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Network Computing Report #329 http://www.networkcomputing.com/ Monday, December 8, 2003 ----------------------------------------------------------- Everybody talks about getting more bang for their IT buck. What does it take to maximize the total impact that IT spending has on the business? And how do you measure what you've gained? The IT Productivity PocketGuide is filled with tips & expert insights about what it takes to optimize IT's financial performance. Download your free copy! http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CDrW0Ao ----------------------------------------------------------- This week, we tested four route optimizer devices. If you can handle the complexity of BGP, Internap's FCP 100 has an outstanding mix of features, functionality and management. If DNS is more up your alley, Radware's LinkProof is manageable and scalable. Our editor's hot white paper pick discusses a new solution for complex IP networks. And it's the last chance to test your knowledge of securing the edge of your network. Take our latest TechQuiz today. As always, please feel free to message us directly if you have any comments or questions (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]). Best regards, --The Network Computing Report Team ----------------------------------------------------------- In This Issue: ----------------------------------------------------------- 1) Newsletter Specials 2) Feature: Route Optimizers 3) Last Mile 4) Editor's Hot White Paper Pick: IP Route Analytics 5) Review: Route Optimizers 6) Sneak Preview: Stoneware's webNetwork 4.0q 7) Storage Pipeline: Network Appliance Wants to be Your One-Stop Vendor 8) Sneak Preview: F5 Networks' FirePass Controller 9) Interactive Buyer's Guide: Voice Gateways 10) Current Forum Threads 11) BuzzCut 12) The Daily Blog 13) The IT Agenda: Security: Set It, Don't Forget It 14) Mobile Pipeline: Choosing the Right Wireless Development Environment 15) Industry Insights: Spam Rules 16) CMP Marketplace 17) Latest IT Professional Downloads 18) Subscription Information ------------------------------------------------------------ 1) Newsletter Specials ------------------------------------------------------------ a) TechQuiz: Locking Down the Border Don't miss the last chance to test your knowledge about securing the edge of your network. Try to outsmart our editors. In return for your efforts, we'll select the second of two winners to receive a $100.00 gift certificate, compliments of our sponsor, Trend Micro. Good luck! http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40TNs0Ap b) Top 11 Inventions of 2003 If you were a tad disappointed by the lack of satire in Time Magazine's "Coolest Inventions of 2003," then waste no time in sending your nominations for our special yearend list, "Top 11 Marginally Cool Inventions of 2003." Here are a couple ideas to get you started: --Apple Jaguar Firewire Bug Fix --The Fire and Ice Thermal Grill Make us laugh, and we'll publish your submissions in print and online. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CEhF0AO c) Compare IT: Route Optimizers Route optimizers help provide high availability for incoming and outgoing traffic, eliminating Web site downtime or Internet connectivity failure. Compare product offerings from Foundry, Extreme, F5, and Radware. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFZu0Aw d) NWC Project: Data Protection Through Replication RFI Help Jon William Toigo as he undertakes an RFI on data protection through replication. You are invited to exchange ideas and experiences in selecting a data protection solution provider as well as discuss Jon's testing criteria for rating the RFIs submitted. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFZv0Ax e) WLAN Security E-Poll Our editors need your help for an upcoming issue. Please take a few minutes to respond to our wireless LAN security e-poll as it pertains to your organization. We'll share the anonymous survey results in our Mar. 4, 2004, issue. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CE1Z0An f) NWC Project: Document Management Solutions Join Sean Doherty as he examines document management and document management products for our Mar. 18, 2004, issue. Browse his evaluations, with all the particulars, and read the RFI sent to potential vendor participants. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CEki0A1 Plus, don't forget to share your experiences, concerns and advice in our Shop Talk Forum. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CEkj0A2 g) Enterprise Networks 2004 Network Computing, in conjunction with Network Magazine, is proud to announce Enterprise Networks 2004. Providing the extended vision and practical guidance required to successfully design enterprise networks today and tomorrow, Enterprise Networks 2004 is the ultimate educational experience for anyone responsible for designing, implementing and/or administrating enterprise networks. For more information. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CEhH0AQ To register. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFZw0Ay ------------------------------------------------------------ 2) Feature: Route Optimizers ------------------------------------------------------------ By Peter Morrissey No centralized management or control on the Internet means your critical traffic can hit some serious potholes. But there are ways to ensure a smoother trip. Route optimizers maximize performance, help honor usage thresholds and ensure your providers are living up to their SLAs. