Here to serve
The Lab checks out mid-level servers for organizations that need a quick Web site.
Network in full view
IPsonar creates a working map to detect IP-connected devices within the enterprise.
Clean slate for old drives
The Drive eRazer thoroughly scrubs data from hard drives, allowing for secure disposal.
Device control from a distance
Embassy Remote Administration Server identifies built-in hardware security to deliver remote administration of trusted systems.
GCN Lab Review: Dell OptiPlex 755
The OptiPlex 755 minitower from Dell is well put together, for a good price. Although it offers a lot in its standard configuration, there are few slots remaining for expansion.
GCN Lab Review: Acer Veriton M460
The Veriton M460 from Acer is a desktop computer with few extra features, but it also has the most upgrade potential in most areas.
GCN Lab Review: Lenovo ThinkStation S10
The ThinkStation S10 from Lenovo is a powerful workhorse at a good government price. Getting inside to the components is difficult, but once you are there, you will find lots of room to expand.
GCN Lab Review: Apple iMac
The iMac from Apple is an all-in-one system that has a very good ergonomic feel. However, like iMacs of the past, there are few upgrade opportunities.
Acer desktop PC meets most multimedia needs
GCN Lab Review: Acer's Aspire X3200 desktop PC has a ton of features despite its small size.
Leaders of the middle of the pack
The GCN Lab tests four desktop PCs priced at $1,500 or less for their power, performance, features and upgradability.
Taking stock of the network
GCN Lab review: BDNA Insight 4.1 helps IT administrators get a grip on their network inventories.
Medium-range backup
GCN Lab reviews: When you need a terabyte or less of extra storage, external hard drives answer the call.
Wall-to-wall control
GCN Lab review: SecureTrack lets you centralize management of your organization's firewalls.
Portability meets performance
GCN Lab reviews: Eight ultraportable laptop PCs display a lot of performance and cool features in the Lab's tests. One clear winner emerges.
MPC E-155C
GCN Lab review: The E-155C is more a business-class tablet than an ultraportable laptop. But if you want a convertible that can print without taking up a USB port and you aren't constantly on the go, this one might meet your needs.
Lenovo ThinkPad X300
GCN Lab Review: The ThinkPad X300 is a good, solid workhorse that would do well in any office environment.
Fujitsu LifeBook P8010
GCN Lab review: Fresh from its Best New Technology Award at FOSE 2008, the Fujitsu LifeBook P8010 has a great form factor that combines a lot of useful features in a 2-pound, 15-ounce package.
Toshiba Portege R500-S5002
GCN Lab review: The Portege R500-S5002 is easily the best-configured in terms of weight and format, and it's perfect for a frequent traveler who has to perform the usual office-related tasks on the go.
Itronix GoBook MR-1
GCN Lab review: The GoBook MR-1's size and ruggedness make it perfect for certain jobs, although not for the typical laptop PC user in an office.
Dell Latitude XT
GCN Lab review: The Dell Latitude XT offers good performance along with a nice form factor and features, but it is expensive compared with the other reviewed units.
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