Network Computing Report #313
http://www.networkcomputing.com/
Monday, August 18, 2003

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CMP’s NetworkMagazine has identified a VPN Service as 
Product of the Year, 2003.  Listen to a 15-minute drill-down
of this compelling alternative to Frame Relay which provides 
enterprise managers a solution that reduces WAN costs, 
is a single source solution, and scales to accommodate 
future bandwidth needs. 
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This week, we tested six SIP phones. Read why SIP for VoIP phones are
mature, solid and worth considering for your organization. Then try
your hand at our SIP/VoIP TechQuiz.

Plus, our editors are conducting a brief, online survey on Storage
Management vendors. More details are in our newsletter specials
section. And if you've got a tough IT problem, post it to one of our
forums--Ask the Experts or Shop Talk--to receive real-world, hands-on
advice.

Be sure to bookmark our Weblog, the Network Computing Daily Blog,
and check back often for IT news and views.
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As always, please feel free to message us directly if you have any
comments or questions (mailto:newsletter@nwc.com).

Best regards,
--The Network Computing Report Team

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In This Issue:
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1)  Newsletter Specials
2)  Feature: SIP Packs a Punch
3)  Review: Polycom KOs Proprietary VoIP Woes
4)  Sneak Preview: Fidelia Technology's Fidelia NetVigil 3.6
5)  Sneak Preview: MRV Communications' In-Reach LX-4048S Console
     Server, Alarm Management
6)  Ask the Experts and Shop Talk Forums
7)  BuzzCut
8)  Interactive Buyer's Guide: Desktop Encryption
9)  Air Time: Next-Generation WLANs: Version 1.0
10) NWC Weblogs
11) Editor's Bookshelf and Storage White Paper Pick
12) Network Computing's Storage Pipeline: Virtualization,
     Management Must Be In Place For Utility Storage
13) Last Mile
14) CMP Marketplace
15) Latest IT Professional Downloads
16) Subscription Information

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1) Newsletter Specials
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a) Network Computing Storage Management Survey
The editors of Network Computing are conducting a brief, online survey
on Storage Management vendors. We'll be exploring the perceived value
of the vendors mentioned in this survey across a number of factors,
all based upon your practical experience. In return for participating,
you will be entered into a drawing for a very nifty, camera-equipped
Palm Zire 71. We will also make the results available to you on
Network Computing's Web site:
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To participate in the survey.
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b) Top 11 List: Power Outage Perks
This week, we're looking for the Top 11 perks of a multi-state power
outage for the IT professional. Make us laugh, and we'll publish your
submission in print and online. Here are a few ideas to get you going:
--Temporarily not in breach of SCO licensing terms.
--Mail servers finally have a chance to catch up on spam filtering.
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c) MoblogIT
So you're looking for something interesting to do with your shiny new
camera phone or digital camera? Look no further than Network
Computing's very own Moblog, dedicated to all things IT. Just pick up
your camera-phone or e-mail client and post a photo of your favorite
IBM eServer, your not-so-tidy wiring closet or your kind self to our
MoblogIT server.
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d) TechQuiz: SIP/VoIP
Test your digital convergence savvy with our latest quiz. If you get
all the answers right, we'll put your name in the hat for the chance
to win a truly cool Network Computing collectible.
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e) Compare IT: Web Hosting Services
Positioning your Web site on world-class reliable servers with 24-hour
tech support can help maintain your online business operations and
give you peace of mind. Compare offerings and get quotes from CCINet,
Exodus, Sprint and XO Communications.
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f) NWC Project: SIP/VoIP
Tune in to hear Peter Morrissey discuss his evaluation of SIP and
compatible solutions. Plus, ask Peter questions and find out about
his VoIP test equipment.
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g) 30th Annual Computer Security Conference & Exhibition
Register now for the 30th Annual Computer Security Conference &
Exhibition to be held November 3-5 in Washington, D.C., at the
Marriott Wardman Park. There are 14 tracks and over 160 sessions
covering everything from wireless, attacks & countermeasures,
forensics, certification and advanced technology to government and
much more! Plus, visit 175 exhibitors at the Exhibition November 2-4.

