Capturing new video signals
GCN Lab Review: If you need to support multiple monitors with the highest-quality video signal available, you might need to invest in a switch. To that end, we brought Accell's UltraAV 4x8 HDMI 1.3 Switch and Distribution Amplifier into the lab to try to capture and manage all the new signals.
Juniper offers new networking tools
The SRX 5600 and 5800 series of dynamic services gateways deliver integrated services, scalable performance and operational simplicity.
Westinghouse reveals high-quality LCD model
The L1916HW delivers a 1680x1050 resolution, a touch-sensitive key pad and 2-millisecond response time.
MEGA Blueprint links design, IT requirements
Software tool links application design directly with business requirements for the development of modern IT systems.
Random Password Manager goes Hyper-V
Random Password Manager can automatically update every local administrator password on virtual Windows servers in the enterprise.
Straight talk: Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 delivers excellent speech recognition and vocal desktop control
Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 delivers excellent speech recognition and vocal desktop control.
A golden touch
With gold-plated key switches, the ability to handle up to 12 inputs at a time and a satisfying tactile experience, Das Keyboard is the Rolls Royce of input devices.
A tough thing in a small package
Anybody who needs an extremely rugged, extremely portable computer with a full operating system would get a ton of bang for their buck out of this $2,499 computer.
A rugged laptop with a light touch
Getac's B300 laptop PC shines in any any kind of outdoor setting.
A tough thing in a small package
Anybody who needs an extremely rugged, extremely portable computer with a full operating system would get a ton of bang for their buck out of this $2,499 computer.
Bigger, better, cheaper
The GCN Lab tests seven LCD monitors that are 22 inches or larger and generally finds excellent image quality and good features.
GCN Lab Review: Acer B223Wbdmr
The 22-inch widescreen B223Wbdmr is a good monitor for anyone still trying to break into the LCD arena and free themselves from CRTs. It offers mostly above-average quality for a small price.
GCN Lab Review: AOC 2230Fh
The AOC 2230Fh is a 22-inch widescreen display that stands out from the entry-level pack because of a nice crosshatch design etched around the LCD. It also has a few extra features, such as an HDMI input in addition to the standard DVI and VGA ports.
GCN Lab Review: ViewSonic VA2626wm
The VA2626wm has a lot of high-end features, such as a 5 ms video response time and a 1,920x200 native resolution. It also did well in most of our image testing.
GCN Lab Review: Dell UltraSharp 2408WFP
The Dell Ultrasharp 2408WFP is a high-quality LCD with a ton of extras. In addition to a ton of extra inputs, the 2408WFP comes with one really nice feature: a moderate $679 price tag.
GCN Lab Review: NEC MultiSync LCD2470WNX-BK
The LCD2470WNX-BK is a good LCD that seems to emphasize the user experience, something lost in the design of most displays.
GCN Lab Review: Eizo FlexScan SX3031W
The 30-inch widescreen SX3031W pushes the definition of a personal display.
GCN Lab Review: NEC MultiSync LCD2690WUXi-BK
The LCD2690WUXI-BK is designed for specific uses common in government, but not for everyday use.
Protection comes full circle
Norton 360 adds blazing speed to comprehensive security scans.
Color you can bank on
GCN Lab Review: Samsung turns a new page with economical color laser printer.
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