LANsurveyor automatically discovers and diagrams network topology, generates network maps in Visio, detects new devices and changes to network topology, and performs inventory management for hardware and software assets. Download a free 30-day trial today to see why more than 45,000 network professionals trust SolarWinds solutions. 

ITIL is becoming the next big thing in Information Technology. This paper outlines the origin of ITIL, who controls its contents, who are the biggest users, and why you should care. 

SolarWinds Engineer's Toolset is renowned by network engineers worldwide, who rely on its desktop tools to monitor, discover, manage, and troubleshoot their networks. Download a free 30-day trial to explore capabilities including: monitors and alerts on availability, bandwidth utilization and network device health, and robust network diagnostics. 

This paper explores the tools Cisco provides to simplify mass deployments of the VPN Client. The two methods are discussed: the creation of an installation CD-ROM and network-based installations. I will explain how to reduce calls to the Help Desk by locking users out of advanced configuration functions in the user interface. 

This report from the Corporate Executive Board, based on extensive research with Chief Information Security Officers, identifies the top 10 security imperatives for 2012. 

Download this report from Accenture to discover the 6 IT technology trends that will impact CIOs in 2012. 

Learn how to get the visibility you need to achieve your IT objectives as this white paper lays out the business case for proactively managing network and application performance. 

This study from Booz&Co reveals industry concerns that anti-piracy measures will deter venture capital organisations from investing in internet start-ups. 

<p>In this report extract Juniper Research looks at the growing use of MEMS (micro-electro-mechanical systems) in mobile devices, tables, laptops and notebooks.</p> <p> </p> 

The Microsoft Assessment and Planning (MAP) Toolkit is a powerful inventory, assessment, and reporting tool that can securely inventory small or large IT environments without requiring the installation of any agent software. This paper explains how to utilize it to "map" your infrastructure for Windows 7 and Server 2008. 

See how a governmental agency can improve its fisheries resource management with interactive, map-based dashboards, reports and analysis. 

Access this storage economics mapping tool today to learn how you can start cutting costs and overcoming some of your biggest storage challenges. This resource breaks down IT costs and allows you to explore potential areas for improvement in areas like archiving, disaster recovery, backup, and many more.