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    Researchers have found a method of cracking a key encryption feature used in securing wireless systems that doesn't require trying a large number of possibilities.

  • Apple Time Capsule allows wireless backups

    Apple CEO Steve Jobs announced a back-up device called Time Capsule at Macworld in San Francisco on Tuesday, which automates the Time Machine backup application in Mac OS X Leopard.

  • Wyse gives nod to thin-client Wi-Fi

    Wyse has targeted mobile offices with the introduction of high-speed wireless connectivity and smartcard security support to its thin-client computing line-up.

  • Windows Server 2003 gets second update

    Microsoft has quietly released a second service pack (SP2) for its popular Windows Server 2003 operating system.

  • Sydney hospital plans unusual wireless network

    The Sydney Adventist Hospital (SAN) is planning to rollout a new wireless network for remote access to medical information within its wards, utilising the unpopular 802.11a standard to alleviate Wi-Fi blackspots.

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    Hack a Linux router for fun and profit

    Why put up with the failure of your vendor to provide updates for your broadband router's firmware? Just do it yourself: Linux-style.

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  • Photos: Experience Windows XP SP3

    Windows XP SP3 provides support for WPA2 and the Peer Name Resolution Protocol used in Windows Vista, among other things. See how our install of the RTM code went.

  • Fast fixes for 10 common Wi-Fi problems

    If wireless network problems are leaving you befuddled, these valuable tips can help you make a better connection.

  • Harvard Medical School: John Halamka, CIO

    Dr John Halamka, the CIO of Harvard Medical School, is an early adopter of RFID technology -- he's got a chip implanted in his arm. These tags can keep track of personal medical records, as well as hospital equipment. Halamka talks with ZDNet.com editor in chief Dan Farber about recent advances in patient care, and electronic prescriptions.

  • 10 tips for designing a small business network

    Setting up a network in a small business environment entails some specialised considerations to ensure an optimum implementation.

  • Belkin Wireless G Router with Built-in USB Print Server

    Just about everything to do with this wireless router and print server is extremely easy to use. If you're looking for an 802.11g router and want a simple life, the Belkin Wireless G Router with Built-In USB Print Server comes highly recommended.

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    At a very affordable price, the D-Link Wireless N Router DIR-615 makes a great entry-level Wireless-N router and would satisfy most situations where a wireless network is needed.

  • Linksys WRT160N Wireless-N broadband router

    The Linksys WRT160N Wireless-N broadband router has consistent performance, good range, a helpful software application, and a good set of networking features. Its lack of gigabit and USB support are the only major knocks against it.

  • D-Link Xtreme N Storage Router DIR-685

    The D-Link Xtreme N Storage Router DIR-685 is a very good single-band Wireless-N router; however, its extra features hardly justify the price.

  • Engin oneHub ST790

    Engin's oneHub benefits from simplicity, but also suffers from it in comparison to other all-in-one router/VoIP solutions.

  • Linksys Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router WRT320N

    The Linksys WRT320N forces you to pick either the 2.4GHz or the 5GHz band for your wireless network. Given that, it's not an ideal choice for an environment with both types of wireless clients.

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