Blackhat 2006: Macbook hacked in a few seconds

Published on August 3, 2006 to Networking

Security researchers speaking at the Blackhat computer security convention claim to have found a new vulnerability in wireless drivers. "Johnny Cache" and David Maynor talked about directly targeting the device drivers and then showed off a video that demonstrated an Apple Macbook being hacked. The pair said the vulnerability spans multiple wireless cards and operating systems. Read more

New! Hardware Router Charts Go Interactive

Published on May 24, 2006 to Networking

We've made our router chart even better by giving you the ability to select your benchmark for quick comparisons among routers. Now it's even easier to find the product that's best for you. Read more

How To: Fixing Router Intermittent Connection Drops

Published on April 4, 2003 to Networking

This is one of the most frustrating problems that a broadband user faces. The ISP will probably blame the router. The router vendor will probably blame the ISP. The solution usually lies somewhere in between, but no one seems to want to help. Read more

Hardware Router NTK - Terminology Guide

Published on December 24, 2002 to Networking

Even though you have our general recommendations, you should still understand the features you're likely to find in your router, and what they do. Read more

Which Router Reigns Supreme for P2P?

Published on April 19, 2006 to Networking

P2P may have have unsavory connotations now, but the technology will probably be soon incorporated into HD video distribution. Tim Higgins turns up the heat on seven routers to see if they have what it takes. Read more