IT for small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

NetApp operations chief talks growth

Tom Georgens, executive vice president and general manager at NetApp -- also rumoured to be in the running as next CEO -- discusses what's driving its growth. Continue Reading

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• Jo Maitland, TechTarget

Three ways to create clustered storage, page 3

Clustered storage systems run on storage servers, NAS gateways and hosts. Here's how to determine which clustered file-system architecture is best for your needs and storage environment. Continue Reading

Dell and EMC: Five more years

Dell leans on EMC for support in the face of an SEC investigation and possible delisting from NASDAQ. Continue Reading

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• Alex Barrett, News Director, Datacenter Media Group

VoIP still a confusing area for SMBs

A study released at today's VON conference in Boston suggests that SMBs -- despite their growing use of VoIP -- are still confused about VoIP technology. Continue Reading

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• Andrew R. Hickey, News Writer

Storage IPOs bode well for competition

Analysts say new public players could breathe competitive life into the market, but it all hinges on how well execs can balance the needs of users and shareholders. Continue Reading

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• Beth Pariseau, Senior News Writer

VoIP startup untethers would-be mobile workers from wireline office phones

VoIP startup DiVitas Networks has voice-over-WiFi-to-cellular technology in the works that gives endusers access to enterprise apps and puts dual-mode handset management in the hands of network administrators. Continue Reading

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• Amanda Mitchell, News Editor

ControlGuard targets rogue devices

ControlGuard Access Manager is an effective tool for controlling what devices users can add to their workstations and how they are used. Continue Reading

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• Harris Weisman, Contributing Writer

Emulex acquisition could cloud future of FC-SATA spec

New Emulex subsidiary Sierra Logic's strength is in FC-SATA bridging technology. Meanwhile, ONStor launches midrange clustered NAS, and Quantum shareholders withhold votes. Continue Reading

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• Beth Pariseau, Senior News Writer

An era ends as Tandberg buys Exabyte

The once-dominant player in the tape market has ended a long downward spiral by selling off its assets. At least customers can now count on continued support, analysts say. Continue Reading

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• Beth Pariseau, Senior News Writer

Riverbed update offers users more bandwidth, better reporting

Riverbed announced a package of hardware and software updates, which some customers say they've been waiting for. Continue Reading

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• Beth Pariseau, Senior News Writer

3PAR adds midrange array for secondary sites

3PAR has introduced a smaller version of its InServ Storage Server, which it describes as a product-line extension into its existing customer base. Continue Reading

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• Jo Maitland, TechTarget

Security Blog Log: Opinions abound on IBM/ISS deal

Bloggers ponder what IBM's acquisition of ISS says about the industry as a whole. Is the end in sight for independent security vendors? Continue Reading

Weekly compilation of storage news

Symantec peddles enterprise vault toolT and the new features developed because of a recent update to the US Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Continue Reading

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• SearchStorage.com Staff

IBM spruces up storage line

IBM floated a raft of announcements across its storage line, but analysts say they are still waiting for the updates stuck in the research phase. Continue Reading

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• Beth Pariseau, Senior News Writer

Preparing for 'little disasters' often neglected

Tom Dugan, CTO of Recovery Networks, says it's common for users to prepare to lose an entire building -- but aren't ready for small-scale losses – like losing a server. Continue Reading

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• Beth Pariseau, Senior News Writer

Security blog log: Fear and loathing in MS06-040's wake

This week, security bloggers wonder if some of the MS06-040 warnings have gone too far. Meanwhile, Symantec uses its blog to warn about the timed release of exploits. Continue Reading

Briefs: VoIP in the news

Asterisk maker Digium gets major funding; Quintum's VoIP switch offers backup option for branch office; The Cisco Store makes the case for unified communications. Continue Reading

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• Amanda Mitchell

Qualcomm to halve storage growth in 2007

Wireless chipmaker Qualcomm expects to slow down its storage growth by at least 50% next year using a capacity utilisation tool from MonoSphere. Continue Reading

