Networking World: September 2005

Friday, September 30, 2005

Abandoned PC Risk / Gadget Friday

TECHWEB TODAY: NETWORKING
Friday, September 30, 2005

IN THIS ISSUE
1. Today's Top Story: Gadget Friday: App-Hosting USB Drives, And More
2. Networking News Of The Week

Breaking News
3. Unattended PCs Security Risk Underestimated
4. Some Voluntary Collection Of Internet Sales Taxes Begins
5. BlackBerry Maker Wins Round In Ongoing NTP Battle
6. RIAA Sues Another 750 For File Sharing

Today's Most Popular Stories
7. Second P2P Tosses In File-Sharing Towel
8. Microsoft Pushes Kid's Programming Language
9. Skype Updates Windows VoIP Offering
10. Big Blue Offers Solutions for Graying Workforce
11. IBM Offers 4-Gig SAN Solution

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1. TODAY'S TOP STORY: Gadget Friday: App-Hosting USB Drives, And More
Memorex's TravelDrive and Iomega's Mini let you run applications
directly off the USB drive and work with your own data.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkSJ0Er

2. NETWORKING NEWS OF THE WEEK
Cisco Spending $12.5M To Buy Nemo
Cisco Systems ay said it plans to acquire Nemo Systems in a deal that
will add network memory technology to its portfolio and enhance its
core switching platforms and service modules.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkSK0Es

Big Hurdles Remain For VoIP Deployments: Industry Panel
VoIP may be the next big thing, but it faces security, regulatory,
and business challenges, a panel of industry evangelists warn at
NGN2005.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkSL0Et

Verizon Deploys More Fiber, Embraces IP
Verizon is moving toward an all-IP fiber network so it can deploy
more high-bandwidth offerings like the TV service it introduced last
week.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkSM0Eu

Cisco Leads LAN Switch Market, But Users Are Grumbling: Survey
Cisco remains the leader in the LAN switch market, but users are
unhappy with the gear manufacturer's prices, and give the vendor
lower ratings this year than last year, according to a new survey.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkSN0Ev

3Com Rolls Out WLAN Wares For Branch Offices
3Com this week is expanding its wireless portfolio with a new
wireless LAN switch and access point aimed at branch offices.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkSO0Ew

Mobile Users Are Lax On Security: Survey
A survey of attendees at a cellular telecommunications association
conference suggests that even savvy mobile telecommunications users
have been slow to use security technologies on their mobile devices.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkSP0Ex

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BREAKING NEWS
3. Unattended PCs Security Risk Underestimated
Lonesome PCs pose a security risk that enterprises underestimate, a
research firm said this week.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkSQ0Ey

4. Some Voluntary Collection Of Internet Sales Taxes Begins
An important milestone in the effort to tax Internet retail sales
will be reached Saturday.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkSR0Ez

5. BlackBerry Maker Wins Round In Ongoing NTP Battle
The U.S. Patent And Trademark Office has rejected all of NTP Inc.'s
claims against Research In Motion Ltd., but it's not over yet.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkSS0E1

6. RIAA Sues Another 750 For File Sharing
The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) files another
757 lawsuits against people accused of illegally copying digital
music.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkST0E2

TODAY'S MOST POPULAR STORIES
7. Second P2P Tosses In File-Sharing Towel
The president of the company that distributes the eDonkey P2P
software said that under legal pressure from the Recording Industry
Association of America he was giving up.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkEy0EQ

8. Microsoft Pushes Kid's Programming Language
Microsoft has signed on to promote a new programming language
intended to replace BASIC as the first step students take towards
learning how to code.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0Djr20Ex

9. Skype Updates Windows VoIP Offering
Skype Technologies released its Skype Windows version 1.4, as the
VoIP provider moved to add features in the wake of the recent deal
under which it will be acquired by eBay.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkE10EE

