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Tech Industry

This Is the Auvik Way

Guided by 7 key principles, we’re on a mission to craft the world’s best networking software. Welcome to the Auvik Way.
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Network Management

6 Essential First Steps in a New Network Admin Job

Where do you start when you step into a totally unfamiliar network? Read on for some tips on taking the reins of an infrastructure you know nothing about.
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Network Management

An Introduction to Network Authentication Protocols

Centralized authentication improves network manageability and security. Learn about authentication protocols RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP & Active Directory.
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Network Management

SDN: What Small and Mid-Sized Businesses Need to Know in 2015

Software-defined networking (SDN) is still years from being practical in a small or mid-sized business. But you should be getting ready for it.
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Network Management

Why Good Network Management is More Important Than Ever

Network management tops the list of plans and concerns for IT administrators in 2015, a new survey from TechTarget reveals. Here’s why.
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Network Management

12 Network Administrator Books to Own

What are must-haves for your network admin library? Here are 12 indispensables: from routing and security to troubleshooting and time management.
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Network Management

8 Common Network Topologies & How to Use Them [SlideShare]

Get 8 of the most common network topologies for LAN and WAN construction, along with diagrams, tips, best practice recommendations, and more.
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Network Management

My Favorite Network Tools: René Molenaar

René Molenaar, network trainer, shares the tools that make his life—and his students’ lives—easier and better.
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IT Leadership

How to Explain Highly Technical Ideas to Non-Technical People

Executives really appreciate techies who communicate well. If you value your career, it’s time to get good at it.
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Network Management

Setting Up a Redundant Internet Connection With BGP

The link to the Internet is vital for any organization. Learn how to set up a redundant connection to ensure continuous online access.
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Tech Industry

11 Costume & Pumpkin Ideas for a Network Admin Halloween

It’s time to get your Halloween on, network admin style!
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Network Management

Stop! Are You About to Make One of These Network Management Mistakes?

Network pro Kevin Dooley shares the stories of four painful network management mistakes—and tips on how you can avoid the same goofs.
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Devices

Network Basics: Enterprise WAN Router

WAN routers perform a critical function in an organization’s network infrastructure. Learn how to run them well in this intro to WAN design.
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Network Management

Configuring SSH on a Cisco Device

SSH is like Telnet, but encrypted. Configure it in 6 simple steps and don’t use SSH version 1.
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