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• Jo Maitland, TechTarget

EMC updates SAN Advisor design tool

EMC's SAN design tool now recognises zones and allows users to customise rules; HP and EMC sign five-year cross-licensing deal. Continue Reading

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• SearchStorage.com Staff

Akonix A-Series offers complex, best-of-breed IM security

Product review: Information Security magazine's Sandra Kay Miller says The Akonix A-Series instant messaging security appliances works well but needs better documentation. Continue Reading

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• Sandra Kay Miller

Mobile security begins with policy

Mobile security can no longer be an afterthought. Mobile experts say security starts, but doesn't end, with policy. Continue Reading

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• Andrew R. Hickey, News Writer

Are smaller companies storage-stupid?

Storage guru Jon Toigo questions the buying process of storage in SMBs . Continue Reading

EqualLogic updates storage provisioning software

Users have more options when it comes to pooling storage with version 3.0 of EqualLogic's array software, but some are wondering whatever happened to the SAS disks. Continue Reading

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• Beth Pariseau, Senior News Writer

Midsized firms reach out to backup service providers

Data growth and ever-tightening compliance rules are among the factors driving some organizations to turn to service providers for help with backups. Continue Reading

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• Beth Pariseau, Senior News Writer

Inside MSRC: Debunking Excel exploits

Microsoft's Christopher Budd puts the magnifying glass to Microsoft's July bulletinsand says one alleged Excel exploit isn't what it seems. Continue Reading

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• Eric Parizo, Senior Analyst

Looking ahead to life without passwords

Security pros know that passwords are nothing but trouble. For them, single-sign on, two-factor authentication and federated ID represent the path to stronger authentication. Continue Reading

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• Bill Brenner

Strong authentication for businesses large and small

Product review: Customer service could return calls more quickly when there's a problem. But overall, RSA SecurID Appliance 2.0 delivers robust, scalable protection. Continue Reading

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• Phoram Mehta, Contributing Writer

Microsoft offers SMBs all-in-one security and protection

Small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are among the key targets of Microsoft's latest solution, Windows Live OneCare. Continue Reading

FullArmor lives up to its name

PolicyPortal provides an Internet interface to easily configure, monitor and enforce near real-time Active Directory-based policy compliance through client agents. Continue Reading

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• James Foster, CSC

SMB finds the perfect host

When All3Media, a medium-sized TV programming producer, inherited an inflexible communications system, it turned to a more appealing, hosted alternative. Continue Reading

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• Kate Large

Outsourced way to hire contract staff

IT services company FDM has launched a "straight through" recruitment service to help IT departments in the finance sector recruit contract staff. Continue Reading

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• Tash Shifrin

Lenovo goes for gold with SMBs

When Shelley Rudman unexpectedly won a silver medal for her valiant efforts in the skeleton at this year’s Winter Olympics, the world knew she’d gained her unprecedented achievement for the UK in a matter of seconds. In fact, the world expected to know the results in that space of time. Continue Reading

Networks news in brief

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Not just a big switch

Fibre Channel directors don't just provide lots of ports, they also offer ways to connect disparate SANs, isolate data and devices within a fabric, and configure throughput for specific applications. We look at how the big three directors match up. Continue Reading

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• Jerome Wendt

Be careful you don't get more than you pay for with VoIP

Implementing VoIP is attractive for all companies in particular SMBs. However, there are issues to address that may cost you more than what you save Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Wireless security: Public Wi-Fi could open security holes

A Michigan county is working to give everyone within its borders wireless Internet access. But when it comes to security, users are on their own. Continue Reading

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• Bill Brenner

Demand for development skills soars as firms seek business edge

Computer Weekly salary survey shows IT departments eager to secure skills for the future. Continue Reading

IBM targets SMEs with storage products

IBM has launched the first in a range of new storage products aimed at the SME market, following its link-up with Network Appliance. Continue Reading

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• Tash Shifrin

Sony takes second stab at DRM patch

But a top executive's response to criticism over the company's use of rootkit technology has added fuel to the backlash. Continue Reading

