Computerworld recently showcased 10 great free network management tools. Readers responded with some of their own favorites, so I’m going to take a look at those tools and report on their capabilities ...

Got a small network, home network, medium-size network – even an enterprise network – and want to get the most out of it? Then I’ve got good news for you: 10 free pieces of software that can make your ...

I think I've had one of the messiest backup strategies for years. I'm constantly testing out new tools, and it takes a toll. I've used backup tools like Restic and mainstream options like Google Drive ...

The importance of backing up your files seems obvious, but choosing how gets complicated fast. The built-in Windows backup option is painfully basic, while decent software costs serious money.

In its free incarnation, MSP360 Desktop Backup is a worthwhile upgrade to Windows File History. However, the Pro version is subscription-only which makes it very pricey over time. I checked out both ...

My home and home lab network are a mess. Over the years, connecting my lab's physical and virtual machines (VMs), SAN, NAS, and other projects using various network switches, and routers have become a ...