I have a question for those with home labs - I haven't had one for nearly a decade. I have an aging, 7+ year old laptop serving as my "server". Frankly, it is crap. But it works, so my miserly self ...

A home server can be a powerhouse for convenience and entertainment. But managing it can feel like a daunting task. Here is ...

Computer servers are typically found in big corporate networks, but Microsoft Corp. appears ready to bet that many home users will want them, too. The company, which has long mused about a possible ...

The M4 Mac Mini is a powerful and compact device that can be transformed into a highly capable home server. By setting up your Mac Mini as a server, you can transform the way you manage your digital ...

So, you're thinking about building your own home server based on Microsoft's latest OS, Windows Home Server and want some pointers as to the best hardware to use. You've come to the right place! Here ...

Ask most anyone who runs Windows at home what edition of the operating system he or she is using, and odds are you’ll hear a fairly predictable roster of responses: Windows XP Home, XP Professional, ...

Former CNET editor Dong Ngo has been involved with technology since 2000, starting with testing gadgets and writing code for CNET Labs' benchmarks. He managed CNET's San Francisco Labs, reviews 3D ...

Earlier this year, I looked at a beta release of Windows Home Server and called it a “home run” for Microsoft. This week, Hewlett Packard announced that it would begin taking orders for its new ...

Even when a USB Ethernet adapter advertises 2.5 GbE or faster, real-world performance depends heavily on how the USB bus is ...