• Microsoft Vista Home Networking Setup and Options
The most daunting part of upgrading to Windows Vista may be trying to figure out where in the layers of menus the networking and file-sharing options are hidden.
• Tips for Securing Your Home Router
Seemingly minor and easily overlooked settings can still have profound security implications. Here are some steps you can take to make sure your wired or wireless home router — and by extension, your network — is as secure as possible.
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• Microsoft Windows Home Server
If you have a home network, you'll welcome the easy file sharing, remote access and the image-based backup features of Windows Home Server.
• Iomega StorCenter Network Hard Drive
Iomega's fourth generation StorCenter Network Hard Drive brings many of the features found in higher-end storage devices down to an attractive price.
• MikroTik's The Dude
This free tool delivers many of the same capabilities that you'd find in pricey network monitoring tools. As long as you don't mind tinkering, The Dude is a decent network utility that should be worth the download.
Latest Reviews
Review: ClickFree Wireless Backup C3 - 1/20/2011 The Clickfree Wireless Backup likely lacks the power, storage and configuration options power users often crave. However, those seeking a simple to use and configure wireless backup solution should consider the device as a solution for their needs.
Review: Infinitech Infinite USB Memory Drive - 12/19/2010 Infinitec's Infinite USB Memory Drive is an ambitious and innovative product that delivers what it promises when it works. But it's not quite reliable or consistent enough for prime time; hopefully this can be achieved with future software updates.
Review: ETR9330 300Mbps Wireless N Travel Router - 12/1/2010 With simple setup and plenty of useful features, Engenius's portable Wi-Fi router is a real bargain with little competition if all you're after is go-anywhere wireless.
When wireless won't cut it and you need a high-performance, low-hassle way of networking devices around the house, the speed and easy setup of Belkin Gigabit Powerline HD Starter Kit won't disappoint you.
Not long ago, it would have been impossible to find a Gigabit Ethernet switch for less than $100. Not anymore. The Linksys SD2005 is a small footprint Gigabit networking device that packs a lot of power into its compact and attractively priced frame.
Featuring VPN, firewall and wireless access point capabilities, Netgear's FVG318 aims to find a niche somewhere between home network routers and business-class routers.
The Netgear Powerline Adapter products represent the best of the group of currently available HomePlug-based products. Price, performance, ease-of-use, and even design and aesthetics are all top notch.
As with other products in this category, the XE104's real-world performance is only fraction of the number on the box. However, it's sutiable for sharing an Internet connection or networking devices that aren't bandwidth hungry. It's also a snap to set up and can accommodate four Ethernet devices.
The Netgear Powerline Adapter products represent the best of the group of currently available HomePlug-based products. Price, performance, ease-of-use, and even design and aesthetics are all top notch.
This product is a firewall and Internet sharing combo (wireless and wired) with the ability to establish a dial up connection should the primary connection drop.
If you're looking to network a non-mobile device like a desktop computer or a video game console, a HomePlug-based power line networking adapter is a logical way to go. The NeverWire 14 HomePlug adapter from Phonex Broadband combines solid performance with a reasonable price, making it a worthy choice for networking your non-mobile devices.
Review: ClickFree Wireless Backup C3
Review: Infinitech Infinite USB Memory Drive
Review: ETR9330 300Mbps Wireless N Travel Router
