http://ithound.computing.co.uk/ Use IThound RSS Feeds to keep up-to-date with new research on the topics that are most important to you. NAC at the Endpoint: control your network through device compliance An increasingly mobile workforce means that access requests can come from anyone and anywhere, which is why organizations are turning network access control (NAC) technologies. This paper discusses why NAC is important and how it should be implemented on the endpoint for maximum protection. http://ithound.computing.co.uk/ithound/view_abstract?id=2135 Personal Computer World Edition August 2008 In the August edition of the UK's longest running PC and IT monthly magazine, the PCW team provide a home networking masterclass, explaining how to get your Mac, Windows and Linux PCs working happily together. This edition also features the regular reviews, news and editorial content. http://ithound.computing.co.uk/ithound/view_abstract?id=2128 Routing and Switching Made Simple From increasing efficiency to decreasing costs to boosting customer satisfaction, every small and medium-sized business (SMB) faces unique challenges. This guide examines the critical issues of networking, how it works, and how it can help you achieve a competitive edge http://ithound.computing.co.uk/ithound/view_abstract?id=1934 Guidelines to achieve centralised management in the data centre Big applications used to run data in big mainframe computers that had to be replaced when it was time to upgrade. Now, some of the most powerful computer systems are built as large clusters of small servers composed of commodity hardware. http://ithound.computing.co.uk/ithound/view_abstract?id=1730 The facts about KVM over IP, bandwidth and video This paper explores how to get high-resolution video without the need for increased bandwidth through a KVM over IP system. http://ithound.computing.co.uk/ithound/view_abstract?id=1726 7 Essential Steps of Vulnerability Management Hackers are getting more sophisticated in infiltrating networks and stealing data and this is the greatest security challenge faced by organisations. This paper details the essential aspects of putting into place a proactive measurable and sustainable vulnerability management program. http://ithound.computing.co.uk/ithound/view_abstract?id=1368 Silver Peak's NX Series Appliances - Secure, Scalable Application Delivery Silver Peak NX Series appliances seamlessly fit into any enterprise network, reducing IT costs and enhancing enterprise-wide data security and compliance by enabling the centralization of branch office servers and storage. http://ithound.computing.co.uk/ithound/solution_summary?id=251 Top 10 Considerations for Scaling a WAN Acceleration Solution There are numerous factors that affect the scalability of a WAN acceleration solution, from hardware architecture to ease of use. This paper identifies the top 10, and provides guidelines for overcoming scalability challenges in real-world enterprise environments. http://ithound.computing.co.uk/ithound/view_abstract?id=243