http://searchnetworking.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1189117428_384.html
Controlling network access: Beyond endpoint security
searchNetworking, September, 2007

Lisa Phifer's webcast discusses how NAC integrates with the larger network topology in an enterprise setting, and what complementary security measures should be considered in addition to NAC for an optimal solution.

http://searchnetworking.techtarget.com/originalContent/0,289142,sid7_gci945257,00.html
Wireless network troubleshooting: Connectivity
searchNetworking, September 13, 2007

If you have trouble connecting a wireless client (desktop, laptop, PDA, or phone), try Lisa's step-by-step debugging hints. One of searchNetworking's most popular tips has now been updated to include screenshots to assist your troubleshooting efforts.

On-Demand Webcasts

http://searchnetworking.bitpipe.com/data/document.do?res_id=1189110700_479
Webcast: Baking security into the network infrastructure
searchNetworking, September, 2007

In this webcast, Dave Piscitello helps you evaluate how much and which security functions can be handled by the network and how you can simplify your security architecture to take advantage of that without increasing your risk factor.

http://whitepapers.techrepublic.com.com/webcast.aspx?docid=307252
Webcast: Maximize VPN Investment with GoToMyPC Corporate
TechRepublic, August, 2007

Need to overcome legacy VPN barriers in order to provide secure remote access for a growing mobile user base? Check out this recorded TechRepublic Webcast on GoToMyPC Corporate, presented by Citrix OnLine, with guest speaker Lisa Phifer.

Wi-Fi Planet News

Lisa Phifer has been pitching in to cover what's new at Wi-Fi Planet. Read her recent Wi-Fi news articles here:

http://www.wi-fiplanet.com/news/article.php/3701791
Cisco Prepares to Go Deep with Cognio
Wi-Fi Planet, September 26, 2007

Cisco's latest buy uses RF analysis to augment WLAN troubleshooting.

http://www.wi-fiplanet.com/news/article.php/3701521
Double Duty: Quality Voice without Data Starvation
Wi-Fi Planet, September 25, 2007

Report benchmarks Meru quality & airtime fairness for converged traffic.

http://www.wi-fiplanet.com/news/article.php/3701251
Safety Net: Aruba Promotes Video Surveillance over Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Planet, September 24, 2007

Ohio State uses Aruba and Milestone in campus-wide surveillance net.

http://www.wi-fiplanet.com/news/article.php/3699981
AirTight Takes Another Whack at WEP
Wi-Fi Planet, September 17, 2007

SpectraGuard aims to fingerprint and block active WEP crackers.

http://www.wi-fiplanet.com/news/article.php/3699496
A Better Plan: AirMagnet Announces Survey/Planner 5.0
Wi-Fi Planet, September 13, 2007

WLAN design tools automate and simplify accurate predictive modeling.

http://www.wi-fiplanet.com/news/article.php/3698161
Cisco Dives into the Draft 802.11n Pool
Wi-Fi Planet, September 6, 2007

Ruggedized enterprise-class AP is the first .11n Cisco product.

http://www.wi-fiplanet.com/news/article.php/3697436
WLAN Security Service Aims to Boost PCI Compliance
Wi-Fi Planet, August 31, 2007

Trapeze-AirDefense-based managed service intended to help retailers.

http://www.wi-fiplanet.com/news/article.php/3696931
Motorola Takes On Aruba
Wi-Fi Planet, August 29, 2007

Motorola defends key WLAN patents held by Symbol and Wireless Valley.

Security Skeptic

http://www.securityskeptic.com/arc20070801.htm#BlogID641
How to change the network time poll interval on Windows PCs
Security Skeptic, August 17, 2007

Dave Piscitello explains how to change the poll interval used by Windows XP and Vista PCs to synchronize time with public NTP servers.

http://www.securityskeptic.com/arc20070801.htm#BlogID638
Are Domain Names the fruit of the sea?
Security Skeptic, August 11, 2007

Along the route to an ICANN meeting, you might overhear any of several conversations that would lead you to conclude that domain names are the fruit of the sea we call the Internet.

http://www.securityskeptic.com/arc20070701.htm#BlogID634
Zero tolerance for 0-day
Security Skeptic, July 26, 2007

Are you tired of the term 0-day? Do you know what "zero" means? Are you certain folks around you mean the same when they say it? Flame on...

http://www.securityskeptic.com/arc20070701.htm#BlogID630
Simple guidelines for rolling out HIPS
Security Skeptic, July 13, 2007

This firewall-wizards post, reprinted with Paul Melson's permission, offers sound advice for anyone attempting to implement HIPS on a server.

Broadband Home Networking Tips

http://www.digitallanding.com
Digital Landing
August 2007

Produced by Acceller and edited by David Strom, this new site provides a place where people can go to order new broadband service and find practical, down-to-earth text and video tips about how to use these digital services in their homes. Check out these tips by Lisa Phifer...

http://ww3.digitallanding.com/digital-lifestyle/article_display.cfm/article_id/4428
Choosing Wired Or Wireless For Your Home Network
Digital Landing, August 2007

What kind of home network is best for your household? In this article, Lisa compares the advantages and drawbacks of Ethernet and Wi-Fi.

http://ww3.digitallanding.com/digital-lifestyle/article_display.cfm/article_id/4403
How to select the best place in your home for your wireless gateway
Digital Landing, August 2007

Poorly placed gateways cause spotty, slow connections. To make the most of your airwaves, follow Lisa's guidelines to position your home gateway.

http://ww3.digitallanding.com/high-speed-internet/article_display.cfm/article_id/4446
What is the difference between a DSL modem and a router?
Digital Landing, August 2007

While a modem will get you onto the information Superhighway, sharing that Internet connection will require the help of a router.

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