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Security and wireless networking
Tech Guide The security of wireless networks is often overlooked, particularly in smaller businesses and in the home. Here's a guide to the issues, and some best-practice suggestions.
T-Mobile web'n'walk USB modem review
Review T-Mobile's web'n'walk USB modem is an obvious option for mobile notebook users. However, it could also come in handy if your main broadband internet connection decides to go to sleep for a while.
8.0 Editors' Rating
ZyXEL ZyWALL SSL 10 review
Review The ZyWALL SSL 10 would suit a small organisation that just wants general remote network access at a low price.
7.2 Editors' Rating
Netgear ProSafe DGFV338 review
Review Netgear’s DGFV338 is an excellent multifunction wireless router. A member of the ProSafe business-class product family, the DGFV338 offers reliability, ease of use and security, and even comes with a lifetime warranty.
8.1 Editors' Rating
Aventail EX-750 review
Review The EX-750 is expensive compared to other small-business SSL VPN appliances, but it's worth it for the extra scalability, wide platform support and end point security controls.
8.3 Editors' Rating
Billion Electric BiGuard S10 review
Review This is a good choice for small companies looking to replace an internet router with a device that also supports SSL VPN remote access. However, it fails to stand out in the crowded SSL market.
7.2 Editors' Rating
Vodafone Mobile Connect USB Modem review
Review Vodafone's Mobile Connect USB Modem couldn't be easier to install, delivers solid 3G data communications and is straightforward to configure. It's also smaller and easier to carry than a PC Card, and requires minimal technical competence to use.
8.2 Editors' Rating
Why 802.11n is a hard act to swallow
Tech Guide Current wireless data transmission techniques are coming up against fundamental physical limits. We explain why, and show how the upcoming 802.11n Wi-Fi standard fits into the overall picture.
Draft-N wireless solutions
Group Test Which 'Draft-N' wireless networking equipment should you buy? Should you, in fact, buy it at all? We examine the issues, test the kit and come up with the answers.
Netgear RangeMax Next review
Review Netgear's Draft-N solution is the best in terms of looks and performance, but interoperability and backwards compatibility are still not guaranteed.
7.8 Editors' Rating
Linksys Wireless-N review
Review This is a solid wireless router in the familiar Linksys mould, which benefits from good interoperability with other Atheros-based products.
6.8 Editors' Rating
D-Link RangeBooster N 650 review
Review D-Link's RangeBooster N 650 is a solid performer that works well with similar Atheros-based solutions, but not so well with equipment based on other chipsets.
7.0 Editors' Rating
Buffalo AirStation Nfiniti Wireless-N review
Review Flexible configuration is a plus for business use, but the AirStation Nfiniti Wireless-N is not the fastest Draft-N solution around and lacks interoperability.
5.5 Editors' Rating
Belkin N1 review
Review The Belkin N1 is good looking and very easy to set up and use, but could do with more business-oriented features.
7.3 Editors' Rating
SIP protocol VoIP phones
Group Test Voice over IP offers clear benefits over PSTN calling, but the hardware has been over-complex and difficult to set up. We examine five VoIP phones that you might want on your LAN.
