Short takes on this week's networks news
Body to facilitate sharing of wireless
spectrum
As demand for wireless bandwidth grows, a non-profit body was
launched last week to facilitate sharing the wireless spectrum. The
Bandsharing Forum comprises public and private organisations and
will work with government, regulators and the public sector.
Real-time monitoring for 10 Gigabit
networks
Network Instruments has integrated real-time monitoring and
analysis for 10 Gigabit Ethernet into its Observer products.
Network administrators can use the software to monitor and manage
their 10 Gigabit networks using 30 real-time statistics and set
alarms to notify them about problems.
ScriptLogic boosts USB data theft defences
ScriptLogic has added USB and port security to its Desktop
Authority Windows network administration software. Version 7.5 can
lock down a desktop or notebook computer and prevents data theft
using removable storage devices.
Packeteer Wan booster extended to branch
office
Packeteer has introduced an entry-level Packetshaper Wan
optimisations tool for branch office and network edge deployments.
Packetshaper 1400 models combine a high-capacity appliance with
built-in scalability, said Packeteer.
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