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[image] Networks at Risk Due to Widespread Gaps in Basic Network Management Activities: Report

Trends, forecasts & research

Networks at Risk Due to Widespread Gaps in Basic Network Management Activities: Report

The Network Field Report 2021, a new study from Auvik Networks, reveals how in-house IT administrators manage their networks.

[image] The Pros and Cons of VPN Split Tunneling

The Pros and Cons of VPN Split Tunneling

Should you use VPN split tunneling? Here's what you need to know to decide.

[image] 4 Predictions About What’s in Store for IT in 2021

Trends, forecasts & research

4 Predictions About What’s in Store for IT in 2021

IT predictions from market intelligence & research firms Computer Economics, IDC, Forrester &…

[image] The Top 10 Auvik Blog Posts of 2020

The Top 10 Auvik Blog Posts of 2020

In 2020, we published 53 blog posts about technical topics, career-building resources, and…

[image] The Top 8 Frankly IT Podcast Episodes of 2020

The Top 8 Frankly IT Podcast Episodes of 2020

What were people listening to in 2020? These 8 Frankly IT podcast episodes were the most…

[image] How COVID-19 Changed Our Internet Habits in 2020

Trends, forecasts & research

How COVID-19 Changed Our Internet Habits in 2020

COVID-19 has us all spending more time in front of screens & has changed the way we use networks…

[image] A Beginner’s Guide to Microsoft Power BI & Network Reports

Network monitoring

A Beginner’s Guide to Microsoft Power BI & Network Reports

Microsoft Power BI is a business intelligence tool that helps you visualize & analyze data from…

[image] Nifty Gifty 2020 Is Back to Bring Some Holiday Cheer

Nifty Gifty 2020 Is Back to Bring Some Holiday Cheer

For seven business days from Nov 30 through Dec 8, 2020, you’ll unwrap a cool daily gift from…

[image] Are Network Blind Spots Endangering Your Business?

Network management

Are Network Blind Spots Endangering Your Business?

Network blind spots are the things you can't see and don't know about — and they can be deadly…

[image] 3 Key Trends From the 2020 Network Vendor Diversity Report

3 Key Trends From the 2020 Network Vendor Diversity Report

In the 2020 Network Vendor Diversity report, we analyzed a sample of 30,000 networks, compared…

[image] Configuring and Troubleshooting Multicast Protocols

Network configuration

Configuring and Troubleshooting Multicast Protocols

There are two important protocols required to get your network to forward multicast packets.…

[image] The Big -aaS List of As-a-Service Offerings

The Big -aaS List of As-a-Service Offerings

If your head is spinning with all those cloud acronyms, don’t worry—you’re not the only…

[image] 5 Reasons to Add Network Monitoring to Your 2021 IT Budget

5 Reasons to Add Network Monitoring to Your 2021 IT Budget

Allocating money in your IT budget for network monitoring in 2021 may be more important than…

[image] What Is Multicast Networking and How Does It Work?

Network management

What Is Multicast Networking and How Does It Work?

Multicast networking is based on the concept that a single packet can be sent by a server & it…

[image] Reducing Mean Time to Resolution With Auvik

Reducing Mean Time to Resolution With Auvik

You can streamline troubleshooting, shrink mean time to resolution & spare network users from…

[image] Planning for a Post-Pandemic World as an IT Leader

Leading an IT Team

Planning for a Post-Pandemic World as an IT Leader

IT will play a critical role in helping companies adapt to work post-pandemic. Prepare yourself…

[image] The Employee Offboarding Checklist for IT Pros

The Employee Offboarding Checklist for IT Pros

Somebody leaving? Keep your network & data secure! Use this handy employee offboarding checklist…

[image] Special IP Address Ranges and When to Use Them

Network management

Special IP Address Ranges and When to Use Them

There are several special IP address ranges that have specific purposes. Network engineer Kevin…

[image] 5 Great Reasons to Store and Analyze Centralized Logs

Network monitoring

5 Great Reasons to Store and Analyze Centralized Logs

Whether log events point to issues with hardware, applications, capacity, or security issues,…

[image] An Introduction to Subnetting

An Introduction to Subnetting

You don't need that subnet calculator! Not when you have this handy guide to subnetting using…

[image] How to Use the Triple-A Framework to Optimize Your IT Services

Leading an IT Team

How to Use the Triple-A Framework to Optimize Your IT Services

Operationally mature IT teams use the triple-A framework—assess, adapt, automate—to focus…

[image] Getting Started With Syslog in Auvik

Getting Started With Syslog in Auvik

Auvik centralizes syslog data for all your network devices, allowing you to search & filter to…

[image] 6 Essential First Steps When Managing a New Network

Network management

6 Essential First Steps When Managing a New Network

Where do you start when you're managing a new network and are looking to make a stellar first…

[image] The No Sweat Guide to Effective Switch Management

The No Sweat Guide to Effective Switch Management

Switches are a critical network link & switch management is an important job. Learn how to choose…

[image] Implementing a Bring Your Own Device Policy In Your Organization

Network management

Implementing a Bring Your Own Device Policy In Your Organization

A bring your own device policy is more important than ever since users can bring unsecured…

[image] sFlow vs NetFlow: What’s the Difference?

