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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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IT Leadership

Cost of Cloud Services: Everything You Need to Know

Understanding the costs of digital migration is key to effective budgeting and ROI. Here’s everything you need to know about the cost of cloud service
Author: Dana Krook
Senior Content Marketing Manager, Auvik
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Tech Industry

11 Financial Services Industry Trends Impacting IT Teams in 2024

Explore key 2024 financial services industry trends impacting IT teams, from cybersecurity to network management and automation. Dive into our detaile
Author: Rebecca Grassing
Product Marketing Manager, Auvik
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Wi-Fi Management

Enterprise Wi-Fi: Your Guide to Large-Scale Wireless Networks

Discover how enterprise WiFi drives digital transformation. Explore key components, deployment strategies, and tips for choosing the right solution.
Author: Lael Uberuaga-Rodgers
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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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Devices

Detailed Guide to Basic Switch Configuration

Setting up a network switch on your own can seem like a daunting task. Use this handy guide to get your switch configuration up and running with ease.
Author: Lawrence Popa
Sales Engineer, Auvik
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Configuration & Troubleshooting

Dealing with Rogue DHCP Servers

First, understand what a Rogue DHCP server is, how it works, and how it can threaten your network. Then, techniques to prevent them.
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Network Management

Enterprise vs. SMB IT: What’s the Difference?

Enterprises have always had more money to spend on IT than small-and-medium businesses (SMBs). This has traditionally resulted in a disparity in the t
Author: Rebecca Grassing
Product Marketing Manager, Auvik
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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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Wi-Fi Management

How To Diagnose Wireless Network Issues Like a Pro – Check These 4 Things First

When Wi-Fi network experience falters, frustration often ensues, and the wireless network is blamed. Often, the culprit lies elsewhere.
Author: Trent Cutler
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Network Management

8 Wi-Fi Mistakes Everyone Makes

This blog post details some of the most common issues admin teams will encounter when planning, deploying or troubleshooting WiFi, and offer some tips
Author: Trent Cutler
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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