Using the new document-routing software, system administrators can create new templates, edit existing ones, add new items to the device address book, view documents stored in a web folder and access various reporting options. Address books can be imported and exported in XML or CSV formats.
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Migration from Windows to Linux Saves Thousands
Nearly three years ago I rebuilt my company's corporate network, comprising six geographically dispersed offices and approximately 300 users, using a budget smaller than what most system administrators and IT managers make in a year. Our migration to Linux servers and software was a success, and offers a lesson for other administrators.
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Browser Security Takes Off in VPNs
Corporations are embracing a simpler, cheaper way of connecting remote workers to their networks, opening up new opportunities--and competition--for network security vendors.
At stake are gateways allowing secure access to corporate networks based on a browser security technology known as Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption. Analysts and makers of SSL-based networking equipment say that large numbers of corporate users are starting to implement virtual private networks (VPNs) using SSL technology.
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SMC Unveils Wireless PCI Cards That Extend Range, Security
SMC Networks Tuesday introduced two new wireless PCI cards. The Irvine, Calif.-based networking vendor says the new cards boost the power and security of its existing PCI cards.
The SMC2512W-B EliteConnect 2.4GHz 802.11b High Power Wireless PCI Card is set to become available this month at an MSRP of $109.99. The SMC2512W-AG EliteConnect Universal 2.4GHz/5GHz High Power Wireless PCI Card is set to become available in February at an MSRP of $129.99.
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Microsoft Rolls Out January Patches; One Is Critical
Microsoft on Tuesday released three new security vulnerability bulletins -- and the patches to fix them -- in its scheduled January roster of fixes. Only one is labeled Critical by the Redmond, Wash.-based developer.
The most serious of the three bulletins affects Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration (ISA) Server 2000, and because that software's part of both the Small Business Server 2000 and Small Business Server 2003 packages, those products as well.
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