Network management

sFlow vs NetFlow: What’s the Difference?

Two of the most common flow protocols you’ll run into are NetFlow and sFlow, and these are some…

[image] Making Co-managed IT Work In the Real World (From Pros Who’ve Walked the Walk)

Leading an IT Team

Making Co-managed IT Work In the Real World (From Pros Who’ve Walked the Walk)

Simplex-IT CEO Bob Coppedge & Christian Health Ministries CIO Bryan Schultz discuss what has made…

[image] The MSP Summer Treat Wave Is Back for Another Year of Summer Giveaways

The MSP Summer Treat Wave Is Back for Another Year of Summer Giveaways

Auvik has teamed up with 9 of our friends in the channel to bring you 10 days of free summer…

[image] Managing IT Risk When Everyone’s Working Remote

Managing IT Risk When Everyone’s Working Remote

Top IT & cybersecurity experts share their advice for leaders scrambling to contend with a new…

[image] Why a Zero-Trust Network Is More Desirable—and Achievable—Than Ever

Why a Zero-Trust Network Is More Desirable—and Achievable—Than Ever

The cybersecurity landscape has changed a lot thanks to the increase in cloud-based services, and…

[image] 3 Reasons to Use Auvik’s Remote Management Features

3 Reasons to Use Auvik’s Remote Management Features

You can't always be on site to troubleshoot every network issue that pops up. With Auvik’s…

[image] 4 Time Management Strategies to Boost Your IT Team’s Productivity

4 Time Management Strategies to Boost Your IT Team’s Productivity

The IT workload can quickly become overwhelming. The trick is managing your team’s time so the…

[image] 10 Computer Networking Books Every Network Manager Should Read

Network management

10 Computer Networking Books Every Network Manager Should Read

Get a fresh perspective on general networking, network management, network monitoring, security,…

[image] How to Configure Syslog on a Cisco Device

Network configuration

How to Configure Syslog on a Cisco Device

Essentially every modern network device has at least some syslog capabilities. Here's how to…

[image] How to Troubleshoot Network Connectivity Issues With Auvik

Network management

How to Troubleshoot Network Connectivity Issues With Auvik

Network connectivity issues can be some of the worst to troubleshoot. But with Auvik, problems…

[image] 9 Low-Cost or Free Cybersecurity Training Resources

9 Low-Cost or Free Cybersecurity Training Resources

Want to advance your career or make the most of your team’s professional development budget?…

[image] How to Keep IT Infrastructure Fresh and Fit for Purpose

Network management

How to Keep IT Infrastructure Fresh and Fit for Purpose

Old, unused network devices create security risks, eat up IT time, and bloat operating costs.…

[image] What Is Syslog and How Does It Work?

Network monitoring

What Is Syslog and How Does It Work?

Almost every device on a network has a syslog agent you can use to send messages to a central…

[image] Helping Your IT Team’s Productivity During the Pandemic

Helping Your IT Team’s Productivity During the Pandemic

Trying to boost your IT team's motivation and productivity during the pandemic? Here's how other…

[image] Keeping Remote Workers Connected With Proactive VPN Monitoring

Network monitoring

Keeping Remote Workers Connected With Proactive VPN Monitoring

Managing a lot of remote workers right now? Here’s how to use VPN monitoring to stay on top of…

[image] 7 Creative Ways IT Teams Are Helping Companies With the COVID-19 Crisis

7 Creative Ways IT Teams Are Helping Companies With the COVID-19 Crisis

During COVID-19, IT teams are stepping up to help users adapt to how we live and work. Here are…

[image] How IT Pros Will Help the World Come Out Stronger After COVID-19

How IT Pros Will Help the World Come Out Stronger After COVID-19

With the upheaval of COVID-19, we depend on networks, and the IT pros who keep them running, more…

[image] 3 Marketing Activities to Keep Your MSP Healthy During COVID-19

3 Marketing Activities to Keep Your MSP Healthy During COVID-19

You may think marketing your MSP is the last thing you should be doing during the COVID-19…

