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
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