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  • Lack of security plagues Sputnik

    The open-source community entered the wireless arena with the Sputnik Community Gateway. Find out why this product may be good in theory, but needs some considerable work in the area of security.

  • Wi-Fi's Achilles heel

    Wi-Fi wireless technology offers inexpensive network access for employees working away from their desks. But is it also the ultimate cloaking device for hackers?

  • Penetration testing finds more holes in wireless network

    Finding out where a network is most vulnerable can give you an honest look at the situation. How can penetration testing assist.

  • Security showdown: Def Con vs Black Hat

    Las Vegas plays host to two separate security conferences this week--one for people who guard computer systems, another for those who break into them.

  • Net vigilance

    The days when you might have left your virtual front door unlocked are long gone. More and more organisations are experiencing unauthorised use of computer systems. And, if experts are right, it's only going to get worse! Read ZDNet's comprehensive guide on Net security, and start protecting yourself.

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  • Six quick wireless security tips

    Implementing a wireless networking system can result in serious security problems if the system is not properly secured. To help you close security holes, here are a few wireless networking solutions.

  • Lack of security plagues Sputnik

    The open-source community entered the wireless arena with the Sputnik Community Gateway. Find out why this product may be good in theory, but needs some considerable work in the area of security.

  • Penetration testing finds more holes in wireless network

    Finding out where a network is most vulnerable can give you an honest look at the situation. How can penetration testing assist.

  • Netgear FWG114P

    Netgear's FWG114P wireless access point/router/firewall/print server is a great all-in-one device for those planning to set up a home office.

  • Six wireless access points tested

    In recent months, wireless networks have received a boost as products based on the 802.11g standard--capable of 54Mbps--have come into the mainstream. Are you ready for fast wireless?

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  • Belkin ADSL Modem With Built-In Wireless Router

    This all-in-one solution from Belkin incorporates an ADSL modem, 4-port router and an 802.11g wireless access point suitable for a multi-PC home or SOHO user.

  • Netgear FWG114P

    Netgear's FWG114P wireless access point/router/firewall/print server is a great all-in-one device for those planning to set up a home office.

  • Worry-free wireless

    Everybody's going wireless—even those intruders who are after your precious data. Here's how to stop them.

  • Norton 360

    For home and student use, we think Norton 360 represents the best value for ease of use, tools offered, and overall system performance. We recommend it over McAfee Total Protection and Microsoft Windows Live OneCare.

  • McAfee Total Protection 2007

    McAfee Total Protection 2007 does what it says on the label -- it protects your PC from all sorts of nasty attacks, albeit at a fairly high cost to your system performance, especially on older PCs.

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