October 17, 2007 09:04
![Take Your Storage Online
[October 17, 2007] We put 7 online storage sites to the test to see how they compare.](http://images.tomshardware.com/_teaser/60x60/storageonline2_60x60.jpg)
We put 7 online storage sites to the test to see how they compare.
October 10, 2007 14:38
![AT&T's VNC: Free Remote Computer Access
[October 10, 2007] AT&T offers its remote computer access software for an excellent price, free. The software is available for many operating systems including MS Windows and some mobile devices.](http://images.tomshardware.com/_teaser/60x60/virtualnet2_60x60.jpg)
AT&T offers its remote computer access software for an excellent price, free. The software is available for many operating systems including MS Windows and some mobile devices.
August 22, 2006 13:51
![D-Link DSD-150: Good idea, flawed implementation
[August 22, 2006] Bill Meade takes D-Link's little all-in-one security box for a spin but finds that it promises far more than it delivers](http://images.tomshardware.com/_teaser/60x60/dlinkdsd150_60.jpg)
Bill Meade takes D-Link's little all-in-one security box for a spin but finds that it promises far more than it delivers
August 9, 2006 15:53
A pair of Italian hackers has created the lazy man's Bluetooth scanner by cramming eight Bluetooth dongles and a miniature computer into a rolling luggage case. While Bluetooth scanning has been around for a few years, the "BlueBag" case uses an extra omnidirectional antenna to prescan the area. The pair says the Bluebag can detect devices up to 200 meters (about 600 feet) away and can run for up to 10 hours without power.
August 7, 2006 12:01
![Defcon 2006: Hackers can work for the Feds - no degree required
[August 7, 2006] The great need for qualified computer security personnel is now forcing the government to rethink rigid hiring guidelines. At the Defcon computer security convention in Las Vegas, more than a dozen federal agents told attendees that traditional requirements like college degrees and polygraph tests were no longer strictly required for government employment.](http://images.tomshardware.com/_teaser/60x60/defcon_teaser.jpg)
The great need for qualified computer security personnel is now forcing the government to rethink rigid hiring guidelines. At the Defcon computer security convention in Las Vegas, more than a dozen federal agents told attendees that traditional requirements like college degrees and polygraph tests were no longer strictly required for government employment.
August 7, 2006 11:23
Your company's cleaning lady could be illegally moonlighting as your Oracle database administrator. Alexander Kornbrust, founder and CEO of Red Database Security, says hackers could easily exploit vulnerabilities in Oracle database and gain administrator access.
August 2, 2006 15:36
Thousands of computer security gurus and hackers are returning to Las Vegas this week for the Blackhat and Defcon conventions. Defcon's new home hotel, the Riviera, is bracing for computer problems and appears to have taken some pre-emptive action. A quick look at a casino Internet kiosk area shows disabled computers and missing ATM/Credit Card readers. Extra: Day 0 Image Gallery
July 27, 2006 09:10
![A DIY SSL VPN with SSL-Explorer - Part 2
[July 27, 2006] In Part 2 of his DIY for creating an SSL VPN, Phillip Howell walks through configurations for remote file browsing and desktop access](http://images.tomshardware.com/_teaser/60x60/ssl_explorer_60.jpg)
In Part 2 of his DIY for creating an SSL VPN, Phillip Howell walks through configurations for remote file browsing and desktop access
July 25, 2006 08:45
![The Smart Traveler's Guide to Data Theft Protection
[July 25, 2006] Your identity and other personal data can be much more vulnerable while on the road. Derek Boiko-Weyrauch shows you how not to be an easy mark.](http://images.tomshardware.com/_teaser/60x60/travel_data_safety_60.jpg)
Your identity and other personal data can be much more vulnerable while on the road. Derek Boiko-Weyrauch shows you how not to be an easy mark.
July 21, 2006 09:41
SSL-based VPNs are fast replacing difficult-to-configure IPsec and PPTP gateways. In Part 1 of a two part series, Phillip Howell shows you how to turn a spare Windows PC into a pretty slick SSL VPN server.
July 11, 2006 12:13
![OmniPeek Personal takes on Wireshark
[July 11, 2006] WildPackets is best known for corporately priced advanced network analysis tools. Could this be about to change thanks to their first commercially developed, yet free, expert network analyzer? We take a look at OmniPeek Personal to find out.](http://images.tomshardware.com/_teaser/60x60/omnipeek.gif)
WildPackets is best known for corporately priced advanced network analysis tools. Could this be about to change thanks to their first commercially developed, yet free, expert network analyzer? We take a look at OmniPeek Personal to find out.
May 4, 2006 06:45
![How You Are About To Become Responsible For Credit Card Fraud
[May 4, 2006] 3D Secure is the new protocol being developed by the main players in the credit card payments business to try to combat credit card fraud. The kicker, however, is that it shifts responsibility for the cost of fraud from the acquirers (merchants and their banks) to us - consumers and our banks. Pat McKenna shows you just what 3DS is all about.](http://images.tomshardware.com/_teaser/60x60/credit_card_fraud_60.jpg)
3D Secure is the new protocol being developed by the main players in the credit card payments business to try to combat credit card fraud. The kicker, however, is that it shifts responsibility for the cost of fraud from the acquirers (merchants and their banks) to us - consumers and our banks. Pat McKenna shows you just what 3DS is all about.
