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Expert: NAC not a network security cure-all
According to an expert at Black Hat DC, NAC success demands careful planning and a good understanding of the company network; otherwise, implementations can quickly go awry. Article | 05 Mar 2007
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Wireless security: IT pros warily watching mobile phone threats
Security experts have warned repeatedly that mobile phone attacks will grow as the devices become more sophisticated. IT administrators are starting to believe them. Article | 28 Feb 2007
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IDC: Server shipments slow on spread of virtualization
In its latest quarterly server tracker, IDC found that high-end and midrange enterprise server revenue outstripped sales of volume systems. Article | 27 Feb 2007
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Server consolidation: Modeling your consolidation server
In performing a server consolidation, it's hard to figure out how many servers can be safely consolidated into one without running into diminishing returns. You should learn what each server's real needs and behaviors are, then model your consolidati... Article | 27 Feb 2007
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Early DST start causes security heartburn
IT professionals say the earlier start to daylight-saving time (DST) could have unintended security consequences, such as timing glitches in their forensic and auditing tools. Article | 27 Feb 2007
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All features now available in new SMS beta
Systems Management Server v4 beta 2 is ready for download. The new desktop manager supports Wake-On-LAN and sports a new console. Article | 26 Feb 2007
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Compliance worries could shut out Google business apps
The search engine company is making a play for corporate users, but the jury is still out on whether Web-based apps can meet strict requirements for compliance and security. Article | 23 Feb 2007
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IT jitters grow as DST deadline nears
What's patchable for daylight-saving time and what is not? What will it cost to patch? The experts lay it out here. Article | 22 Feb 2007
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Mid-market management package reaches RC status
Microsoft gathers together some management tools for mid-sized IT shops in its System Center Essentials Release Candidate. Article | 21 Feb 2007
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Loaded USB stick helps fend off hacker attacks
A tool inspired by hackers can give IT managers the edge they need to thwart attacks directed at their Windows systems. Article | 21 Feb 2007