Virtualization with HP StorageWorks Whitepaper: Learn the business motivations for storage virtualization and the benefits it can deliver. This whitepaper describes the basic storage virtualization approaches and compares their benefits and limitations. A summary of the HP StorageWorks virtualization offerings and strategy is also included.
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»HP StorageWorks EVA4400 Challenge Video: In a first time, head-to-head comparison, see why five technology professionals found the new HP StorageWorks EVA4400 easier to operate and a greater time saver than the EMC/CLARiiON CX3-10.
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HP StorageWorks EVA4400 and Microsoft Video: The HP StorageWorks EVA4400 and Microsoft applications have been tested together for real performance & reliability gains & Dynamic Capacity Manager takes advantage of more Windows features.
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Networking 101
Managing a team of network professionals can involve learning a whole new language. Our Networking 101 series is designed to get you up to speed on the nuts and bolts of networking.
User Authentication Beyond the Password By Paul Rubens -
Security Article Published June 30, 2008 Updated: Sensitivity to
cost has caused enterprises to be slow to adopt two-factor authentication. But
with open standards and open source back-ends, costs are coming down, and with
the ubiquity of mobile phones, you might not even need to buy tokens for your
users.
Linux Security: Easy as 1-2-3 By Paul Rubens -
Security Article Published June 25, 2008
As you entrust more and more vital network services to Linux, it's important to get each machine off to the right start.
Tips for Your Users: Passwords You Can Live With By Charlie Schluting -
Security Article Published June 11, 2008
You want your users to have strong, tough-to-crack passwords. They want passwords they can memorize. By tossing out a few security chestnuts and encouraging responsible memory aids, everyone wins.
Improve Security With Account Aging By Charlie Schluting -
Security Article Published June 4, 2008
Unused and forgotten accounts represent a security threat if a malicious hacker with the right toolkit finds them before you do. Paying attention to account aging will give you an edge.
Disaster Recovery: Five Things You Might Have Overlooked By Charlie Schluting -
Security Article Published May 21, 2008
When you're preparing for the worst, you have to think beyond hardware and software. Here are five things your current disaster recovery plan might be missing.
Harden Your Network Against Physical Compromise By Paul Rubens -
Security Article Published May 20, 2008
Monitoring the security of network services is important, but don't neglect physical security: From laptops to poorly configured servers, every endpoint is a potential liability.
Wireless Authentication and Encryption with Zeroshell Linux (Part 2) By Carla Schroder -
Security Article Published May 19, 2008 Part Two: Zeroshell makes it easy to harness FreeRADIUS and other open source tools to secure your wireless network. This week, learn how to set it up.
Run a Business Network on Linux: Intrusion Detection By Carla Schroder -
Security Article Published May 12, 2008 Part Two: Before you start adding services to your Linux-based network, you need to make sure it's secure. Open source Snort will provide you with some reassurances that your new network isn't host to unwanted guests.
Use Hydra to Remotely Test Password Security By Paul Rubens -
Security Article Published May 8, 2008
With Hydra, you can test the security of passwords on your network from afar.
Audit User Passwords With John the Ripper By Paul Rubens -
Security Article Published May 2, 2008
Users don't always make the best password choices, and that's where John steps in, analyzing hashed passwords for those susceptible to dictionary attacks.
Interop 2008: Networking in Sin City
Published April 30, 2008 Special Series: It's
back to the desert once again for this year's look at the latest in
networking technology and security from InternetNews.com.
Interop: The Problem with NAC By Sean Michael Kerner -
Security Article Published April 30, 2008
While interest swells in Network Access Control and vendors converge
around standards, would-be adopters still need to weigh some serious
decisions.