November 27, 2007 – 12:37 am by Shane
Many people should be glad to know that an open source, all in one security appliance exists named Untangle. Although this is not news, it is to me. And frankly, I would probably not have implemented a Watchguard if I had known otherwise. Untangle also offers a “professional” support package if you are not confident with open source solutions or just prefer to have someone backing you up.
Untangle seems to have tons of neat features, but keep in mind that these AIO security appliances WILL slow your connection unless you have some beefy equipment running the system.
Untangle has all of the features of most enterprise all in one security appliances including:
Now, to the fun part. Version is 5.0.3 at this time of writing.
IOGEAR has released a hardware-based virtual desktop solution that lets users access their computers from any Internet connection without the need for managing and configuring software.
The PCPortal also allows users and IT pros to connect to a cluster of machines by interfacing the device with a KVM switch.
“In the event a computer is not functioning properly, users need to be able to access the machine to alleviate the situation, even when on-site assistance is not possible,” said Miranda Su, executive vice president of IOGEAR. “PCPortal’s ability to communicate with distant computers over an Internet connection makes it feasible for individuals to work on their PCs from anywhere, at anytime.”
The PCPortal device features a USB 2.0 Virtual Media Port, IOGEAR said, allowing Windows XP users to attach a USB Flash Drive and use it as if it were plugged into a local USB port. They can then transfer files and stream media between local and remote computers.
Features:
The device is now available for $499.95.
John Guilfoil is the editor-in-chief of Blast Magazine
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