A terrific inventory/inspection tool

[Network and Systems Mgmt. Tip]

Title: Network and Systems Management

January 19, 2005 Published by  TechTarget Network and Systems Management Issue Sponsored By:   > SearchEnterpriseVoice.com IN THIS ISSUE:   >  MvPCinfo for Windows: A terrific inventory/inspection tool   >  Password managers   >  The Lippis Report Volume 44: Secure domains and VLANs   >  Networking Products of the Year 2004   >  AlterPoint offers device management 'spell-checking'   >  Chapter download: 802.11 Wireless Network Site Survey and Installation MvPCinfo for Windows: A terrific inventory/inspection tool [Ed Tittel] It doesn't matter how big or small a network might be, those responsible for its upkeep and for maintaining license compliance must know what's in those machines, hardware-wise, and on those machines, software-wise. To that end, here is a look at a powerful and inexpensive inventory and inspection tool called MvPCinfo. See more Network and Systems Management Tips... Password managers [Barrie Sosinsky] Given the number of accounts we are all managing, it's nearly impossible to keep track of which user name goes with which password for logon and application access. Add in all of the Web sites we are required to access for information or purchases, the number of logons you need to remember has multiplied exponentially. The problem has given rise to a class of applications or utilities called password managers. The Lippis Report Volume 44: Secure domains and VLANs Segmenting networks into security domains will become increasingly important as networks move toward a trusted model. Volume 44 of The Lippis Report discusses secure domains and virtual LANs.   SearchEnterpriseVoice.com -- Become a member today What are the costs involved with VoIP? Can I be assured of QoS? Will my network reliably handle voice traffic? The answers are now here at SearchEnterpriseVoice.com, the Web's best information resource for next-generation voice communications. Become a member today for free and receive exclusive access to the presentation, "Fitting Voice into your Network," from Zeus Kerravala of the Yankee Group. Click here.   Networking Products of the Year 2004 Last year's recovery of the networking industry meant many new vendor offerings, especially in network management, WLANs, and convergence tools. If you were too busy updating your network and tackling new projects to pay attention to product announcements, we're here to help with our Products of the Year feature. You'll find 18 products that solve networking problems big and small or introduce whole new capabilities to your infrastructure. AlterPoint offers device management 'spell-checking' AlterPoint's updated device management suite helps network admins avoid easy-to-make manual errors. Experts say it's a feature that helps the vendor stand out from the crowd. MORE INFO: > Learn tips and tricks for network configuration management > Read our exclusive: Device management draws a crowd Chapter download: 802.11 Wireless Network Site Survey and Installation Chapter 8 of 802.11 Wireless Network Site Survey and Installation by Bruce Alexander addresses site-specific issues relevant to WLAN survey and installation tasks. It examines topics such as site layouts, facility contents, building and constructions variations, different environmental conditions at the site, and other site-specific requirements. This chapter also discusses the need for accurate floor plans, building and construction specifics, an inventory of building contents, and an awareness of customer issues related to specific installation limitations. (Reproduced from the book 802.11 Wireless Network Site Survey and Installation, ISBN 1587051648, Copyright 2005, Cisco Systems, Inc. Reproduced by permission of Pearson Education, Inc., 800 East 96th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240. Written permission from Pearson Education, Inc. is required for all other uses.) Contact Us Sales For sales inquiries, please contact us at: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Editorial For feedback about any of our articles or to send us your article ideas, please contact us at: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ABOUT THIS E-NEWSLETTER This e-newsletter is published by TechTarget, the most targeted IT media and events company. Copyright 2005 TechTarget. All rights reserved. To unsubscribe from "Network and Systems Management Tip": Go to unsubscribe: http://searchTechTarget.techtarget.com/u?cid=501721&lid=522392&track=NL-314 Please note, unsubscribe requests may take up to 24 hours to process; you may receive additional mailings during that time. A confirmation e-mail will be sent when your request has been successfully processed. Contact Us: TechTarget Member Services 117 Kendrick Street, Suite 800 Needham, MA 02494