* The real reason you need Gigabit Ethernet * Finding a way into your network * Digital everything * To certify or not to certify
The real reason you need Gigabit Ethernet
Everyone’s looking for the “killer app” that will make companies run out and load up on Gigabit Ethernet. But Kevin Tolly this week says the killer app is in plain view – the problem is that none of the application vendors seem to get it, and Tolly explains how they aren’t even trying to take advantage of Gigabit’s capabilities.
https://www.nwfusion.com/columnists/2003/0428tolly.html?vo
Finding a way into your network
Network World Editor-in-Chief John Dix uses his Editorial to alert you to a security service that can spot your network’s vulnerabilities for you. It’s a bit scary to have a company scan your network for ways to break in – but at least it’s on your side.
https://www.nwfusion.com/columnists/2003/0428edit.html?vo
Digital everything
It’s an MP3 player, it’s a video player and it’s a digital camera. It’s also a PDA called the Palm Zire 71, and this week Keith Shaw gives you the whole story.
https://www.nwfusion.com/columnists/2003/0428cooltools.html?vo
To certify or not to certify
Are technical certifications still worth the hassle? Linda Musthaler says a recent survey shows that they are.
https://www.nwfusion.com/columnists/2003/0428musthaler.html?vo