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• Bill Brenner

Reporter's Notebook: NYC 'controls the software industry'

At Information Security Decisions: a security "rock star" rages against the Microsoft machine; banging the drum for enterprise security; a sour note on zero-day exploits. Continue Reading

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• Michael S. Mimoso, Senior Editor and Anne Saita, News Director

Elements of a data protection strategy

In this excerpt from Data Protection and Lifecycle Management, Tom Petrocelli addresses the importance of securing data for regulatory compliance and outlines the five components of a data protection strategy. Continue Reading

IT spending at midsized companies: How much does size matter?

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• Tom Pisello, Alinean

SAS drives product roundup

Serial-attached SCSI (or SAS) drives offer significant storage capacity at a much lower cost, while maintaining reasonable performance. Find out who the vendors are in this market. Continue Reading

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• Stephen J. Bigelow, Senior Technology Editor

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• Rich Castagna

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• Rich Castagna

Which data backup software is best?

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• Rich Castagna

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• Rich Castagna

Riding the wave of change

CIOs can thrive as pace of change quickens, argues Des Lee Continue Reading

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• Des Lee

HP slashes jobs and shuts enterprise divison

HP has announced 14,500 redundancies and will close down its separate enterprise sales division as part of its attempt to streamline operations and cut costs. Continue Reading

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• Antony Savvas

Continuing education options for CISSPs: Top 10 ways to earn CPEs

Who says you can't have fun while earning CPE credits? Check out the top 10 ways to meet CISSP® and SSCP continuing professional education requirements. Continue Reading

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• Arif Mohamed

Know your enemy: Why your Web site is at risk

In this Lesson 1 technical paper from Web Security School, guest instructor Michael Cobb outlines the threats to Web sites and who is behind them. Continue Reading

Zombie machines used in 'brutal' SSH attacks

IT managers use SSH to gain secure access to remote computers. Hackers are using it to crack your network, with help from their zombie friends. Continue Reading

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• Bill Brenner

Pre-CISSP: Options for the security newbie

Shon Harris advises novice security practitioners on the value of entry-level certifications -- and good, old-fashioned experience -- in preparation for the CISSP®. Continue Reading

Learning Guide: Low-cost storage

Resources on low-cost networking, iSCSI, SATA and IP storage Continue Reading

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• Andrew Burton

Linux lags Windows in new security report

A controversial research paper takes a critical look at two popular platforms' track record on vulnerabilities and fixes. In turn, its findings are facing sharp scrutiny as well. Continue Reading

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• Anne Saita, TechTarget

HIPAA causes data security problems for small businesses

If your local dentist isn't complying with HIPAA's security rules, he's not alone. Experts say most doctors' offices aren't getting it. Continue Reading

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• Bill Brenner

Small businesses targeted with RFID

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• Robert Westervelt, TechTarget

Security Bytes: Cisco patch available for ACNS flaws

Workaround outlined for new php exploit. IBM issues patch for DB2 flaw. Payroll service goes offline to investigate security claims , and BoA loses personal data on customers. Continue Reading

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• SearchSecurity.com Staff

Cyberstorm chasers: The folks who look out for the latest Internet threats

They keep a 'round-the-clock watch on conditions in cyberspace. CTO Johannes Ullrich discusses the volunteer effort behind the SANS Internet Storm Center. Continue Reading

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• Bill Brenner

Financing the future

Don't get a headache working out the best ways to pay for hardware and software. Danny Bradbury offers a user-friendly guide to... Continue Reading

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• Danny Bradbury

Security on a Shoestring: Creating Internet policies on the cheap

No matter how small the organization, it's impractical to stand over employees and make sure they properly use the Internet. So here's how to write a decent acceptable use policy, and make sure everyone abides by it. Continue Reading

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• Mathew Schwartz, Contributor

IP everything, essentially

What are the fundamental deliverables of IP networks? How can you use IP networks to gain financial benefits in addition to... Continue Reading