[image] An Introduction to Web Proxies

Network management

An Introduction to Web Proxies

Web proxies intercept traffic from your systems as they move to others, analyze the packets, and…

[image] Free Software and Resources for Supporting Remote Workers During COVID-19

Free Software and Resources for Supporting Remote Workers During COVID-19

During COVID-19, if you’re searching for ways to quickly enable employees to work and…

[image] How Auvik Can Help Keep Networks Steady During the COVID-19 Pandemic

How Auvik Can Help Keep Networks Steady During the COVID-19 Pandemic

During the COVID-19 pandemic, network performance needs to be rock solid so users can access the…

[image] 5 Success Tips for MSPs Who Are Serious About Business Growth

Managing an MSP

5 Success Tips for MSPs Who Are Serious About Business Growth

Looking to scale your MSP business this year? Here are five tips from the experts at the MSP…

[image] What Is Two-Factor Authentication and Why Is It Important?

Network management

What Is Two-Factor Authentication and Why Is It Important?

Two-factor authentication or 2FA requires a user to identify themselves in two ways—or using…

[image] Tips for Generating Managed Services Client Referrals

Tips for Generating Managed Services Client Referrals

Every MSP wants to find new clients, but that doesn't necessarily mean you have to cold call all…

[image] Think You’re a Proactive MSP? Think Again!

Managing an MSP

Think You’re a Proactive MSP? Think Again!

Alarms, user requests, and unscheduled service are all reactive tasks. If you're spending all…

[image] Using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework to Assess Your Clients’ Network Security

Network management

Using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework to Assess Your Clients’ Network Security

The NIST Cybersecurity Framework was intended to be used by internal IT teams, but its five major…

[image] 3 Reasons to Join Us Online at the MSP Growth Summit

3 Reasons to Join Us Online at the MSP Growth Summit

The first ever MSP Growth Summit is coming up on Feb 27, 2020. This free virtual event is…

[image] Building Auvik Into Your MSP’s Standard Operating Procedures

Building Auvik Into Your MSP’s Standard Operating Procedures

Creating standard operating procedures for technical tasks can increase your MSP's efficiency and…

[image] They Came, They Swam, They Conquered: Frankly MSP Live 2020 Recap

They Came, They Swam, They Conquered: Frankly MSP Live 2020 Recap

Auvik hosted 150 MSPs in Santa Barbara, California, last week for the inaugural Frankly MSP…

[image] Improve Your MSP’s Employee Utilization Rates to Boost Your Bottom Line

Managing an MSP

Improve Your MSP’s Employee Utilization Rates to Boost Your Bottom Line

Raising rates isn't the only way to boost your MSP's bottom line. In fact, understanding—and…

[image] 7 Ways to Kickstart Your MSP in the New Year

Managing an MSP

7 Ways to Kickstart Your MSP in the New Year

It's the beginning of a new year! You've had a great 12 months and are now raring to make this…

[image] The Top 10 Auvik Blog Posts of 2019

The Top 10 Auvik Blog Posts of 2019

In 2019, the Auvik team and a helpful host of awesome guest authors published 51 blog posts!…

[image] The Top 10 Frankly MSP Podcast Episodes of 2019

The Top 10 Frankly MSP Podcast Episodes of 2019

2019 has been a big year for the Frankly MSP podcast. We hit 50,000 all-time downloads in July,…

[image] 10 Tech Gadgets MSPs Hope to Find Under the Tree

10 Tech Gadgets MSPs Hope to Find Under the Tree

Resigned to another year of socks and underwear? Instead, give your loved ones some gift ideas…

[image] The MSP Nifty Gifty Is Back and It’s Better Than Ever

The MSP Nifty Gifty Is Back and It’s Better Than Ever

10 days, 10 gifts, 1 cool grand prize! Know what that means? The MSP Nifty Gifty is back and it's…

[image] Stress Management Tips for IT Business Owners

Managing an MSP

Stress Management Tips for IT Business Owners

Being an IT business owner can be rewarding but, if you don't set rules, it can be very…

[image] 17 Business-Boosting Conferences for MSPs in 2020

17 Business-Boosting Conferences for MSPs in 2020

Attending conferences is a small investment that can yield huge results for your MSP. Which…

[image] Auvik Turns 8: A Look Back on Our First 8 Years

Auvik Turns 8: A Look Back on Our First 8 Years

It’s officially Auvik’s eighth birthday! To celebrate, we’re looking back on the past eight…

[image] Candy, Keynotes, and Costumes: IT Nation Connect 2019 Photo Recap

Candy, Keynotes, and Costumes: IT Nation Connect 2019 Photo Recap

Last week, nine members of the Auvik team flew to Orlando, Florida to take part in the 15th…

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