Networking Reviews

Blue Coat Spyware Interceptor review

Review Simple to deploy and easy to manage, the Blue Coat Spyware Interceptor is a cost-effective way of identifying and blocking spyware infections without the need to configure and manage software on individual client PCs.

Google Mini Search Appliance review

Review Aimed at small to medium-size enterprises (SMEs) that need a search engine without the hassles, the Google Mini is capable and flexible. We just wish the upgrade path was more affordable.

ISS Proventia M10 review

Review The Proventia M10 appliance provides impressive and comprehensive network security at a surprisingly affordable price. However, it’s not as easy to deploy and manage as some of the alternatives and, as such, may not meet all small business requirements.

U.S. Robotics Wireless MaxG router review

Review It's not the best long-range performer, but the U.S. Robotics Wireless MaxG router is one of the cheapest ways to achieve decent wireless throughput over long distances.

Adderlink IP review

Review The Adderlink IP, which uses the de facto remote control standard (VNC), allows you to manage a server via the Internet. Highly recommended.

Voice over IP gateways

Group Test Want to connect remote users to your company's central phone system using VoIP? All five of these affordable gateways can do the job -- but which one is best?

Solwise VOIP-EL404 review

Review The VOIP-EL404 lacks the scalability and frills of some of its competition, but it's easy to deploy and performs reasonably well.

Quintum Tenor ASM200 review

Review The Quintum Tenor ASM200 is a very effective and easy to deploy solution for long-line PBX extension applications.

Sipura SPA-3000 review

Review The SPA-3000 is a little complex to configure, but represents good value for teleworker applications.

VegaStream Vega 50 review

Review The Vega 50 is a good solution for companies looking to connect multiple sites and teleworkers to their PBX.

Multi-Tech MultiVOIP MVP210 review

Review The MultiVOIP MVP210 is a little complex to configure, but it has a good feature set and is easy to use once up and running.

Catch the new wave in wireless networking: 802.11n

Tech Guide The 802.11g wireless networking standard is overtaking its predecessor, 802.11b, and already plans are being made to introduce a new extension to the 802.11 spec that will increase its reliability, security and speed. Here are some factors to consider when planning the future of your Wi-Fi network.

Linksys WRT54GX review

Review The Linksys WRT54GX is an impressive performer, but Belkin's Wireless Pre-N Router delivers better value for money.

Netgear WPN824 RangeMax review

Review Netgear's MIMO-based WPN824 RangeMax is among the best-performing wireless routers we've seen.

SpeedTouch 716g review

Review This is an affordable and effective solution for small businesses or teleworkers seeking basic Voice over IP (VoIP) facilities along with a wireless ADSL modem/router.