VPN Client by Kent Pinkerton
VPN is an abbreviation for Virtual Private Network. Private network is a network for select users that has a firewall enabled to prevent intrusion from the Internet. Even though such networks tend to be safe from intrusion, it causes a problem for users. ... VPN message traffic is carried on a public networking infrastructure (Internet) using standard protocols. ... Connecting the computer directly when there is only one Internet connection bypasses the firewall. ... Experts in VPN technology warn against connecting the client computer to the Internet directly.

A Brief History of Cisco Certification Training by Natalie Aranda
Cisco Systems was founded in 1984 by a married couple named Len Bosack and Sandy Lerner. They were computer engineers employed at Stanford University near San Francisco, California. The name cisco, which was originally spelled using a small c, was taken from San Francisco. ... The change to the standard Internet Protocol (IP) cut drastically into the need for a multi-protocol router, but by this time the company was well established and able to diversify into other networking system products. ... Cisco was also a leader in the introduction of formal certification programs to insure the...

What You Need to Know About Networking by Alex Lakatos
Because networking is a relatively young science, it borrows language from other disciplines. Many networking terms come from the realm of physical transportation—terms such as bridge, hub, port, routing, and switching. That borrowing is apt. Just as the transportation revolution, and especially... A printer attached directly to a computer via a parallel or USB cable does not comprise a network; it becomes a network if the printer and computer are both attached to a switch or router. ... • Managed networking technologies (especially switches): A managed switch allows the user or...

Desktop Management Software by Ken Marlborough
Desktop management software is a computer program or computer programs which serve to place all the controls of a network in one station, for maximum efficiency of networking. Desktop management software is an absolute necessity for those businesses that have ambitious expansion plans. ... As a network administrator, you have to have full control over your company’s computer system. ... Your system may be exposed to the onslaught of harmful viruses, and only sophisticated desktop management software can shield computers from that menace.

Wireless Networking and Security by Andrew Mapp
Although Wireless Networking has great benefits, which are undoubtedly, there are also some drawbacks, which should be considered. Drawbacks such as Electromagnetic interferences, a slower transfer speed then wired Networks and diverse security concerns. ... 1) Ad hoc network is established when wireless communication exist directly from computer to computer. ... With out data encryption everything transmitted from a computer and everything received would be transmitted in clear text. ... Without WEP there is also no authentication for who logs on to the wireless computer or Network,...

Creating a Wireless Desktop by Stephen Orgill
We live in an age of technology and as such we are always looking for ways to make life easier or ways to make things look better. In the home or office (or even the home office) making things look better involves getting rid of clutter. This is where the wireless desktop comes into play. ... Wireless Networking I think the biggest advantage of wireless technology has to be Wireless Networking. ... While Bluetooth technology is does not have the range in which to be affective at networking computers together.

What To Watch Out For When Looking For Flat Or Fixed Fee Computer Consulting by Steven Young
You have a computer networking infrastructure in place. Now you need someone who can maintain your computer networking systems. You want someone who knows Cisco, 3Com, Microsoft Exchange, Active Directory, Firewall protection, phone systems, Novell, Windows 2003 and more. ... A firewall is good, but perhaps for an additional charge they can put in intrudusion protection system to monitor all attacks. ... Ordering computer hardware or software. ... Maintaining anti-virus system including virus definitions updates and configuration 4.

Home Networking - Where to Begin and Different Approaches by Lewis Gunter
Wired This is the grandfather of networking, the bread and butter combo, the standard. Setting up a wired network is not very difficult, can be done inexpensively, and doesn’t require much prior networking experience. What you’ll need For internet sharing, you will need a Cable/DSL router. ... It uses your existing power cabling to carry a network signal, meaning you basically already have networking installed in any room with a power outlet. ... Wireless Wireless networking is becoming more and more commonplaces in homes that need to link together multiple PCs or share an internet...

Make a Linux Home Data Server of an Old PC by Adam Knife
So, you've got an old computer, and you don't know what to do with it. Sure, it can't play new video games, maybe can't run the latest and greatest software, don't fret, it's not totally worthless. Converting your old computer in to a home data server opens a range of possibilities, and a range... The first step is to pick a Linux distro, DistroWatch.com lists the most popular distributions, and reviews a range of distributions, we're going to use the Ubuntu [5.10] operating system, with a server installation, simply because it's the operating system this author uses for his desktop, and...

Business IT Networks - 5 Common Problems Overlooked by Entrepreneurs by John Hammond
IT Networks though simple, require extensive planning to ensure stability, yet we often encounter businesses that are unacquainted with the imperative role networking plays in the efficient functioning of their company. Informed business entrepreneurs often opt to upgrade their networking... Network Consultants should always analyze the nature of your business so as to recommend a networking/Information Technology system that would be the best fit for your business. ... Clients often overlook the importance of discussing options with consultants to make sure their IT system remains...