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Network Management

What is Network Management? Your Complete Guide

The ultimate guide to network management, the ongoing monitoring, administration, and maintenance of any networked system of computers.
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Network Management

Networking Basics: OSPF Protocol Explained

OSPF is one of the few protocols you can count on being available just about anywhere. Explore principles, interfaces and more in this intro guide.
Author: Ethan Banks
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SaaS Management

A Deep Dive into Shadow IT: Examples, Risks, and Solutions

With the proliferation and commoditization of SaaS combined with the growing normalcy of remote work, Shadow IT creates serious security issues for IT
Author: John Harden
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Network Management

How to Create a Network Assessment Report with This Template

Learn how to create a network assessment report for your clients quickly and thoroughly.
Author: Dana Krook
Senior Content Marketing Manager, Auvik
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Tech Industry

Network Technician Guide: Key Roles, Tools, and Career Growth

Discover the vital role of network technicians in today’s digital world. Learn about responsibilities, tools, certifications, and more.
Author: Nolan Greene
Product Marketing Manager, Auvik
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Protocols & Communication

What is an ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) Table?

Let’s peer under the hood of how ARP tables help us see data similar to the “show arp” or “arp-a” command without having to open a terminal connection
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Protocols & Communication

16 Most Common Network Protocols

Learn about the 30 most common network protocols that power communication, security, and management on modern networks, from essential TCP/IP to speci
Author: Nolan Greene
Product Marketing Manager, Auvik
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Network Management

What Are Network Protocols and How Do They Work?

Network protocols act as common languages allowing devices worldwide to exchange data reliably. Understand what protocols are and how they deliver con
Author: Rebecca Grassing
Product Marketing Manager, Auvik
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Tech Industry

10 Best Network Monitoring Tools in 2024

There are plenty of options for network monitoring tools today, and that can make it hard to pick the right one for you. Here, we’ll help you sort thr
Author: Destiny Bertucci
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Network Management

Network Documentation Best Practices: What to Create & Why

Networks come in all shapes and sizes, but there are core documentation best practices every network administrator should follow.
Author: Kevin Dooley
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Network Management

Network Diagrams 101: Definitions, Examples & How-To’s

Get tips for effective network diagramming with our expert guide. Explore why network diagrams are important, different types and how to draw.
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Network Management

7 Best Network Infrastructure Mapping Tools

Network infrastructure mapping helps you maintain up-to-date maps for quickly diagnosing problems. Similarly, network maps can help everyone in your o
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Configuration & Troubleshooting

Network Design and Best Practices

There’s no one size fits all network design. With the right approach, however, you can create a design that matches your business requirements. Of cou
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Network Management

Best Network Discovery Tools of 2024

You can’t manage what you can’t see—when it comes to the network, you need full visibility & awareness. But you don’t need to spend days tracing wires
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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What’s your shadow IT risk factor?

Find out in this free guide and exercise kit.
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You will learn:
  • The impact shadow IT has on an organization
  • How to evaluate tools
  • Tips on security
  • A quiz to help you determine the severity of shadow IT in your org
  • Solutions to solve these problems