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We look at three hardware tools and one software tool for network maintenance.
The first fibre-only Ethernet standard has been approved, opening the door for a new generation of Ethernet products.
There's no question data volumes are growing; how long will it be before 100 megabits isn't enough? ZDNet Australia evaluates the performance benefits and cost effectiveness of gigabit Ethernet over copper and fibre.
So you want to build a network? ZDNet Australia provides you with this guide to selecting the right technology, planning the set-up, buying the necessary hardware and building an Ethernet LAN.
We look at three hardware tools and one software tool for network maintenance.
The first fibre-only Ethernet standard has been approved, opening the door for a new generation of Ethernet products.
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There's no question data volumes are growing; how long will it be before 100 megabits isn't enough? ZDNet Australia evaluates the performance benefits and cost effectiveness of gigabit Ethernet over copper and fibre.
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