How Windows knows it has an internet connection

Matt sent this link out to us and I thought that it was so good I just had to make it available. It is an interesting article describing the behind the scenes working of what the Wi-Fi connection services is doing when connecting you to a Wi-Fi access point. For us, this works so wondrously that we don’t ever give it a second thought but it is always nice to have a little more information at your fingertips because you never know when you might need it.

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Getting a Grip on Mobile Malware

View this on-demand webcast to understand how and why the popularity of Android devices makes them an increasingly attractive target for malware writers. You’ll also learn what you can do to keep mobile malware at bay.

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5 Tips for Securing Your Wireless Network

Balancing security, manageability and accessibility for employees and guests

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