The basis of profitability

Not so long ago, you didn't have much choice - your IT and communications requirements were acquired, implemented and maintained... Continue Reading

Smaller companies installing SP2; larger firms not

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• Bill Brenner

The gift of CRM

For Red Letter Days, a provider of gift experiences for corporates and consumers, a CRM system was essential to give it market... Continue Reading

Management matters

Cath Everett finds out how you stay on top of networking. What are the management issues related to your telecoms and networks... Continue Reading

Security Bytes: MySQL upgrade urged to fix flaw

Internet turns 35; federal computers used as spam relays; XP SP2 a bigger pain for smaller companies. Continue Reading

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• SearchSecurity.com Staff

Over-specify when buying low cost replacement for Frame Relay

A project manager reveals how a VPN saved £275,000 a year Continue Reading

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• Peter Skipwith

Fewer IT supplier conflicts are going to court

Law firms have reported a sharp fall in the number of IT disputes reaching the courts over the past 12 months as more users turn... Continue Reading

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• Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly

Enterprise-class RAID functions, part 2: N-way mirroring, splitting and more

With the convergence of RAID and lower-priced storage technologies, advanced RAID functions can be enjoyed by any small-to-medium sized organization with critical data. Continue Reading

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• Randy Arnott

Startup offers fixed-content archive for multiple applications

Former CTO of the New York Times has started Archivas, a company that archives fixed content from different applications in a single, centralized repository for half the price of EMC's Centera. Continue Reading

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• Jo Maitland, TechTarget

Director's cut: Learning to spot winning technologies

Faced with a stream of new technologies it is vital that IT directors keep abreast of the latest developments and are aware of... Continue Reading

Scale 21 conference will reveal key to IT success

The results of the largest ever survey of IT professionals and entrepreneurs are to be announced at the Building Britain's... Continue Reading

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• Nathalie Towner

ASP offers wireless access to Microsoft Exchange

Application service provider Netstore is offering users wireless connections to Microsoft Exchange 2000 as an alternative to... Continue Reading

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• Will Garside

A real union in a virtual world?

Amazon faces the biggest unionisation drive the dotcom sector has ever seen. Mike Arrowsmith reports Continue Reading

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• Mike Arrowsmith

The VPN dilemma

With traditional networks choking on data, Liz Biddlecombe investigates the pros and cons of managing a VPN yourself or... Continue Reading

Computer Weekly's evidence to the Public Accounts Committee

We write to the Public Accounts Committee in relation to its consideration of the Chinook's FADEC computerised engine control... Continue Reading

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• Computer Weekly Staff

Pathway and the Post Office: the lessons learned

The infamous 1996-1999 Pathway project aimed to computerise the nation’s post offices and tackle benefit fraud. But 18 months... Continue Reading

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• Computer Weekly Staff

How to scour the world when outsourcing

Thanks to Y2K compliance programmes, it is now perfectly acceptable for a firm to consider moving all or part of its systems development and support... Continue Reading

Defence Minister misleads MPs over Chinook accident

Last week in the House of Commons, Labour’s Defence Minister Lewis Moonie unintentionally misled the House of Commons over a Chinook accident in 1989,... Continue Reading

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• Computer Weekly Staff

RAF Justice: casting doubt on pilot error

Almost a year ago Computer Weekly published its 140-page RAF Justice report on the Internet. It revealed evidence of a cover-up... Continue Reading

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• Tony Collins

Lifting the lid on secret stiffing techniques

One of the UK's most experienced IT negotiators lifts the lid on some of the sharp practices used by software suppliers to get... Continue Reading

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• Karl Schneider

Can Hercules lift Hitachi?

>Hitachi has been losing its position in the mainframe market for the past couple of years. But it aims to fight back in 2001... Continue Reading

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Tesco target of 300 online shops within one year Continue Reading

White Paper: Software solutions for effective network power management

Uncertain power conditions can wreak havoc on small businesses, however, there are ways to limit the risk of computer data loss Continue Reading

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