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFZx0Az Read books on this topic. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40BjYs0AU Read more articles on this subject. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CTE0As Read Route Optimizers white papers. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFZy0A1 Market research and analyst reports. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40BsdA0Ay ------------------------------------------------------------ 3) Last Mile ------------------------------------------------------------ By Bradley F. Shimmin and David Joachim This Edition: Little-known uses for Virginia Tech's 1,100-node Apple G5 supercomputer; an imaginary online girlfriend; and the 56K modem emulator. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFZz0A2 ------------------------------------------------------------ 4) Editor's Hot White Paper Pick: IP Route Analytics ------------------------------------------------------------ Networks worldwide have migrated to IP as the communication infrastructure of choice due to its greater resiliency, scalability, and lower deployment costs. Learn how IP Route Analytics can offer unprecedented visibility, analysis and diagnosis of complex IP networks, improving service availability and performance, while reducing operating costs and delivering a strong ROI. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFcT0AY Access more white papers, case studies and product information on IP Routing in the Network Computing Tech Library. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFcU0AZ Research Reports. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CCEo0AS White paper and research report RSS feed. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40Bu2H0AJ ------------------------------------------------------------ 5) Review: Route Optimizers ------------------------------------------------------------ By Peter Morrissey The four devices we tested were up to the task of getting the most out of multiple ISP connections, despite using two different methods. Whether you choose a BGP-based optimizer or the simpler DNS device, you'll be on the right road to managing your multiple ISP connections. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFZ30Aq Read books on this topic. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40BjYs0AU Read more articles on this subject. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CTE0As Read Route Optimizers white papers. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFZy0A1 Market research and analyst reports. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40BsdA0Ay ------------------------------------------------------------ 6) Sneak Preview: Stoneware's webNetwork 4.0q ------------------------------------------------------------ By Sean Doherty Give local and remote users a single secure point of access for all Web content and applications with webNetwork. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFZ40Ar Read books on this topic. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40BjYs0AU Read more articles on this subject. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CTE0As Read secure points of access white papers. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFZ50As Market research and analyst reports. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40BsdA0Ay ------------------------------------------------------------ 7) Storage Pipeline: Network Appliance Wants to be Your One-Stop Vendor ------------------------------------------------------------ By Martin J. Garvey The vendor has debuted a series of products with high-end capabilities designed to make it a one-stop source for storage. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFZ60At Read more from TechWeb's Storage Pipeline. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40ByIB0Ae ------------------------------------------------------------ 8) Sneak Preview: F5 Networks' FirePass Controller ------------------------------------------------------------ By Hugh Smith with Scott Thomas and Newman Chan F5's appliance lets mobile users establish a secure, clientless remote connection to an intranet through a Web browser. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFZ70Au Read books on this topic. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40BjYs0AU Read more articles on this subject. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CTL0Az Read secure, remote intranet connections white papers. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFZ80Av Market research and analyst reports. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40BsdA0Ay ------------------------------------------------------------ 9) Interactive Buyer's Guide: Voice Gateways ------------------------------------------------------------ Placing and routing voice calls over a LAN/WAN can be confusing. To help with your product selection, we highlight the differences in various signaling protocols such as H.323, SIP and MGCP, the supported protocols for Voice over LAN/WAN as well as the available LAN and WAN connections. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFaA0AD Read books on this topic. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40BjYs0AU Read more articles on this subject. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CTK0Ay Read Voice Gateways white papers. http://techlibrary.networkcomputing.com/data/search?qp=site_abbrev%3Anwc&cp=bpres&cr=bpres&qg=VENDOR&st=1&qt=Voice+Gateways&SUBMIT.x=16&SUBMIT.y=9 Market research and analyst reports. