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Infrastructure Buyer's Guide

Centeris Helps Windows, Linux Systems Get Along
Centeris Likewise Management Suite 2.0 allows IT managers to easily integrate Linux systems into Windows networks, using a familiar interface and directory system.
8/21/2006

Juniper SSL VPN Grants Granular Rights
Juniper Networks' SA4000 SSL VPN appliance provides top-notch remote- and mobile-user access to network resources.
8/21/2006

EverRun HA Keeps Windows Servers Going Strong
Marathon Technologies' cluster application provides IT managers with a low-hassle means of bolstering Windows Server 2003 uptime.
8/14/2006

Microsoft Windows Vista
With this release, the upcoming OS is essentially feature-complete, and overall, it looks good, although the improved security can be intrusive.
6/8/2006

Comodo Personal Firewall 2.0
Comodo Personal Firewall is a kick-ass free firewall.
5/30/2006

Laying the GroundWork for Low-Cost Monitoring
GroundWork Monitor Professional 4.5 ably assists network and systems managers in tracking IT infrastructure performance at a price well below that of more well-known systems.
5/29/2006

Avvenu
Avvenu is a one-stop solution for accessing your files while away from your PC, whether you're on a laptop, a PDA, or a mobile phone.
5/25/2006

Vista Needs More Fine Tuning
Our tests of Windows Vista Beta 2 show steady progress, but the new 3D Aero Glass user interface in particular still flakes out.
5/23/2006

Microsoft SMS Gains New Name, Fresh Focus
System Center Configuration Manager 2007 4.0 is the update to Systems Management Server 2003, and has better configuration monitoring and operating system deployment capabilities.
5/10/2006

Parallels Workstation 2.1
For those who can do without linked clones, snapshots, and a few other high-end features, Parallels Workstation offers a less expensive alternative to our Editors' Choice, VMware Workstation.
4/20/2006

Reaching Outside Active Directory
FullArmor PolicyPortal provides policy version control and client status information that one just can't find with Group Policy alone.
4/5/2006

Intel's 'Sossaman' Chip Saves Power in Rackable's Server
Tests of the new chip in Rackable Systems' space-saving server show Intel narrowing AMD's lead when it comes to efficient performance.
3/14/2006

Going to Your PC' Is Faster, More Elegant
The latest version of Citrix's GoToMyPC Corporate adds compelling features such as drag-and-drop file transfer and true 24-bit color support, as well as improved performance.
3/13/2006

GeForce 7900 Drives Down the Cost of Speed
Nvidia's new cost-efficient 90nm chips, the GeForce 7900 GTX, 7900 GT, and 7600 GT are driving down the cost of performance 3D graphics.
3/9/2006

Encryption: No More Excuses
Network Appliance's Decru DataFort FC1020 security appliance raises the performance bar for tape encryption appliances.
3/6/2006

ATI Launches CrossFire Xpress 3200 Chipset
ATI is playing catch-up again in the chipset business.
3/1/2006

Peakflow X IPS Points Finger at User
Arbor Networks' Peakflow X 3.4 uses a base line of network performance and normal interactions between end-user machines and servers to spot and potentially thwart bad actors on the internal network.
2/20/2006

Western Digital Raptor X 150GB
Western Digital's latest 150GB Raptor has a clear cover that shows what's going on inside and costs as much as a half-terabyte drive. Which should you choose?
2/14/2006

EULAlyzer Personal 1.1
You agree to a EULA every time you install new software. EULAlyzer helps you understand just what you're agreeing to and flags clauses that deserve special attention. And it's free!
12/15/2005

IBM Server Streamlines SMB Operations
IBM's latest midrange server, available in both tower and rack-mount forms, targets SMBs, branch offices and remote locations that want a one-server operation.
11/21/2005

A Radiator in Your PC
Liquid cooling systems have a reputation for being expensive, difficult to install, unreliable, and bulky. Koolance wants to blow that idea out of the water with their fully integrated Aquian ICM-505+CPU cooler kit.
11/2/2005

LogMeIn IT Reach
LogMeIn IT Reach is not just a remote-control application. It's a full-fledged PC-management tool. A great option for IT departments and help desks alike.
10/26/2005

Vernier Networks Inc. EdgeWall 7000 Rx
IT managers should sum up the total cost of recovering from damage caused by remote users connecting via secure connections from compromised laptops.
10/17/2005

Palisade Systems Inc. Packetsure 4.1
Palisade Systems Inc.'s Packetsure 4.1 with content Surety puts a new spin on e-mail security by learning what constitutes unacceptable e-mail through example sets.
9/12/2005

BounceBack Professional 6.0
A feature-rich product but these features are not presented well for the average home user.
8/17/2005

IBM's xSeries Sets a High Standard
IBM's Xeon-based x460 server accommodates higher performance, more storage and scalability.
7/18/2005

Sun's CIS Is Ready to Go
Sun's CIS is the closest thing to a plug-and-play ILM solution on the market today.
7/18/2005

Netgear WGR614
The WGR614 router is an excellent performer worth a look if you want an entry-level 802.11g router.
6/7/2005

Linksys Wireless-G WRT54G
The Linksys WRT54G is a good-performing product with a solid feature set.
6/7/2005

D-Link AirPlus G DI-524
A basic router with average performance and a good feature set.
6/7/2005

VMware Widens OS Options
VMware Inc.'s upgraded VMware Workstation is packed with new features and performance enhancements that earn it eWEEK Labs Analyst's Choice honors.
6/6/2005

