Frank J. Ohlhorst

hopTo Work Removes Barriers to BYOD With Virtual Workspace By Frank Ohlhorst Host Configuration Wizard Simplifies Installation hopTo Work consists of two elements, a server-side-installed piece of software, referred to as a host agent, and a client-side installation, which enables access from a remote device. The host agent runs on a Windows Server System (2008r2 […]

Deep Information Sciences has introduced the Deep Engine storage engine, which is designed to maximize the performance of MySQL and extend that open source database to large-scale data operations, such as real time analytics and big data management. While some analysts claim that MySQL is at a crossroads and is becoming long in the tooth, […]

WaveMaker Studio Delivers Integrated Tools to Build Mobile, Web Apps By Frank Ohlhorst Enterprise Developer Network Supports Project Collaboration The Enterprise Developer Network (EDN) is a single place where developers in an organization can collaborate on software projects. This is the place where the developer can view the projects across the organization, subscribe to projects […]

HTTPS has become the standard bearer for Web traffic, thanks to privacy concerns, highly publicized network breaches and increased public demand for heightened Web security. While HTTPS does a great job of encrypting what used to be open Web traffic, the technology does have some significant implications for those looking to keep networks secure and […]

WatchGuard Security Appliance Keeps Close Watch on Network Activity By Frank Ohlhorst M500 Dashboard Lets IT Staff Keep an Eye on Network Activity The M500 offers an intuitive browser-based dashboard that makes it easy to ascertain what is occurring throughout the network. A quick glance demonstrates top application activity, top destinations, top client activity and […]

Enterprise networks are experiencing a storm of connectivity, fueled by remote access, BYOD (bring-your-own-device) policies, virtual clients and the multitude of diverse endpoints demanding access to the network. That situation has created challenges for the harried IT manager who needs to know the who and what that is trying to connect to the network to […]

SolarWinds User Device Tracker Monitors BYOD, Mobile Links by Frank Ohlhorst Primary Dashboard Displays Critical Data The UDT offers an easy-on-the-eyes dashboard that shows critical information up front and allows simple click-through to details. Tracking Rogue Endpoints Rogue endpoints are displayed on an interactive list, which allows administrators to take immediate action. Pop-Up Messages Aid […]

As more business turn toward the cloud for applications and services, many are beginning to experience what is referred to as “shadow IT,” a set of services and applications that are beyond the knowledge and control of corporate IT. For some business units, the concept of shadow IT sounds like a viable solution to their […]

Skyhigh Ferrets Out ‘Shadow’ Cloud Service Use on Corporate Networks by Frank J. Ohlhorst Primary Dashboard Tracks Cloud Services in Use The dashboard provides a summary of the all the cloud services in use by the organization, the number of high-risk services, total number of users or IP addresses, and number of high-risk activities. Service […]

It is pretty hard to argue the benefits offered by remote control and user support packages. However, each has its own nuances and billing models that tend to obscure the return on investment equation. The majority of remote control and remote support offerings tend to be cloud- and subscription-based, making it difficult to calculate the […]

ScreenConnect Brings Web Meetings Back Inside the Firewall by Frank Ohlhorst Starting a Support Session Beginning a support session takes just a few mouse clicks from the host, allowing for almost instantaneous problem resolution. Guest Access Connection Options For support, the end user can connect in multiple ways; one of the simplest is by just […]

Businesses of all sizes have one undeniable thing in common: the need for their IP networks to function properly. However, as those networks grow in complexity, so does the need for proactive management and monitoring. To date, many IT administrators manage their IP infrastructures manually, using spreadsheets and user-dependent scans to identify and track IP […]