* Juniper embraces 802.1X to control network access * Virtualization show goes far beyond VMware * Laptop loss: How to avoid becoming the next Starbucks * FAQ on NAC * Q&A: 40 years and going strong: Internet pioneer Merit celebrates and looks ahead * Start-up KSR offers managed security services aimed at remediation, risk management * Buzzblog: TV does laundry better than a PC or cell phone * Today on Layer 8
Juniper embraces 802.1X to control network access
An upgrade to Juniper Networks’ network access-control software makes it possible for customers to block network access via any switch, not just by Juniper firewalls. Click here for more.
Virtualization show goes far beyond VMware
VMware’s VMworld conference is no longer just about EMC’s virtualization business, but rather is about a broader move to virtualization across the industry. Click here for more.
Laptop loss: How to avoid becoming the next Starbucks
When Starbucks earlier this month revealed it couldn’t find four laptops containing data on thousands of employees, IT administrators everywhere once again were forced to ask themselves: What’s our policy on protecting data on mobile devices? Click here for more.
FAQ on NAC
Network access control stands out as one of the most promising security technologies, but it also is one of the most misunderstood. Click here for answers to common questions.
Q&A: 40 years and going strong: Internet pioneer Merit celebrates and looks ahead
Merit Network, the pioneering Michigan state research network that played a key role in the development of the Internet, is set to celebrate its 40th anniversary this week. President Emeritus Eric Aupperle, a 32-year Merit veteran who served as director and president in the organization’s heyday, spent some time reminiscing and looking ahead with Network World Managing Editor Jim Duffy. Click here for the full interview.
Start-up KSR offers managed security services aimed at remediation, risk management
Start-up KSR will make its debut this week with a portfolio of managed security services focused on remediation and risk management for corporate networks. Click here for more.
Buzzblog: TV does laundry better than a PC or cell phone
So say participants in an eight-week trial of ‘Net-enabled washers and driers conducted by the Internet Home Alliance. In the results being released tomorrow, families give a thumbs-up to having laundry-status alerts pop up while they watch TV; thumbs-down on same for cell phones. The pilot was backed by the likes of Whirlpool, HP and Microsoft. Click here for more.
Today on Layer 8, where our seat is always in an upright and locked position:
Why it’ll take 136 years to sync your Outlook server under Vista; NFL throws a flag at YouTube; Microsoft chooses new start-up music; and the winner of our Weekly Caption Contest; all this today and more at your home for not-just-networking news.
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