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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
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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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Devices

Layer 2 vs Layer 3 Network Switches: What’s the Difference?

What’s the difference between Layer 2 and Layer 3 network switches and how critical are they to a properly functioning network?
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist
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IT Leadership

Mobile Monitoring: What is it, and is it Legal?

No, this isn’t the Orwellian 1984 state we’re in, but mobile monitoring does raise some valid concerns about personal privacy. Let’s dig into the how,
Author: Michael Brown
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Wi-Fi Management

Beyond 6: What’s Next for Wi-Fi?

As demands increase for wireless connectivity, Wi-Fi 6 promises to meet those needs and beyond – for now. We explore what’s on the horizon for Wi-Fi a
Author: Trent Cutler
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Tech Industry

The Retro Computing Challenge: What Can Lawrence Live Without?

Could I survive an entire week relying solely on outdated technology to replace all the modern-day conveniences we take for granted? As someone who gr
Author: Lawrence Popa
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Tech Industry

Auvik Named One of Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers for 2023!

Auvik has been named one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers for 2023. Our Chief Human Resources Officer talks about why culture is so importan
Author: Courtney Harrison
Chief Human Resources Officer
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Network Management

The 2023 Network IT Management Report Part 4: Solutions for End-Users

This is the fourth in a four-part series focusing on the findings from our 2023 annual Field Report for IT Management. We surveyed 4500 IT professiona
Author: Rebecca Grassing
Product Marketing Specialist
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Managed Service Providers (MSPs)

Weathering the IT Storm

With recession comments floating around, let’s take a look at what MSPs can do to reduce costs and remain profitable without sacrificing customer expe
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist
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Network Management

What is Network Visibility? A Complete Guide

Explore the growing need for network visibility, including obstacles and best practices to address gaps and risks in complex environments.
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist
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Tech Industry

Next Play 2023 – A New Stage of Leadership at Auvik

We’ve made some big changes to our leadership team as we continue to help our customers overcome the challenges of the ever-changing tech landscape.
Author: Doug Murray
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Network Management

The Ultimate Guide to SNMP

Learn about SNMP, difference between SNMP v2 and v3, OIDs, SNMP alternatives and how monitoring networked devices is the core function of SNMP.
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist
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What’s your shadow IT risk factor?

Find out in this free guide and exercise kit.
book cover - The Modern Professional's Guide to Shadow IT
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