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40BsdA0Ay ------------------------------------------------------------ 10) Current Forum Threads ------------------------------------------------------------ a) Ask the Experts: Cisco MLS We're experiencing a large number of runts between two IP VLANs that use MLS to talk. Once the MLS cache has been created, does the MLS use cut-through switching? That is, could the runts be propagated between the VLANs? http://www.nwc.com/forum/askexp/showReplies.jhtml?sid=1001&fid=30&tid=125400018 b) Shop Talk: Enterprise AV Suites After four years with McAfee Total AV suite, I have been testing alternatives. Others tested so far include NOD32, which is an extremely fast scanner but crashes Windows XP fairly regularly, and CA eTrust 7.0, which has sleek management, a competitive upgrade price that is excellent and no problems to report after five days--but no viruses have tested it yet. Administration is intuitive, I only had to make one support call to get everything working, and reports are simple and functional. I have not yet tested Symantec Enterprise AV, but the cost is approximately three times CA eTrust RFP. Does anyone else have comments? http://www.nwc.com/forum/shoptalk/showReplies.jhtml?sid=1001&fid=201000&tid=125500011 View all Forums. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CCEu0AY ------------------------------------------------------------ 11) BuzzCut ------------------------------------------------------------ a) All Roads Lead to VoIP By Peter Morrissey Despite the glitches, don't dismiss Voice over IP or even Cisco's offering just yet. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFaE0AH b) Enterprise WLANs: Cisco Delivers the Goods By Dave Molta Cisco's share of the enterprise wireless LAN market may not add up to total dominance, but it's close. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFaF0AI c) Hackers of the World, Unite! By Michael J. DeMaria Good luck getting people to listen to hackers when the press uses the word to describe "online supervillains." http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFaG0AJ ------------------------------------------------------------ 12) The Daily Blog ------------------------------------------------------------ a) Master and Slave: The Dark Side of Tech Terms Folks in Los Angeles are hoping to make the tech field a little more politically correct--they're asking computer equipment manufacturers, suppliers and contractors to stop using the terms "master" and "slave" when referring to primary and secondary hard disk drives. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFaH0AK b) The Segway/Skynet Connection Good Ol' Uncle Sam--always looking to take something relatively harmless and turn it into something the military can use (usually to blow things up). http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFaI0AL Find more blogs and blog entries here. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CCE60AV ------------------------------------------------------------ 13) The IT Agenda: Security: Set It, Don't Forget It ------------------------------------------------------------ The IT Agenda: Security: Set It, Don't Forget It By Jonathan Feldman Security vendors spend buckets of money on sophisticated marketing programs, and we buy into the hype because it's what we want to hear. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFaJ0AM ------------------------------------------------------------ 14) Mobile Pipeline: Choosing the Right Wireless Development Environment ------------------------------------------------------------ By Don MacVittie Selecting the right development environment for mobilized applications can mean the difference between success and failure. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFaK0AN Read more from TechWeb's Mobile Pipeline. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CAPw0Aj ------------------------------------------------------------ 15) Industry Insights: Spam Rules ------------------------------------------------------------ By Mike Lee Most users can't identify legitimate senders, so they're spammed if they do respond and spammed if they don't. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFaL0AO ------------------------------------------------------------ 16) CMP Marketplace ------------------------------------------------------------ Manage data center costs and increase efficiency and productivity with Cyclade's AlterPath ACS console servers. AlterPath has the industry's only combination of dual power supply and PCMCIA slots for enhanced redundancy and functionality. Secure, powerful, reliable access management from anywhere in the world. Visit Cyclades at Linux World NY, January 21-23. Booth #414. http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40BxQe0AM StarTech.com is pleased to sponsor this week's newsletter... Manage up to 16 servers from anywhere over IP for under $2000! This all-in-one solution comes with everything you need including StarView IP2, 16 port KVM switch and all the cables you need. Request a FREE online demo & receive a FREE copper mug below: http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eeFT0BujCN0V40CFaM0AP Network Instruments is proud to sponsor this week's newsletter. New Observer 9.0 comes with Application Analysis capabilities, enhanced remote networking Probes supporting up to 64 NICs and a 4GB packet capture buffer. Monitor your entire network with one solution. 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