For more information.
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2) Feature: SIP Packs a Punch
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By Peter Morrissey
SIP has emerged as the undisputed protocol champ in its class,
knocking H.323 for a loop. If you're considering a purchase in these
areas, here's what you need to ask prospective vendors.
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Read books on this topic.
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Read more articles on this subject.
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Read SIP white papers.
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Market research and analyst reports.
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3) Review: Polycom KOs Proprietary VoIP Woes
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By Peter Morrissey
After testing six SIP phones, we feel it's safe to say that SIP for
VoIP phones is mature and solid.
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Read books on this topic.
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Read SIP white papers.
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Market research and analyst reports.
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4) Sneak Preview: Fidelia Technology's Fidelia NetVigil 3.6
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By Andy Woods
Fidelia breaks new ground with the inclusion of wireless LAN
monitoring capabilities in version 3.6 of its NetVigil performance and
fault-monitoring application.
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Read books on this topic.
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Read performance and fault-monitoring application white papers.
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Market research and analyst reports.
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5) Sneak Preview: MRV Communications' In-Reach LX-4048S Console
    Server, Alarm Management
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By Lori MacVittie
At first glance, the In-Reach LX-4048S looks like a compact console
server. Once you check out the four-pound product manual, however,
you'll find the LX-4048S is an out-of-band remote-management device.
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Read books on this topic.
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Read remote-management device white papers.
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Market research and analyst reports.
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6) Ask the Experts and Shop Talk Forums
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a) Ask the Experts Question of the Week
By Kapil Kumaria
Been trying to install McAfee epo 3.0 on a Windows 2000 server with
SQL 2000 already loaded on that server. Since epo 3.0 already has a
SQL 7.0 database bundled along with it, installing epo is becoming
difficult. Can you please suggest something on that asap?

Lend Kapil a hand or find out the answer for yourself.
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b) Shop Talk Post of the Week
By Uday Hajari
I read Jesse Lindeman's piece on wireless networking. I just happen to
be implementing the same Proxim ap-2000b/g access points in a hotel
environment with three floors. Currently, I have installed one AP on
the first floor and have great access all throughout the lobby and
hall areas (open areas). However, I tested several rooms and have no
signal strength. I would say the distance between the AP and the
closest room is around 40 to 50 feet. I am also using Proxim's combo
a/b/g PCMCIA card. Have you had any luck with their extender antenna
and would that help in the range issue?

If you have a similar (or dissimilar) experience, let Uday know.
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Got a tough question? Ask the Experts.
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Need to vent or commiserate? Talk shop in Shop Talk.
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7) BuzzCut
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a) Security Certification for SuSE: No Big Deal
By Mike Fratto
SuSE has become the first Linux developer to receive a particular OS
security certification that is internationally recognized and vital
for selling to the U.S. and several European governments. But the
certification has no value for Linux at large.
http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/ecRh0E43wY0V40B6IX0AV

b) Dell's 8-Way Server Detour
By Sean Doherty
Dell has put the brakes on the development of eight-way Intel Xeon
servers. Instead, the company is focused on scaling servers out rather
than up by adding servers to the cluster.
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c) WiFi: Exaggerated Flaws
By Dave Molta
A recently noted anomaly within the 802.11b standard is actually old
news. It is known as the near/far problem, where clients closer to a
wireless access point can block or diminish connectivity for clients
located farther away.
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8) Interactive Buyer's Guide: Desktop Encryption
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Protect your network's data from intruders and remain in control of
your private information. Our interactive charts reveal the many
desktop encryption software options available today.
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Read books on this topic.
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Read desktop encryption white papers.
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Market research and analyst reports.
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9)  Air Time: Next-Generation WLANs: Version 1.0
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By Dave Molta
Today's dominant technology--the smart access point--is akin to the PC
of the early '90s. It's become increasingly powerful, and increasingly
difficult to manage. There must be a better way.
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10) NWC Weblogs
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a) NWC Inc.: I Broke It
Or maybe Bruce's testing broke it. Or maybe network gremlins came
along and decided to be mean and break it because they thought we
needed even more excitement. Regardless of who's to blame, NWC Inc. is
broken.
http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/ecRh0E43wY0V40B6Id0Ah