SafeDesk Server System Thinks Thin
SafeDesk's updated package enables companies to easily build and deploy low-cost thin-client computing environments.
5/30/2005

Linksys Wireless-G WRT54GX
The WRT54GX-SRX offers high throughput combined with easy setup and installation.
5/18/2005

Linksys Wireless-G WRT54G
High-performing, standards-based router with extensive feature set and good parental con-trols.
5/18/2005

D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DI-624
The DI-624 delivers high performance at long distances but for top speeds, must be configured in static 108 mode, which will make it incompatible with standard 802.11g clients.
5/18/2005

D-Link Super G DI-624M
The DI-624M showed disappointing performance at long range.
5/18/2005

Netgear WGT624
A full-featured router that will provide sufficient speed for most, but did not perform as expected.
5/18/2005

Belkin Wireless Pre-N Router F5D8230-4
Adventurous home-networking early adopters or users with advanced multimedia needs will love the throughput.
5/18/2005

Belkin F5D7231-4
The F5D7231-4 is a top-notch, feature-packed router.
5/18/2005

Netgear RangeMax WPN824
The RangeMax WPN824 delivers improved performance over the WGT624, using the same set of features and install wizards.
5/18/2005

You Can Scan it All
The HP Scanjet 7650 does it all—photos, slides, film, and multi-page documents.
5/10/2005

Tarantella Reins in Remote Chores
Tarantella Inc.'s Secure Global Desktop 4.0 software Appliance Edition is a robust, nonintrusive software appliance that provides secure application access across enterprise infrastructures with mixed server environments.
4/18/2005

EMC's ControlCenter SAN Advisor 5.2
ControlCenter SAN Advisor 5.2 gains powerful planning and modeling capabilities.
4/5/2005

D-Link DI-624M Super G with MIMO Wireless Router
If extended range is important to you, wait until driver issues are resolved, or purchase the DI-624 (regular, SuperG non-MIMO) if you prefer D-Link products.
2/28/2005

Linksys WRT54GX Router with SRX
The SRX products offer the best performance and range while still operating in a standard 20MHz channel, but you pay a premium price.
2/28/2005

Avocent Tool Eases Remote Management
Avocent's DSI5100 is a useful tool for securely extracting IPMI information that enables distributed out-of-band management.
2/21/2005

HP xw9300
The HP xw9300 is a workstation aimed at high-end users and is custom-configurable from top to bottom.
2/15/2005

VMware 'Aces' Virtual Desktops
VMware Inc.'s VMware ACE provides an innovative way to manage remote users and guest desktop systems in the enterprise.
2/14/2005

Systinet Gives Web Services a Lift
Systinet Server 5.5 provides strong Web services management and security capabilities.
2/14/2005

Appliance Delivers Ironclad Integration
The Cast Iron Application Router promises simple, fast deployment of a business process integration platform and clearly delivers on this promise.
1/17/2005

OpForce Ups Server Management Ante
Veritas' OpForce is a powerful tool for automated provisioning and deployment of operating system images, applications and patches across heterogeneous infrastructures.
1/17/2005

F5 Offers One-Stop Appliance Service
With Version 9, F5 Networks Inc. has overhauled its familiar Big-IP line with new hardware and software to provide the bounty of services that companies used to get from several distinct appliances.
11/22/2004

Steelhead 500 Revs WAN Links
Deploying Riverbed Technology's Steelhead 500 caching appliances at branch offices is a good way to expedite remote office users' access to files and applications over a WAN.
4/12/2004
The Advantages of a Hosted Messaging Security Solution by Microsoft
Achieving Sales Success with Tablet PCs by Toshiba
What's Missing from SEM? by NetIQ
5 Essentials of Customer Experience Management by Tealeaf
The CIO’s Guide to Mobile Security by Research in Motion
On-Demand Versus On-Premise CRM: Are There Performance Differences? by Business Objects
Overcoming Data Protection Challenges of the Modern Distributed Business by Adaptec
Small and Medium Business Security Solutions by Trend Micro
Is Daily Defragmentation Needed in Today’s Environment? by Diskeeper
Performance Management: New “Hybrids” Combine Agent and Agentless Technology by BMC
A Proven WAN Optimization Approach by Riverbed
Mitigating Fire Risks in Mission Critical Facilities by APC
Architectural Considerations for Archive and Compliance Solutions by Network Appliance
Storage Virtualization: An Overview of Key Technologies and their Capabilities by Datalink
The World of IT has taken a Quantum Leap by Everdream
Fighting the Hidden Dangers of Internet Access by St. Bernard
Secure Optimized Data Protection for Remote Offices by Symantec
Workday Redefines Software by Workday
Simplify & Improve Enterprise Desktop Management by VMware
Spam Filtering: Building a More Accurate Filter by St. Bernard
Intel Energy-Efficient Performance by Dell
Business-Class Security and Compliance for On-Demand Instant Messaging by WebEx
Reducing the Risks of 64-bit Application Porting with Parasoft C++ Test and Parasoft Insure ++ by Parasoft
Reduce IT Costs and Complexity with Effective Application Problem Management by Identify
Understanding E-Mail Hygiene by Mirapoint
Automated Deployment by Dell Managed Services by Dell
From Crisis to Cruise Control: Creating a High-Performance IT Organization by Tripwire
Affordable Data Protection Without the Compromise by EMC
Breaking New Ground: The Evolution of Linux Clustering by Penguin
Preventing Insider Threat with Identity Compliance by Sailpoint
Backup Strategies Re-Examined In Wake of Natural Disasters by CDW