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Colubris Wireless MultiService Controller review

8.0

Editors' Rating

Excellent

Typical price:£ 460

Verdict

This is an affordable and relatively simple solution for companies seeking scalable, secure and easy-to-manage Wi-Fi... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Easy to add to an existing LAN
  • Policy-based central management
  • Identity-based roaming
  • Guest user services
  • Choice of access points
  • Supports 802.11n

Cons

  • High level of technical expertise required beyond basic installation

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