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IT Weekly Roundup, March 26
From the business wires this week: remote access applications, a registry tool, and literature on SSL VPN and TCP/IP protocols.
Integrated with version 5.0 of the Java-based access infrastructure solution
Konekt, from
desktopsites Inc.,
Konekt Launcher is a session-based, server-driven
computing toolbar that integrates into an end user’s desktop. It provides
access to remote enterprise applications, data and hosted services but with
a small footprint on desktop space and system resources.
http://www.desktopsites.com
RemotePC is giving its users 5GB of online storage
for free at IBackup. Both
RemotePC and the online storage use 128-bit SSL encryption. http://www.ibackup.com/remote_access_pc/
Surf, chat and e-mail securely with Tunneler 2.1
from Metropipe. The graphical interface software creates
an encrypted channel, or “tunnel,” between the end user’s
computer and Metropipe’s worldwide proxy servers to provide a safe, anonymous
access point to the Internet. Also available is Privacy Toolbar,
a free plug-in for Mozilla Firefox, features privacy and security tools that
enable users to disable cookies, Javascript, caching, images and referrers.
Tunneler 2.1 supports Windows, OSX and Linux operating systems. http://www.metropipe.net
Another remote access tool comes from Anfibia Software.
Desktop Orbiter 4.0 enables users to protect and administer
multiple remote computers, and provides reporting and exporting tools, detailed
usage logs and new security functionalities, including 256-bit AES encrypted
communication. Desktop Orbiter is available for Windows 2000/2003/XP. http://www.anfibia-soft.com
Digital Dynamics Software, Inc. released two practical
applications designed to work with Cisco IP telephony systems. Wake-up/Reminder
Call enables users to set up a wake-up or reminder call to be made to
an IP telephone or any external line, such as a mobile phone. The Find-Me
application routes incoming calls to alternate phone numbers if the Find-Me
user isn’t available at the primary number. http://www.digdyn.com
Trakion announced the debut of its low-cost, worldwide
computer tracking service and associated Trakion Tracking
Software 1.0 for Windows, Mac and Linux operating systems for locating
lost or stolen computers. Monthly fee for the service is $3. http://www.trackion.com
Protect your Windows registry from Trojan and virus attacks with Advanced
Registry Tracer 2.0 from ElcomSoft Co. Ltd.
The registry tool allows users to track and undo every change to the registry,
including that of remote computers. New features include the ability to define
scanning and comparison filters, and compare keys in command-line mode. Advanced
Registry Tracer 2.0 supports Windows 95/98/Me/NT4/2000/XP and costs $40 for
a single-user license. http://www.elcomsoft.com/art.html
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| Understanding
SSL VPN makes a great bedtime story for network admins. |
Understanding SSL VPN, by networking security experts
Joseph Steinberg and Tim Speed, is a primer on the remote access technology
of SSL VPN and its pros and cons. Published by Packt;
cover price: $49.99. http://www.packtpub.com/book/ssl_vpn
Those studying for their Cisco certifications, MCSE, Network+ or Security+
may want to check out the TCP/IP Quick Guide from
Javvin Technologies. The handy reference map covers
TCP/IP protocols and Layer 1 and 2 LAN, WAN and MAN protocols. TCP/IP
Quick Guide costs $14.95 (plus shipping and handling) and an electronic
version costs $11.95. http://www.javvin.com/tcpipguide.html