10. Big Blue Offers Solutions for Graying Workforce
IBM has announced new consulting services for organizations facing
the loss of baby-boomers as they near retirement age.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkEt0EL

11. IBM Offers 4-Gig SAN Solution
IBM has announced the availability of the new IBM Blade Center 4Gb,
the industry's first fully enabled 4-gigabit-per-second Storage Area
Network solution for blade servers.
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eqxj0Hi7YQ0G4V0DkE20EF

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John Gallant Spotlights Top Network News and Issues in VORTEX Digest for Sept. 30, 2005

VORTEX Digest
John Gallant Spotlights Top Network News and Issues
Comments to: mailto:jgallant@vortex.net
Sept. 30, 2005
Volume 7, Number 2
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In This Issue:
* Intel developing technologies for emerging markets
* What is Cisco's game plan with AON?
* Do you know about "India's Google"?
* The view from Cisco, live at VORTEX 2005
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"Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in
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Dear Vorticians,

I picked up that gem of a quote yesterday from Intel Senior
Fellow Justin Rattner, who spoke at MIT Technology Review's
Emerging Technology Conference in the People's Republic of
Cambridge, Mass. Rattner was outlining Intel's efforts to develop
technologies tailored to the needs of consumers in emerging
markets like China and India, including a specially hardened PC
that can be used by entire villages to access the world.
According to Rattner's stats, nearly 80% of the U.S. personal
computer market has been penetrated, compared to less than 5% in
emerging markets.

Rattner was joined on stage by Cisco Chief Development Officer
Charlie Giancarlo, who joined me for lunch after the
presentation. During his on-stage discussion, Giancarlo talked
about how the speed of data center interconnects is coming to
match the speed of computer backplanes, which enables customers
to deconstruct the server as we know it - separating processors
and memory, for example, from the disks - and creating greater
opportunities for virtualization of computing. In essence,
advances in networking are redefining the "computer" as we know
it today and, as a result, changing the role and shape of the
operating system of the future. All of this could go a long way
toward resolving the scaling problems customers face, Giancarlo
claims.

Over lunch, I dived deeply into Cisco's Application Oriented
Networks (AON) strategy, which was rolled out in June. AON has
been met with a mix of confusion, skepticism and intrigue. It
sounds great to talk about how the network will provide better
support for applications - including Web services-based apps -
but what exactly is Cisco planning to do and what will customers
be required to buy and manage?

Some folks positioned AON as simply Cisco's introduction of an
XML switch, but Giancarlo says that's a mischaracterization.
Cisco is beta-testing what he calls a multiprotocol message
router (an MMR, and I'll get to that in a second), but that's
only one step on a longer road toward ensuring that not only do
applications perform better but that the network provides some
intelligence that improves business processes.

For example, he says, the router could look inside a message and
determine that some action needs to be taken - say, a P.O. needs
to be approved by a senior manager - before the information is
forwarded. In addition to the new router, Cisco is providing
lower-level functionality such as compression and app
acceleration that also improve performance.

So what's an MMR?

Well, it's helpful to use an analogy to understand it. A
traditional router moved and translated packets sent among
diverse networks - an IP network, a Novell or Apple LAN or an IBM
SNA environment. Similarly, the MMR will move and translate
messages among diverse message-oriented apps platforms. The
messages could be in an XML format or in the format used by
TIBCO, IBM's MQ Series, EDI messages or proprietary message
formats, among others. The router connects these systems and
rapidly shuttles information back and forth, improving apps
performance. (Message switching has also garnered the attention
of Intel, which recently acquired XML switching company Sarvega.
That move will likely help Intel improve the performance of its
server systems.)

More important perhaps, the router (with its graphical interface)
becomes a single point of change that frees an enterprise from
modifying each of the applications that support its intra-company
or inter-company processes every time business needs change. As
mentioned above, it would also enable enterprises to embed
business logic in the network that could ensure that business
processes are handled in particular ways.

