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  • Ever want to break into your own computer?

    While a stranger gaining access to your PC is a scary thought, what if you were the one hacking into your own PC? Aren't there times when you're away from your computer, but would like to be able to grab files?

  • How to troubleshoot using a Pocket PC

    You can use your Pocket PC to do a lot more than look up contacts or check e-mail. Find out how to take your Pocket PC to the next level by using it to remotely control your Windows 2000 Server and XP clients.

  • Certifying your VPN

    If you're looking for a VPN connection that's more secure than PPTP, we've got the answer.

  • Research Council wants new IT help for Vista upgrade

    The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) is seeking a supplier to provide ICT services for its Canberra and Melbourne offices over the next three years, including migrating the Council from XP to Vista.

  • '10 new Windows XP SP2 flaws' revealed

    A security company has warned that hackers can silently and remotely take over any Windows XP SP2 machine, but Microsoft has rubbished the claims.

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  • How to troubleshoot using a Pocket PC

    You can use your Pocket PC to do a lot more than look up contacts or check e-mail. Find out how to take your Pocket PC to the next level by using it to remotely control your Windows 2000 Server and XP clients.

  • Mallesons plots virtual future with VMware

    One of Australia's largest adopters of VMware's ESX Server -- Australia-based international law firm Mallesons Stephen Jaques -- recovered every last dollar spent on the system three months before the rollout was even complete.

  • Manage XP services to improve performance

    Windows XP runs many services in the background that can drain the power of a slower CPU. If you're running XP on an older workstation, you can gain performance by stopping unneeded services.

  • VPNs via Windows Server 2003

    feature Although Windows NT and 2000 both boast remote access services, including VPN, Windows Server 2003 offers the next level of these services, providing a secure communications mechanism for your users and infrastructure.

  • How to build a scalable VPN solution

    Implementing a virtual private network (VPN) that you won't have to "rip and re-do" as your company expands takes some planning. This article takes a look at two important aspects of VPN planning: protocol scalability and software vs. appliance solutions.

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  • Get connected anywhere

    Far from your main machine? Whether that PC is at work or home, if you're looking for a remote-access option, look no further than GoToMyPC. Just be sure you can cover the entry price.

  • Windows Vista Business

    Windows Vista Business is essentially warmed-over Windows XP. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use.

  • The best endpoint security suite is...

    Wondering which endpoint security suite keeps your clients the most protected? Enex TestLab racks them all up and puts them through their paces.

  • Microsoft Windows 7 (Professional)

    Windows 7 looks like the operating system that we've all been waiting for. Despite its imperfections, it shows a lot of promise for the future while presenting a stable platform that can compete comfortably with OS X.

  • Western Digital My Book World Edition (2TB)

    The Western Digital My Book World Edition is a fast, simple to use, plug and play NAS that unfortunately lacks many features and has sub-par remote access performance.

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