b) Daily Blog: ARCNet Baby!
Typically, we strive for the absurd in crafting our Top 11 List
questions and selecting our published answers. So I was a bit
surprised at the following letter from reader Dan O'Barr.
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c) Daily Blog: Bullet Bonanza!
Here are some of the headlines I'm staring at in mild disbelief:
-Blackout CameraPhone Blog -- because someone had to do it.
-Car Ships Collide at Sea -- somehow, it was inevitable.
-Amazon Light v2.0 beta -- 5 mill items...on one page? Oh the
humanity!
-SCO posts profit from Linux licensing? -- Proving Nietzsche's point.
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Be sure to check out our other blogs:

NWC Inc.
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Site Content
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NWC Goes to School
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11) Editor's Bookshelf and Storage White Paper Pick
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Our editors have chosen "Voice-Enabling the Data Network: H.323, MGCP,
SIP, QoS, SLAs, and Security" by James F. Durkin as this week's
featured companion book. Durkin describes the key steps in designing
an operational VoIP network, thereby enabling network designers,
managers, engineers and CTOs to understand how the technology is
applied. This book covers such essential topics as H.323, SIP and MGCP
architectures; QoS design considerations; SLAs (Service Level
Agreements); and security considerations.

For more information.
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Find other books.
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Storage White Paper Pick
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This week's hottest storage white paper is "Cisco Storage Networking
Solutions," published by Cisco Systems. The Cisco storage solution set
comprises a network architecture of products, tools and intelligent
services coupled with strategic design to provide the foundation for
your storage requirements of today and tomorrow.
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Access more storage white papers, case studies and product information
in the Network Computing Tech Library.
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For the latest technical information on today's key IT issues, visit
Network Computing's Tech Library.
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Get the latest IT white papers via our RSS feed.
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12) Network Computing's Storage Pipeline: Virtualization,
     Management Must Be in Place for Utility Storage
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By Jon William Toigo
Strong virtualization and management technology is a prerequisite of
utility storage. Here's a look at the management "stack" components
that must be in place for utility storage to become a reality.
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Read more from Network Computing's Storage Pipeline.
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13) Last Mile
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By Bradley F. Shimmin and David Joachim
This edition: Top 11 reasons to perform a 'Case Mod' on your corporate
mail server; D is for Dog; and Spray the Waves.
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14) CMP Marketplace
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15) Latest IT Professional Downloads
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Find some of the newest files in IT Pro's collection of shareware,
utility and demo downloads for network and IT professionals below. If
you would like to see more downloads and begin receiving the latest
info on hot new utilities, packs and jewels, sign up for our free,
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a) PassCrypt 1.2
PassCrypt lets you store all your Web user names and passwords, along
with banking, e-mail and software registration data, in one convenient
and secure place. If you use the optional password protection, your
data is encrypted using a military-strength (448-bit) Blowfish cipher.

Download at:
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Size: 761k
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b) RSCDISK 3.5
Optimally protect sensitive data with RSCDISK on PCs, notebooks and
servers. It uses a combination of high reliability with simple data
handling, which is an irreplaceable tool when dealing with sensitive
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By using IT Pro Downloads you agree to these terms of use.
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CMP’s NetworkMagazine has identified a VPN Service as 
Product of the Year, 2003.  Listen to a 15-minute drill-down
of this compelling alternative to Frame Relay which provides 
enterprise managers a solution that reduces WAN costs, 
is a single source solution, and scales to accommodate 
future bandwidth needs. 
http://update.networkcomputing.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/ecRh0E43wY0V40B4ls0AV

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