Ask the Experts

Ask the Experts

• Wireless in a disaster

  One of my customers is a catastrophe adjuster. Last year, during Hurricane Katrina, she had difficulty distributing funds to her clients because she had limited wireless access. I want to do everything possible to help her be prepared in the future....  Continue Reading

• VPN/Vista compatibility

  SearchNetworkingChannel.com expert Jon Snader comments on how well Vista gets along with VPNs.  Continue Reading

• Getting started with Windows Vista

  There are a few important first steps VARs need to take before being able to support their clients change to WIndows Vista. Make sure you're prepared when the time comes.  Continue Reading

• Microsoft Vista training

  Learn more about Microsoft's Vista training by checking out the schedule of events.  Continue Reading

• Windows Vista security may still not live up to Linux

  Windows Vista has new security features that will help improve functionality. But how does it compare to Linux? Our expert discusses the differences.  Continue Reading

• Choosing a Linux distro

  Linux offers its users many different choices when installing the software. Choosing the right package for your client isn't something VARs should stumble into blindly.  Continue Reading

• How do I partiton a hard drive to run Windows and Linux?

  Partitioning a hard drive for Linux that already runs Windows can be tricky. Fortunately, there are some good applications available that can help ease the pain.  Continue Reading

• Linux simplified with Portland Version 1.0

  Portland Version 1.0 is designed to help the adoption of Linux to the desktop. By easing the desktop offerings of your clients, VARs are able to make Linux a more attractive option for use.  Continue Reading

• Becoming a storage partner

  Entering into a partner program with a vendor will raise a VARs visibility and credibility. Make sure you have skills and infrastructure necessary to take advantage of the opportunity when it comes along.  Continue Reading

• Data at rest security

  Keeping data safe has to be a top priority for storage VARs. Data at rest is just as important to keep safe as data in flight. Randy Kerns offers some advice to help keep it secure.  Continue Reading

• Searching ISP addresses

  One of my customers hosts a database for his employees to access. His (dial up) address changes frequently. Is there a way for his employees to search a range of his ISP's addresses to find his server?  Continue Reading

• Split tunneling with a VPN

  One of my customers is using Windows 2003 VPN RAS. The problem is that the VPN client cannot connect to the Internet.  Continue Reading

• What is the purpose of Wi-Fi ad-hoc mode

  What is the purpose of Wi-Fi ad-hoc mode? When would I suggest it to a customer?  Continue Reading

• iSCSI or Fibre Channel -- Which is right for a SAN?

  When is the right time for a VAR to recommend Fibre Channel instead of iSCSI?  Continue Reading

• Using director switches

  Director switches are the most reliable on the market. Chris Evans explains why you should recommend them for mission critical SANs.  Continue Reading