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  Most Popular Tutorials

• 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.

• Do It Yourself: Roll Your Own Network Cables
It may not be something you do everyday, but having the supplies and know-how to whip up a network cable on the spot can be very handy.

• 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.

  Most Popular Reviews

• 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 

Pogoplug Simplifies Remote Access to Your Files - 7/16/2009
Pogoplug from CloudEngines represents an attractive option for getting at your data on the road by easily making any USB storage device Internet-accessible.

Review: Netgear 3G Mobile Broadband Wireless Router (MBR624GU) - 6/25/2009
The MGR624GU doesn't have the compactness or wide modem compatibility of some other 3G routers, but it carries a price tag roughly half that of its competitors, making it one of the least expensive units you can buy. If you can live with the limitations, the MBR624GU should serve you well.

Review: Zoom X6v VoIP Gateway - 6/11/2009
Zoom introduces a cost effective way to add broadband voice to a home LAN, while supporting both wired and Wi-Fi connected PCs.

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Troubleshooting & Tutorials 

Convert Wireless Routers into Access Points
There's still life left in your old 802.11g gear. 802.11n is faster and better, but your legacy equipment can still serve a useful purpose. - 7/09/09

Use Gbridge to Create a Free, Friendly VPN
With Gbridge, it's easy to create a secure VPN for access to all your files on the go, and don't miss its user-friendly media viewing features. - 7/02/09

Use Wake-on-LAN to Power Up Your PC Over the 'Net
With Wake-on-LAN and the DD-WRT router firmware you can leave PCs in a power-saving mode without giving up remote access. - 6/18/09

Twelve Tips to Cure Network File-Sharing Problems
Lots can go wrong when you're sharing files with Windows. Use these twelve easy tips to troubleshoot file-sharing problems and get Windows networking back under control. - 6/11/09

Ten Useful, Free Web Services Will Improve Connectivity and Make Your 'Net Life Better
From turbocharging your connection to figuring out whether your favorite site is down for everybody or just for you, our list of ten must-have Web services will improve your networked life. - 6/04/09

Secure Your E-Mail With Thunderbird and GnuPG
Strong e-mail security isn't just for big corporations. With Thunderbird and GnuPG, you can protect confidential information with the same industrial strength crypto they use in the big leagues. - 5/28/09

Protect Your Laptop With Seven Must-Have Firefox Add-Ons
You're extra vulnerable when you're on the go and away from your friendly home network. Learn how to stay safe on strange networks with seven key Firefox add-ons that stop malware and help guard your privacy. - 5/21/09

Clear Advantage: Taking WiMAX for a Spin
Clear promises broadband speeds over a wireless connection. Is it good enough to cut the cable (or DSL line) for good? - 5/7/09

Use Windows Mobile to Manage Your Desktop PC
You don't need a full-size PC to remotely manage your Windows computer when you've got Remote Desk Mobile. - 4/29/09

Manage Windows Network Settings With netsh
If you don't mind some time on the command line, you can learn a lot about how your Windows PC's network settings are configured, and make a few tweaks of your own. - 4/23/09

Be On Guard Against "Insecurity Software"
Beware fake security utilities that bring the very problems they purport to cure. - 4/16/09

The Free Windows Networking Toolkit: 10 Must-Have Apps
The best things in life are free, including this great collection of ten must-have tools for the practical networker. - 4/9/09

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Daily News 

Mozilla Updates Firefox 3.5 for Security, Startup
First security fix for Mozilla's new browser is out. — 07/17/09

PC Sales Down in Q2, Likely for All of 2009
While it's not as bad as it is for car salesmen, PC sales isn't a great business to be in right now. — 07/16/09

Spam Not So Profitable?
Despite sending millions of messages each day, botnet operators and spam marketers rake in less than one might think. — 07/15/09

Windows 7 Almost 'Released to Manufacturing?'
In Monday's keynote speech, Microsoft exec was supposed to announce critical step was cleared -- or was he? — 07/14/09

Facebook Rules in Time Spent Online
Facebook leads the pack in the time users spend at the site, according to Nielsen Online. — 07/14/09

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User Opinions 

D-Link DI-604 Express EtherNetwork 4-port Ethernet Broadband Router - 95 opinions
Linksys Etherfast Cable/DSL Firewall Router w/ 4-Port Switch/VPN Endpoint - 42 opinions
Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router - 14 opinions
Buffalo AirStation G54 Wireless Broadband Router - 23 opinions
D-Link DVC-1000 i2eye Broadband VideoPhone - 10 opinions

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