Latest articles by Andrew Webb
Setting up a syslog server - a step-by-step guide
Tutorials Setting up a dedicated syslog server is a great way to keep on top of network monitoring following a cloud migration
How to build your own firewall with pfSense
Tutorials Create your own physical or virtual appliance with this free-to-use open source software
Windows File History and Backup review: Useful but limited
Reviews Windows 10 comes with integrated backup and sync tools, but they aren’t as fully-featured as you might want
How to migrate your SMB network to the cloud
Tutorials Make your migration as painless as possible with our handy guide
Google Backup and Sync review: That syncing feeling
Reviews A capable file-sync tool, but it’s no backup behemoth
Build your own cloud infrastructure with Nextcloud and Collabora
Tutorials Reduce your reliance on big vendors by learning how to spin up your own private cloud
How to build a cloud-based IP PBX telephony system
Tutorials Move your comms to the cloud and ditch your physical PBX box
Startech ST10000SPEX 10GBase-T Ethernet Network Card review
Reviews Effective and relatively inexpensive 10 Gigabit Ethernet adaptor, ideal for servers
Netgear ProSAFE XS716T review
Reviews An extremely capable 16port 10 Gigabit managed switch with support for 16 copper connections and two ports with optional fibre support
Linksys LRT214 review
Reviews This VPN-capable business router won't leave your wallet black and blue
Zimbra Collaboration Suite (Open Source Edition) review
Reviews The free alternative to Microsoft Exchange and Google Apps
Spiceworks Network Monitor review
Reviews Free network monitoring software, but there’s a catch
Cortado Corporate Server 7.2 review
Reviews Mobile Device Management on your own server, focused on Apple and Samsung hardware
Swyx SwyxExpress X20 review
Reviews Voice over IP systems can save money and reduce support hassles for time-starved system administrators. Unless it's a Swyx VoIP system, as Andrew Webb and Kat Orphanides discovered in our review.
AVM Fritz!Box Fon WLAN 7390 review
Reviews AVM may not be well-known in the UK, but the German company's latest wireless router is packed full of telephony features. Should smaller businesses and branch offices buy it? Kat Orphanides and Andrew Webb take a closer look.
4IPNET HSG200 Access Point + SDS100 Ticketing System review
Reviews Keep your customers and guests happy, while making a bit of cash on the side, by providing them with WiFi internet access. A WiFi ticketing system can take care of everything from billing to security. Is the HSG200 + SDS100 system from little-known firm 4ipnet good enough for your business? Read our review to find out.
Zyxel N4100 Wireless Hotspot Gateway with SP300E Ticket
Reviews Keep your customers and guests happy, while making a bit of cash on the side, by providing them with WiFi internet access. A WiFi ticketing system can take care of everything from billing to security. Is Zyxel's system good enough for your business? Read our review to find out.
Draytek VigorIPPBX 2820 review
Reviews We review the Draytek VigorIPPBX 2820 to see if its combined router and IP PBX capabilities make life easier than buying two separate products.
Polycom VVX 1500 review
Reviews Video calling doesn’t necessarily mean using large dedicated suites – it can be done from a phone that sits neatly on your desk. We try out Polycom’s VVX 1500.