Two questions about this:

1. Do we need or want the network to do this?
2. How will this differ from what Juniper will ultimately deliver
to customers? Juniper has made application acceleration the
centerpiece of its attack on the enterprise and it's clear that
it will be a major front in the war with Cisco. What will Juniper
do differently?

We'll explore both in upcoming issues.

Also, for fun, take a look at this piece in the VORTEX Blog on
"India's Google."
http://www.networkworld.com/weblogs/vortex/2005/010065.html#01006

As always, you can reach me at mailto:jgallant@vortex.net.

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Susan L. Bostrom SVP, Internet Business Solutions Group and
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NetFlash: Verizon CTO lays out next-gen network plans

NetFlash: Verizon CTO lays out next-gen network plans
09/30/05

In this issue:

* Verizon CTO lays out next-gen network plans
* Users look to buy more LAN switches in 2006, with an eye on
price/performance
* McAfee socks away $50 million in hopes of SEC settlement
* Execs describe Sarbanes-Oxley compliance lessons
* Today on Layer 8
* Links related to NetFlash
* Featured reader resource
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NETFLASH: BREAKING NEWS FROM NETWORKWORLD.COM

By Sheryl Hodge

Verizon is planning several network upgrades that will support
new services such as optical VPNs and high-speed home
networking, as well as to reduce data replication among multiple
services.
Verizon CTO lays out next-gen network plans
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash7906>

Users look to buy more LAN switches in 2006, with an eye on
price/performance

For LAN switch buyers, standards-compliance and
price/performance are key aspects for IT professionals when
choosing a vendor, according to a recent survey.
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash7907>

McAfee socks away $50 million in hopes of SEC settlement

McAfee has reached a proposed settlement with federal regulators
that the company hopes will end a three-year investigation into
its accounting practices. The software vendor announced Thursday
that it has set aside $50 million to pay an anticipated penalty.

<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash7908>

Execs describe Sarbanes-Oxley compliance lessons

Executives who oversaw the first round of compliance with the
Sarbanes-Oxley Act for their companies say they would have done
things a bit differently in hindsight, including educating more
workers about steps they needed to take, assigning dedicated
staffers to assess and monitor critical controls, and automating
a greater portion of repairs to IT controls deemed deficient.
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash7909>

Today on Layer 8, sanitized for your protection:

Firefox losing momentum?; Yahoo accused of stealing trade
secrets, engineers; some cities cry foul over iPod subway maps;
and eight charged over Star Wars leak; all this today and more
at your home for not-just-networking news.
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The top 5: Today's most-read stories

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2. IPTV will trip up Bells, analysts say
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3. McAfee, Omniquad top anti-spyware test
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash6921>
4. Skype: Hazardous to network health?
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash7779>
5. The rise of the IT architect
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlnetflash7042>

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Thursday, September 29, 2005

Wireless Strategies: Linux drivers for wireless network cards?

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September 30, 2005

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In today's update

›› Feature: Linux drivers for wireless network cards?

›› In the news:

- Mobile phone security standards coming next year

- RIM agrees to use Intel's Hermon mobile chip

›› Go figure: RFID tags shrinking rapidly

›› ITwhirled: Psst: Want to know my net worth?

›› From the network:

- Building an Enterprise Communications Strategy Beyond Voice Mail

›› FEATURE

Linux drivers for wireless network cards?

Getting your Linux machine connected to a WLAN can still be tricky, especially if you're using a USB adapter. Read on for some tips for taking the penguin wireless.

