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Last year, Napster - in addition to enriching many digital music collections - sparked a fast-growing movement behind peer-to-peer computing. P2P's apostles are convinced 2001 will be the Year of Peer, ushering in an new era of Internet computing.
A high-profile Internet phone group plans to take a leaf out of Napster's book to help PC networks make free phone calls.
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analysis Wireless local area networks are a viable solution for guest Internet access, but how can enterprises ensure adequate security and authentication?
As network hardware reaches saturation point, now's the time to pick up a bargain in emerging networking technologies. David Braue examines which innovations you can ignore and which ones your business can't do without.
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Wi-Fi security tools and sound fundamental practices can help safeguard your wireless transmissions from a growing band of hi-tech thieves known as war drivers. Additional reading: Wireless computing 101
The Compaq Presario CQ61-217 adds a little bit of extra quality to the sub-AU$1000 market, though sacrifices on its network capability. For AU$799 though, it's a steal, and if you're not concerned by some of the lacking components, this one's a good buy.
Avaya's Aura is a suite of communication products, all bundled together in an effort to reach the dream of unified communications for businesses.
It looks great, it's easy to use, and it executes the home-theatre PC concept better than perhaps any other vendor's product. The only problem with Apple's Mac Mini Core Duo is that we're not sure there's enough big-screen TV-worthy content available via iTunes to justify the expense.
This pocket-sized Wi-Fi adapter scores with its eye-pleasing and innovative design, ease of setup and great performance. Strong security makes it a handy networking tool for corporate users, too.
SMC injects more speed into its wireless USB adapter, the EZ Connect G Wireless USB 2.0. Find out what else we like about this slinky Wi-Fi stick.
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