May 2, 2006 08:06
![Interop Las Vegas 2006 Pre-show Report
[May 2, 2006] Spring may mean the return of flowers, birds and bees to those in northern climes. But to Tim Higgins, it means an annual pilgrimage to Sin City to check out what's new in Networking. Come along for a round-up of early-bird announcements and news.](http://images.tomshardware.com/_teaser/60x60/interop_60x60.jpg)
Spring may mean the return of flowers, birds and bees to those in northern climes. But to Tim Higgins, it means an annual pilgrimage to Sin City to check out what's new in Networking. Come along for a round-up of early-bird announcements and news.
April 27, 2006 09:36
![Social Engineering: The Biggest Risk to Internet Security
[April 27, 2006] We rely on security walls to keep intruders out, while leaving gates so that we can get in and out ourselves. Most hacking involves trying to break down or otherwise sneak past these gates, but the easiest way to get in is to convince the gatekeeper to open the door. In networking security circles, this is known as Social Engineering, and it's something you need to understand.](http://images.tomshardware.com/_teaser/60x60/trustno1_60.jpg)
We rely on security walls to keep intruders out, while leaving gates so that we can get in and out ourselves. Most hacking involves trying to break down or otherwise sneak past these gates, but the easiest way to get in is to convince the gatekeeper to open the door. In networking security circles, this is known as Social Engineering, and it's something you need to understand.
April 7, 2006 08:14
![Factor Authentication in Online Banking
[April 7, 2006] When you set out to choose a bank, you might want to start paying as much attention to their online security systems as you do to their interest rates. Pat McKenna explores the current holes in online banking - and the future solutions.](http://images.tomshardware.com/_teaser/60x60/padlock.jpg)
When you set out to choose a bank, you might want to start paying as much attention to their online security systems as you do to their interest rates. Pat McKenna explores the current holes in online banking - and the future solutions.
March 28, 2006 05:38
![Ignorance is Bliss? An Introduction to Internet Security - Part 2
[March 28, 2006] What you don](http://images.tomshardware.com/_teaser/60x60/ignorance_60.gif)
What you don't know won't hurt you, but on the Internet, nothing could be further from the truth. In Part 2 of his Internet Security series, Pat McKenna shows how a secure SSL "padlock" on your browser and a strong password might not always deliver what they seem to promise.
March 21, 2006 09:01
![They're Out to Get You - An Introduction to Internet Security
[March 21, 2006] The Internet is a wonderful place, but also a dangerous one. In the first article of a new series, Pat McKenna will help you understand the risks you face, and how to protect yourself.](http://images.tomshardware.com/_teaser/60x60/security_60.jpg)
The Internet is a wonderful place, but also a dangerous one. In the first article of a new series, Pat McKenna will help you understand the risks you face, and how to protect yourself.
October 5, 2005 06:50
We've got a new look as TG Publishing debuts two new sites.
August 3, 2005 16:25
The first time attending any event can be a bit stressful. But what if that event is a world-reknowned hacker convention and you're just there to see what it's all about? Jonathan Ghazarian did just that and found the reality of DEFCON to be much different than he imagined.
July 26, 2005 06:40
Part 2 of Derek Boiko-Weyrauch's review finishes his look at PGP Universal with test results and conclusions.
July 22, 2005 08:37
Email encryption has been possible for almost 15 years, but the technology is still not commonly used. Pretty Good Privacy's PGP Universal pretty much eliminates the complexity of email encryption / decryption by making it transparent to the end user. Learn more about it in Part 1 of Derek Boiko-Weyrauch's review.
July 5, 2005 09:00
TomsNetworking's readers always seem to like new stuff from Linksys. So we've done some sleuthing and found a few new tidbits for your reading pleasure.
June 16, 2005 08:45
Phil Dunkelberger is on a mission to make PGP the best encryption software provider, bar none. David Strom sat down with the PGP Corp. President and CEO to discuss the company's successes and how they started afresh after being part of the larger Network Associates.
June 13, 2005 13:35
There are plenty of network cameras to choose from, so what makes a fixed position, wired camera worth a premium price? Humphrey Cheung takes a look.
May 16, 2005 08:30
Steven Joe has seen many changes during his long career with the consumer, SOHO and SMB networking company. David Strom recently sat down with Joe for a discussion that ranged from the company's early days to Joe's views on wireless, VoIP, VARs and his competition.
May 6, 2005 13:54
Interop 2005 Las Vegas has rolled up its miles of cables, and packed up its servers, switches and routers for another year. While the show still has a decidedly enterprise focus, we still found plenty to interest SMB buyers with more modest networking needs and budgets.
May 3, 2005 09:00
It's the merry month of May again and in the networking world that means it's time for the pilgrimage to the Las Vegas Convention Center for the Networld+Interop show. Except this year, the show has moved from the LVCC to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center and it's no longer N+I, but just plain "Interop". Whatevah...
February 9, 2005 21:25
USB device servers are a product concept that's a little hard to wrap your head around at first. But once you understand what they can do, you'll probably want to add them to your networking bag of tricks. Micah LaCombe put both Silex's SX-1000U USB device server and Keyspan's USB Server to the test, and one definitely came out on top.
January 20, 2005 14:46
It was the holiday shopping season, deals were plentiful and a good time to shop for a new notebook to ease a heavy travel load. Here's one guy's approach to making a choice while the holiday deal clock was ticking.
January 10, 2005 16:17
We went, we saw and now we're reporting. There was lots to see in the world of networking at last week's CES. Our final report will give you a sense of the things to come in the year ahead, which looks to be an interesting one!
