IT Briefings from Network World

Webcast: Path to Convergence

2004-03-31T00:00:00Z

Voice, video and data are all converging on IP networks. Not only do IT managers have to develop systems that manage the unique characteristics of the three traffic types, they must maintain a highly available and reliable enterprise. In this program, Network World Events Editor Sandra Gittlen and Senior Editor Phil Hochmuth discuss the challenges and opportunities converged networking poses for IT organizations and how they are meeting these challenges. Hochmuth, a convergence expert, shares best practices for combining voice, video and data over an IP infrastructure.

Webcast: Linux in the enterprise

2004-03-17T00:00:00Z

Linux is gaining ground in large and small IT organizations. But where is the open source platform best used? Network World Events Editor Sandra Gittlen and Senior Editor Jennifer Mears discuss where IT is finding the most bang for their Linux buck. Mears, who covers the Linux industry, explains where IT has found success in rolling out and managing open-source applications. She also shares what's to come for the Linux movement.

Webcast: MPLS

2004-03-05T00:00:00Z

Multi-protocol Label Switching is rapidly gaining favor from service providers and large-scale IT organizations alike. MPLS works with ATM, frame relay and IP and has features that result in faster movement of enterprise traffic and easier network management. In this program, Network World Events Editor Sandra Gittlen and Edge Managing Editor Jim Duffy discuss the merits of MPLS for IT and service providers. Duffy, an MPLS expert, shares his view on the future of MPLS and what still needs to be done to the standard for it to broaden its reach.

Webcast: SSL VPNs

2004-03-03T00:00:00Z

Secure Sockets Layer Virtual Private Networks hold a lot of promise for the enterprise. Their calling is to provide safe remote access to the network coupled with ease of use. Is this important technology living up to its hype? Join Network World Events Editor Sandra Gittlen and Network World’s VPN expert Senior Editor Tim Greene as they discuss the state of SSL VPNs. Greene explains what to look for in choosing an SSL solution and how enterprises are making the most of this flavor of VPN.

Webcast: Information life cycle management

2004-03-03T00:00:00Z

Is all data created equal? Not when it comes to storage and retrieval. IT managers must manage the life cycle of the information in their network. Not doing so wastes costly resources. Join Network World Events Editor Sandra Gittlen and Network World Senior Editor Deni Connor as they discuss the importance of information life-cycle management and offer tips for implementing it in your network.

Webcast: Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance

2004-03-03T00:00:00Z

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 puts responsibility for regulatory compliance squarely in the hands of IT departments. IT managers at publicly traded companies, under the act, must meet stringent financial reporting and disclosure requirements. Not doing so could put their companies in serious jeopardy. Network World Senior Editor Ann Bednarz and Events Editor Sandra Gittlen outline what IT managers must do today to comply and how they can manage their systems going forward. Bednarz, an expert in this area, talks about tools that are available to help IT organizations stay in the clear.

Webcast: SSL Management in the Enterprise

2004-03-02T00:00:00Z

Join Network World columnist, Mark Gibbs as he details the unique challenges "virtual" businesses face as they conduct commerce over the Internet. Learn about the vital criteria related to SSL and digital certificates in the enterprise.

Webcast: Defensive Positions

2004-03-02T00:00:00Z

The ability to access business critical data and files from any place in the world and from an ever-growing variety of devices provides tremendous opportunities for your organization. But if you are responsible for the operation of this burgeoning wireless world, then you understand the importance of security.

Webcast: Network Storage

2004-03-02T00:00:00Z

Even in today's sluggish economy, enterprise data storage needs and requirements are growing at an ever-inflating rate. Throw into the mix, the very real requirement for cost savings, and you find yourself asking the question, "Can network storage help me cut costs today?"

Webcast: Strategies for anticipating network management problems

2004-03-02T00:00:00Z

With the help of three expert analysts, this Webcast is designed to give practical advice that IT professionals can put to work immediately to head off problems tomorrow. The speakers tackle the changing world of policy-based network management and discuss some of the special issues facing users of voice over IP. You'll learn why performance management is inexorably evolving to end-to-end management. The webcast also takes a critical look at some of the more useful proactive strategies for averting network performance issues down the road.