A versatile and powerful server, barely larger than an external hard disk

The Bubba server is a great little server that is far more powerful than its diminutive size would suggest. A certain amount of knowledge is needed but the included documentation will help

Encrypt your data automatically with this clever hard disk

Encryption is seamless; easy to use

Expensive; boxy design

The price will be too high for most, but if you're security-conscious the EZsecure is easy to use

Versatile and reliable storage system for business use

Reliable and versatile storage system; a good alternative to tape drives

More expensive than ordinary hard disk drives

Too expensive for home and small businesses, but the Rev is a genuine alternative to tape-based corporate archiving systems

Hard disk for the style conscious

A dubious design, but it is fast with excellent connectivity

Well-designed network storage device, lacking one important feature

No built-in ADSL modem

Choose big storage or Raid protection on this Nas appliance

Dual hot-swap Sata disks; choice of concatenated storage or Raid 1 mirroring; multiprotocol file sharing; USB storage expansion; 1-click sharing of USB flash drives

No support for Windows domains; lack of documentation

An affordable network storage appliance for small workgroups with useful Raid protection for those who want it

Bit Torrent support; good price; quick USB transfer

Slow transfer speeds; comes with out-of-date firmware

A feature-rich Nas device with plenty of storage

2TB of Sata storage; choice of Raid levels; multiprotocol file sharing; bundled Disksafe express backup software for client backup/recovery

Only two licences for Disksafe Express included; Disksafe software is Windows only

Share files and protect desktop PCs with this impressive device

High-capacity 2.5in external hard disk

For now, the Handydrive is a slick design. It comes with a pouch to protect its glossy back finish and two USB cables - one for data and one to draw extra power.This 4,200rpm disk and 8MB cache recorded access times of 19.9ms and a peak transfer rate of 3...

A high-capacity Nas with built-in wireless and Gigabit Lan

Acer has dealt with this well, though, and a large yet quiet fan keeps things cool; you'll hear it droning away in a very quiet room, but it won't be heard if you're watching TV. There are plenty of cheaper Nas drives available, including smaller versions...