Andrew Garcia

eWEEK Labs tests of four SSL-based VPNs showed the technology is a sensible alternative to IPSec for securing remote access to enterprise resources and data. With Secure Sockets Layer-based VPNs, remote workers can easily and securely access critical enterprise applications, often using only a Java- or Active X-enabled Web browser. IP Security VPNs, in contrast, […]

Designed for small and midsize businesses, AEP Systems SureWare A-Gate AG-600 was simple to set up and integrate into the network, and it comes at a very attractive price. However, the paucity of applications available without a full VPN client and some unseemly security holes make it tough for us to recommend the product. Click […]

Underneath its bulky, decidedly retro chassis, Fortinets $895 FortiWiFi-60 packs excellent security gateway features for small businesses and remote offices. The FortiWiFi-60s wireless components seem like an afterthought, although the device does provide some very welcome network-based anti-virus scans on WLAN traffic to the rest of the network. The FortiWiFi-60 features dual WAN ports for […]

With Symantec Client Security 2.0, Symantec Corp. extends its desktop-based defenses against blended attacks by offering stalwart anti-virus protection, much-improved firewall and intrusion detection capabilities, and even a handy new ad-blocking engine. Click here to read the full review of SCS 2.0. 2 With Symantec Client Security 2.0, Symantec Corp. extends its desktop-based defenses against […]

01 Communiques Im InTouch 3.5 provides easy remote access to firewall-protected PCs via secured Web communications, giving access to data and applications without the hassles of setting up a VPN or reconfiguring the firewall. A subscription to Im InTouch is priced at $99.95 per host computer per year. The subscription price includes product updates, technical […]

Mobile Manager 5.7 builds on Wavelink Corp.s extensive experience managing multivendor WLAN environments, offering improved reporting capabilities and increased hardware support. Click here to read the full review of Mobile Manager 5.7. 2 Mobile Manager 5.7 builds on Wavelink Corp.s extensive experience managing multivendor WLAN environments, offering improved reporting capabilities and increased hardware support. Companies […]

WINNER Airespace Inc.s Airespace Wireless Enterprise Platform 2.0 Airespace Inc.s Airespace Wireless Enterprise Platform 2.0 rose to the top of the Networking Infrastructure category by providing the wireless network provisioning, security and end-to-end management tools enterprise customers require—enabling enterprises to consider adopting wireless en masse for data and voice networking needs. Airespace distinguishes its products […]

eWEEK Labs tested TippingPoint Technolgies Inc.s UnityOne appliance on a live Internet testbed. In this manner, we exposed our network to the steady stream of Slammer and Blaster attacks that continue to float around the Internet, in addition to focused attacks conducted by a third party. Our test network comprised a mix of Windows and […]

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.s InterSpect 610 provides an Internal Security Gateway—an intrusion protection system designed to protect networks from exploits entering the network via laptops and mobile devices. However, although the appliance admirably protects the network core from attacks, its overall efficacy depends heavily on the users network architecture. In eWEEK Labs tests, the […]

With BigFix Enterprise Suite 4.0, BigFix Inc. builds on its extensive patch management experience to present a well-designed, all-encompassing vulnerability identification and remediation platform. Administrators who require a multiplatform patching solution that can also track and maintain anti-virus software and security-related registry settings will find BES 4.0 well worth a look. At the heart of […]

The EdgeForce Accel, ServGate Technologies Inc.s first Gigabit Ethernet firewall, provides content-aware firewall capabilities, robust performance and adequate management tools. However, the product is a little rough around the edges. The EdgeForce Accel started shipping in January; the companys SGOS (ServGate Operating System) 3.2 software became available last month. eWEEK Labs tested the EdgeForce Accel […]

Zone Labs integrity clientless solution is an ActiveX component that performs a quick scan of remote Web clients for nefarious Trojan horses, adware or keystroke loggers. Administrators worried about the integrity of remote computers accessing their precious Web applications will find comfort using this application—once it matures a bit. I installed Integrity Clientless Solution, which […]