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Clearswift MIMEsweeper CSW250

A versatile web security appliance made even better with the new user-authentication and lexical-expression features.

Juniper Networks SSG 5
Rating: 4 out of 6

We review the SSG 5, a UTM security appliance from Juniper Networks.

Cisco Catalyst 3750G
Rating: 6 out of 6

This integrated LAN controller delivers a sophisticated, versatile wireless network management solution

Linksys SRW2008MP
Rating: 4 out of 6

A low-cost, managed Gigabit switch with full PoE support on all fixed ports, but the external power supply is huge.

SpectorSoft Spector 360
Rating: 5 out of 6

An in-depth monitoring tool that could preserve network security and prevent computer misuse.

Linksys SPA9000
Rating: 5 out of 6

A compact IP telephony router with great features, but the web interface isn’t user-friendly.

Kemp Technologies LoadMaster 1500
Rating: 5 out of 6

A wealth of web server load-balancing and traffic-management features; ideal for those on a tight budget.

D-Link xStack DGS-3426P
Rating: 4 out of 6

D-Link delivers an impressive range of switching features for the price, and good expansion options too.

3Com Switch 4500G PWR 24-Port
Rating: 4 out of 6

3Com delivers plenty of features, but management options are untidy and it isn’t as good value as the HP ProCurve.

Linksys RVL-200
Rating: 4 out of 6

A low-cost SSL-VPN appliance that may fit your bill, but sacrifices are inevitably made to hit the sub-$250 price

Netgear ProSafe SSL312

Netgear delivers a highly affordable SSL VPN appliance that’s also relatively easy to configure.

HP ProCurve Switch 3500yl-24G-PWR

A well-built Gigabit switch that delivers a wealth of features at a tempting price.

Expand Networks Accelerator 6910

Expand Networks lives up to its name by delivering top improvements to WAN performance.

Riverbed Steelhead 100

Easy to install and ideally designed and priced for deployment in very small branch offices

Network General Sniffer Portable 4.8
Rating: 4 out of 6

Strong wired and wireless network-monitoring features with good expert analysis

Price Range Below $140 $140 - $520 $520 - $1970 $1970 - $7510 Above $7510	Connectivity Wired Wireless	Brand Cisco NetGear Belkin D-link NetComm
Router Functionalities Analog Modem (56k) DHCP Server DSL Modem Firewall Voice over IP Gateway (VoIP)

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