Networking Product Center

See more AirPort Extreme Base Station radio modes

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 11:47:00 -0700

If you’re using an AirPort Extreme Base Station on a network without 802.11n-capable machines, you can use a hidden feature in AirPort Utility to set a non-802.11n radio mode.

Stay in Sync: Set up file sharing

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 09:11:00 -0700

Before you can sync files between to computers, they must be able to see each other. OS X's file sharing features make it relatively easy to mount one Mac's hard drive on another's.

Review: Sierra Wireless Compass 597 USB modem

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:04:00 -0700

The Sierra Wireless Compass 597 is the ultimate cellular data modem combo. The device folds high-speed data access and GPS service into a tiny USB cell modem and pairs it with new Mac OS X software that takes full advantage of the new hardware.

Installing Nagios on Mac OS X 10.5 Server

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 10:02:00 -0700

John C. Welch updates his instructions for installing the open-source Nagios on to the latest version of OS X Server, an operation that will turn a Mac into a network monitoring station that can notify you of hardware and software problems.

NoobProof 1.1 and WaterRoof 2.0

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 03:50:00 -0700

Mac OS X’s built-in firewall works well, but Apple offers very few options for configuration. Hanynet’s NoobProof and WaterRoof are utilities that provide just such customization.

Apple releases AirPort Utility 5.3.2

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 15:14:00 -0700

Apple has updated its AirPort Utility software to version 5.3.2, with downloads available for both Tiger and Leopard users.

Working with multiple Macs

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:59:00 -0700

Chances are good you’ve got more than one Mac running at home. In this Macworld video, Rob Griffiths offers some tips that make it easier to work with multiple Macs under one roof.

TeamViewer remote support tool works on Mac, Windows

Thu, 29 May 2008 11:14:00 -0700

TeamViewer is a new remote networking support tool that operates on both Macs and Windows PCs.

Leech 1.1.2

Wed, 28 May 2008 13:01:00 -0700

Leech, an add-on for your Web browser, offers powerful features for downloading files.

Airfoil update improves support of AirPort Express

Thu, 22 May 2008 14:12:00 -0700

Airfoil 3.2 adds improved support for AirPort Express and remote control of iTunes and QuickTime.

Little Snitch 2.0.3

Thu, 08 May 2008 09:30:00 -0700

A useful companion to Mac OS X's built-in firewall, Little Snitch alerts you when programs "phone home" and lets you control outgoing network connections.

Microsoft Messenger 7 brings Bonjour support, corporate AV features

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 13:44:00 -0700

Microsoft's Mac BU has announced the release of a Messenger for Mac 7, its instant messaging client, including the video and audio chats for corporate users.

InfoWorld: ‘No Macs’ is no longer a defensible IT strategy

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:55:00 -0700

A number of computing trendsare making it easier for tech departments to say yes to the Mac by facilitating IT’s ability to provide enterprise-grade Mac management and support.

Starbucks network switch has begun

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:49:00 -0700

Starbucks has begun converting the wireless service in its retail outlets to AT&T’s network.