›› IN THE NEWS

	Mobile phone security standards coming next year
	Vendors push for enterprise mobility
	RIM agrees to use Intel's Hermon mobile chip
	Mobile search helps users find nearby fun

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U3 and Realm Systems unchain mobile workers from their laptops

NETWORK WORLD NEWSLETTER: KEITH SHAW ON WIRELESS COMPUTING
DEVICES
09/29/05
Today's focus: U3 and Realm Systems unchain mobile workers from
their laptops

Dear networking.world@gmail.com,

In this issue:

* DemoFall presenters aim to make life easier for mobile workers
* Links related to Wireless Computing Devices
* Featured reader resource
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Today's focus: U3 and Realm Systems unchain mobile workers from
their laptops

By Keith Shaw

Continuing the coverage of DemoFall 2005, I ran across two
companies taking different approaches to a similar problem -
mobile workers who need access to corporate applications but who
don't want the hassle of bringing a VPN-enabled laptop along
with them while they travel.

I was already aware of the first company U3, as I'd written
about its U3 platform for USB SmartDrives in a previous
newsletter <http://www.networkworld.com/nlmobile7487>. To
refresh the memory, a USB SmartDrive with the U3 platform on it
will let users carry a personal workspace with them wherever
they go. Not only will data and files be allowed, but also a
user's software applications and settings will be stored on the
drive with them. In addition to bringing this stuff with them,
users will also feel secure in that any PC they end up using
will not leave any trace of information on the device after they
are finished.

At least four USB flash drive manufacturers debuted products
with U3 - I got samples from Verbatim (an impressive 1G-byte
capacity SmartDrive), SANdisk, Kingston Technologies and
Memorex. Once I get the drives to recognize applications and
data stored on my work laptop (I was traveling with a
non-production notebook for the DemoFall show), I'll give an
update on the different devices.

The second company taking a different approach to the same
problem is Realm Systems, which at the show launched its Mobile
Personal Server (1400E) device, a server that can fit in your
pocket. The secure and platform-independent device can plug into
the USB port of any computer (regardless of operating system)
and lets the user safely and securely access any corporate
applications and services.

An impressive part of the Realm Systems demo was the fact that
the MPS can remember the state of the application if a user
switches computer systems in midstream. For example, a user can
begin a word processing document, unplug the device and then
plug it into a separate computer and continue to work from the
exact same spot (this has to be seen to be believed). The MPS
device includes a biometric fingerprint scanner for
authenticating users to the applications and has other security
features that should please IT managers trying to support a
mobile work force. More details are available at the Realm
Systems Web site <http://www.realmsys.com/>.

Our coverage of DemoFall companies in the mobility space will
continue next week - it turns out that day 2 of the show
includes many other mobile phone-related products and
applications. If you can't wait, remember you can always just
access the Network World DemoFall blogs
<http://www.networkworld.com/community/?q=taxonomy/term/213> and
see what we wrote about last week.

The top 5: Today's most-read stories

1. How to solve Windows system crashes in minutes
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlmobile7747>
2. IPTV will trip up Bells, analysts say
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlmobile7876>
3. McAfee, Omniquad top anti-spyware test
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlmobile6979>
4. Skype: Hazardous to network health?
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlmobile7877>
5. The rise of the IT architect
<http://www.networkworld.com/nlmobile7186>

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To contact: Keith Shaw

Keith Shaw is Senior Editor, Product Testing, at Network World.
In addition, he writes the " Cool Tools
<http://www.networkworld.com/columnists/cooltools.html> "
column, which looks at gizmos, gadgets and other mobile
computing devices.

You can reach Keith at <mailto:kshaw@nww.com>.
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This newsletter is sponsored by Nokia
Empower Your Mobile Enterprise

Nokia believes that business mobility will fundamentally change
the way work gets done-and for the better. To allow the entire
organization to get the most from this paradigm shift in
productivity, Nokia Enterprise Solutions focuses on delivering
increased efficiency through enhanced mobility. Learn more by
downloading this white paper today!
http://www.fattail.com/redir/redirect.asp?CID=116018
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ARCHIVE LINKS

Archive of the Wireless Computing Devices newsletter:
http://www.networkworld.com/newsletters/mobile/index.html

Keith Shaw's Cool Tools:
http://www.networkworld.com/columnists/cooltools.html
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