

Eric Geier
Contributing Writer
Eric Geier is a freelance tech writer. He’s also the founder of NoWiresSecurity, providing a cloud-based Wi-Fi security service; Wi-Fi Surveyors, providing RF site surveying; and On Spot Techs, providing general IT services.

Review: 5 open source alternatives for routers/firewalls
These open source products deliver simple routing and networking features like DHCP and DNS, plus, they are combined with security functionality

15 free Modern Windows apps for IT pros
Most of the newer Modern Windows apps are still very basic in their functionality, but some are quite useful even for network and IT pros

Review: Consider VPN services for hotspot protection
Seven low-cost VPN services for when you’re out of the office or out of the country

Review: Software-based NAS options for the storage do-it-yourselfer
We test 6 products targeted at the SMB market, some with free versions.

9 tips for speeding up your business Wi-Fi
Is your company's lethargic Wi-Fi making users scream? Try these techniques for a zippier network
How to secure Apple and Android mobile devices using 802.1X
Understanding all the 802.1X client settings can certainly help during deployment and support of an enterprise network
How to set up 802.1X client settings in Windows
802.1X provides security for wired and Wi-Fi networks

Free and cheap ways to learn about network administration
These nine self-taught labs give you hands-on experience with various networking tasks -- and most don't cost anything.
12 tips to tune your Wi-Fi network
More and more people are looking for Wi-Fi connectivity, especially at public venues -- on their laptops, smartphones and tablets -- to help conserve cellular data usage.
Review: New Gigabit Wi-Fi options for enterprise, small business, and home office
Meru hits enterprise sweet spot, EnGenius and ZyXel target small businesses with 802.11ac access points
Must-have tools for setting up a Wi-Fi net
AirMagnet, Ekahau and TamoGraph simplify Wi-Fi planning and surveying.