The way a switch learns Ethernet (MAC) addresses is by inspecting the Ethernet frame and recording the source MAC address in a dynamic table. The switch will also associate a learned MAC address with a port. It can then make intelligent forwarding decisions based on the destination MAC address. This white paper illustrates the process. 

Discover how VMware customers can gain instant browser-based access to full-fledged VMware View desktops from any PC, Mac, Linux, Chromebook, iPad, Android, and other devices, e.g., tablet or smartphone, using an HTML5 browser supporting the WebSocket protocol. Zero client support and maintenance required - learn more about this software now! 

In this week's Computer Weekly, we go behind the scenes at the datacentre that knows everything about you, at credit checking firm Experian. We analyse the government's new plans to change the way it works with IT suppliers; and kick-off our Buyer's Guide to outsourcing with a look at the latest trends. Download the new issue now. 

Try this free trial download to learn about a technology that delivers pure browser-based access to business-critical Windows resources from any PC, Mac, Linux, Chromebook, iPad, Android, and other HTML5-enabled device. 

Listed in this whitepaper are 77 Windows 7 features that're in the form of quick tips, tricks and some in the form of detailed explanations. You'll be able to use this paper as a reference to the enormous enhancements built into Windows 7. 

This presentation transcript will look at areas to cover with the cloud provider, including possible adjustments to firewalls and other perimeter defenses such as IPS, and how to ensure the changes don’t violate security policy. 

This chapter explains how to test Exchange 2010 with native and third-party management tools and how best to protect your investment. 

In this e-guide, gain expert insight into how to secure messages with Exchange Server 2010. Find out about common issues IT pros have with unprotected Exchange mailboxes and learn about options to ensure protection. And get tips for managing Exchange servers and administrators to achieve a successful message security initiative. 

IANS conducted a Return on Security (ROS) analysis on Q1 Labs’ product, QRadar© Security Intelligence Platform, interviewed two Q1 Labs customers using QRadar to assess the ROS. The data yielded from the interviews showed substantial benefit to the organizations for the cost, both in money and staff time. 

The rise of cloud computing has been one of the highlights of the last few years. The notion that information technology can be delivered in a highly scalable utility model is generating excitement for both customers and vendors alike. However, there is still a lot of concern regarding security. 

Vyatta provides softwarebased networking and security software that uniquely satisfies emerging IT architectures that are leveraging virtualization, multi-core server platforms and cloud computing models. The Vyatta Network OS includes:Dynamic Routing (BGP, OSPF, RIP) Stateful Firewall IPSec VPN Intrusion Prevention SSL OpenVPN Secure Web Filtering 

Organizations need a business-based approach to creating a log management strategy that will help them detect attacks, deal with mounds of data collected by network and security devices, and meet compliance requirements. This white paper will outline a five step process which will help reduce the complexity of this process. 

The intent of this paper is to provide an executive-level summary of the potential costs associated with managing information security in-house and highlights the advantages of using a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) to reduce costs and improve the quality of protection.