 7-Zip provide remarkably strong, on-the-fly, encryption to keep your data secure from loss, theft, or prying eyes.

> Rolling Review: Citrix XenApp Vs. Windows 2008 Terminal Services
-- The first pit stop in our Windows 2008 Server Rolling Review finds Microsoft walking a fine line on presentation virtualization.

> From The Labs: Palo Alto's Firewall Appliance
-- Using signatures to identify unwanted apps, Palo Alto Networks puts control over network traffic back in the hands of IT.

Switch It Up > Rolling Review Introduction: Switching Infrastructure
Mar 19, 2008 -- Want cutting-edge capabilities? Then you'd better shop your infrastructure upgrade around. In this Rolling Review, we do just that.

Enlightened Patching > Rolling Review: Lumension PatchLink
Mar 12, 2008 -- Our second entry in this Rolling Review, Lumension PatchLink, is ideal for cross-platform shops that don't mind agents

> Top 10 Enterprise Management Tools
Mar 3, 2008 -- The massive enterprise management vendor consolidation over the past several years means organizations have salespeople promising that their offerings can do everything well. While all certainly try, different products have strengths and weaknesses. We took a look at the major functional areas within enterprise management and picked our favorites in 10 key tech areas.

> First Look: Cisco's 1250 802.11n AP
-- Pulling the trigger on a pre-standard product is risky, but sometimes, so is waiting. We reviewed Cisco's enterprise-class 11n AP and found it worth a pilot.

All Good APM Things ... > Rolling Review Wrap-Up: APM Suites
Feb 13, 2008 -- We wrap up our largest Rolling Review to date with an overview of 9 application performance management suites.

Wham! Network Testing Appliance Packs A Punch > Rollout: BreakingPoint Systems' BPS-1000
Feb 11, 2008 -- A startup offers an all-in-one packet blaster for stress testing and security checks.

> Wi-Fi Location Rolling Review: Ekahau Bets On Active Tags
-- Want to use your WLAN to track high-dollar assets? Ekahau, the second entry in this series, has a no-fuss solution.

> Nevis Nails In-Band NAC
Feb 5, 2008 -- LANenforcer is the class of our Rolling Review thus far, though some advanced features, like application access control support and deep host assessment, aren't on par with competitors.

Symantec's Triple APM Threat > Rolling Review: Symantec i3, ASD and Insight Inquire
Jan 31, 2008 -- i3 suite holds its own in our Rolling Review.

vRanger Rides To the Rescue of Overburdened VMs > Rollout: Vizioncore vRanger Professional 3.2
Jan 31, 2008 -- By easing the strain of virtual machine backups, Vizioncore's vRanger Pro saves time and processing power in ESX clusters.

Patch it Like a Rock Star > Rolling Review: Shavlik Technologies NetChk Protect 5.9
Jan 31, 2008 -- The first entry in this Rolling Review, Shavlik NetChk Protect, is a natural for all-Microsoft shops.

New 3Com Switch Makes the Call > Rolling Review: 3Com Baseline Switch 2900 Plus
Jan 28, 2008 -- The Baseline 2900 supports VoIP and PoE without breaking the bank.

> Cisco Pitches Virtual Switches For Next-Gen Data Centers
-- Company sees new virtualization switch as heart of its Data Center 3.0 architecture.

> APM Rolling Review: ProactiveNet
-- BMC's early-warning system gives IT a fighting chance to head off problems that threaten critical applications.

> In-Band NAC: Three Products You Should Know About
-- Rolling Review wraps up assessment of ConSentry's LANShield Controller, Nevis' LANenforcer, and Vernier's Edgewall.

> Log Management Gets SLIM
Jan 16, 2008 -- QRadar's new appliance adds event correlation to log management.





Ready to take that job and shove it?

Function:

Keyword(s):

State:
SPONSOR
RECENT JOB POSTINGS
CAREER NEWS
Go beyond Google and get vertical. These specialized search sites will help you find the business information you need -- fast.

Ari Balogh was named to the post of chief technology officer as the companys for a "realignment" of employees.










InformationWeek U.S. IT Salary Survey 2008
Salaries for business technology professionals are falling. Here's what you need to know in order to make good hiring decisions and personal career choices. Purchase Today: $299
 
ROLLING RIGHT ALONG
Follow key Network Computing Reviews from conception to completion. This Week: Holistic APM.



Network Computing Reports Emerging Enterprise Podcast Series: Secrets to Success








TechSearch


Microsite of the Week


Powerful Information at Your Fingertips



App Infrastructure   |   Messaging & Collaboration   |   Network & Systems Mgmt   |   Network Infrastructure   |   Security  |   Storage & Servers   |   Wireless   |   Enterprise Apps
About Us  |  Contact Us  |  Site Map  |  Media Kit  |   Briefing Centers
Other Techweb Sites:   InformationWeek Reports  |  Intelligent Enterprise  |  Light Reading  |  InformationWeek
Techweb  |  Dark Reading  |  Network Computing Germany  |   Byte & Switch  |  bMighty  |  Small Biz Resource  |  InformationWeek Analytics
Copyright © 2008  United Business Media LLC  |  Privacy Statement  |  Terms of Service  |  Your California Privacy Rights