» 802.11n SoC integrates AP, router with Ethernet switch, PHY
June 10, 2008 -- Taiwan's Ralink Technology Corp. has released an 802.11n single chip access point/router SoC [System On Chip] design that includes an integrated five-port 10/100 Ethernet Switch and PHY.

» Furukawa debuts wide area plasma fiber splicer
February 22, 2008 -- At OFC 2008, Furukawa America will introduce its S184 Wide Area Plasma FITEL splicer, which incorporates proprietary three-phase plasma technology developed jointly with 3SAE Technologies.

» High-End IP Phones: More than Desk Candy?
For companies where only the best will do, there's one motivator for high-end IP phones that trumps all ROI arguments: These babies just look better and are easier to use than their monochrome, two-lined-screen brethren. But what about for the rest of us? Is it a smart move to take a simple, always-on device and make it susceptible to bugs and memory and CPU utilization issues?

» Rolling Review: Host-Based NAC
Malware spreads fast, and the best risk management strategy is to not get bitten in the first place. Time to kick off our host-based NAC Rolling Review

» Prysmian releases new bend-insensitive fiber
May 14, 2008 -- Following the launch last year of CasaLight, an ITU G657 compliant bend insensitive fibre, Prysmian has introduced CasaLight Plus, an enhanced performance design that further reduces the minimum working bend radius to exceed the recommendations of G657.B.

» Cha-Cha-Cha-Changes with Tripwire Enterprise 7
Auditing software can help IT get a handle on unwanted modifications to server and network infrastructure.

» Lancope StealthWatch System 5.6
StealthWatch provides deep visibility into network traffic and can identify anomalies that may indicate malicious activity, such as worm outbreaks, or performance problems, such as traffic bottlenecks.

» Heavy-duty cable pulling system targets OSP
March 14, 2008 -- Adding to its line of rodder systems, ARNCO has introduced its Pipe Eel, a heavy-duty cable puller aimed at outside plant applications.