June 2008

June 2008

IT managers share their worst nightmares and how to prevent them. Some techs run nightmare scenarios in a virtual environment and then shore up the infrastructure based on the results. Also in this issue: Find out why risk-taking is a way of life for online outdoor retailer Backcountry.com. Manufacturer Tronair tells its VMware deployment story. Cellular modems power road warriors at a Baltimore law firm.

Features

Virtualization software helps Tronair manage its dynamic expansion.
Risk-taking is a way of life for the staff of Backcountry.com.
IT managers share some of their worst nightmares and how to prevent them.
Before you take a summer break, get your IT shop in order.

Departments

IT shops are learning that VoIP opens up new vulnerabilities.
Home in on these five critical Web metrics to build optimized sites that generate more traffic and sales potential.
Learn these workarounds to adjust to the new OS.
Convergence of cellular and Wi-Fi helps mobile computer users broaden their horizons.
SSL VPNs deliver remote access over the Internet — no more disk-hogging software clients.
Solid-state drives offer better performance at competitive prices. Find out if they are right for your IT shop.
ATI graphics card lets power graphics users run multiple apps simultaneously.
Five ways to sharpen your tech-support operation.
Polycom partners with Microsoft to deliver unified communication with an IP phone.
Seven tips for making the transition to LCDs.

Opinions

Zero-day attacks are dangerous, but you can defend against them.
For disaster recovery, prepare for the worst-case scenario.
When considering IT projects, it's important to be both eco-friendly and fiscally sound.

Security

Apple’s iOS 7 Makes Small bu... |
The overhaul and redesign of Apple’s mobile operating system are worth cheering about,...
Why Law Firms Should Live an... |
Firms shouldn’t allow unfounded security concerns to deter them from all the cloud has to...
How 3 Companies Disaster-Pro... |
Despite the havoc following Sandy, these businesses continued services with hardly a...

Storage

3 Questions to Help SMBs Pla... |
Before planning a backup strategy, here are three questions that can help set the...
How 3 Companies Disaster-Pro... |
Despite the havoc following Sandy, these businesses continued services with hardly a...
EMC World 2013: Software-Def... |
Storage virtualization is a key element of providing on-demand, flexible cloud services.

Infrastructure Optimization

Has Open-Source Technology G... |
The days of “open-source” being a dirty word could soon be a distant memory.
West Coast Customs Outfits B... |
The Technoliner gives businesses a hands-on experience with the latest productivity tools...
Spring Cleaning: Refresh Tip... |
Three financial businesses offer advice on optimizing computing operations.

Networking

Cisco Live 2013: Collaborati... |
The way work gets done is set to evolve once machines and sensors jump into the mix.
At the Core of a Thriving Bu... |
Companies find the ability to easily connect with customers and employees essential to...
5 Ways to Fix Common Wi-Fi E... |
Get expert pointers on how optimize your 802.11 network.

Mobile & Wireless

The Mobile Apps Most Commonl... |
Fewer businesses than you might think actively blacklist or whitelist iOS or Android...
Using iPads at Check-In Prov... |
An ambitious mobile strategy built around tablets is helping Hyatt Hotels reach new...
Businesses Go Mobile on Mult... |
A real estate agency and logistics provider tap devices that make their workers more...

Hardware & Software

The Do’s and Don’ts of Email... |
A perfectly crafted email signature can make a great digital impression.
Shopping 2.0: N.Y. Retailer... |
Kate Spade and eBay have teamed up to provide a unique shopping experience that brings...
Apple’s iOS 7 Makes Small bu... |
The overhaul and redesign of Apple’s mobile operating system are worth cheering about,...