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[image] Top SysAdmin Tools (That Aren’t Software!)

Troubleshooting

Top SysAdmin Tools (That Aren’t Software!)

This might not be quite as fun as making things run DOOM, but it’s probably just as important. Here’s my list of non-software tools that live in my admin toolbox, organized by type. Do they live in yours? Let’s see.

[image] Network Basics: What Is SNMP and How Does It Work?

Network protocols

Network Basics: What Is SNMP and How Does It Work?

While the SNMP architecture is simple, the data hierarchy the protocol uses can seem complicated if you’re not familiar with it.…

[image] The Auvik Network Device Buyer’s Guide

Network management

The Auvik Network Device Buyer’s Guide

Buying the right network devices is an essential part of network design, and can have an impact throughout the network lifecycle. Get it…

[image] Network Configuration Management: The Benefits & Importance

Network configuration

Network Configuration Management: The Benefits & Importance

Configuration management is one of those network management topics people often neglect. It’s not very exciting—but it’s incredibly…

[image] What is ITAM? Guide to IT Asset Management

Network management

What is ITAM? Guide to IT Asset Management

In the business world, information technology (IT) is everything. Without it, companies would struggle to keep track of their data and…

O’Reilly Report

[image] Network Basics: Spanning Tree Protocol

Network protocols

Network Basics: Spanning Tree Protocol

For new networkers, Spanning Tree Protocol can be intimidating. But don’t worry! In this easy-to-understand intro, Ethan Banks walks…

[image] Is it Time to Retire Your VPN?

Network configuration

Is it Time to Retire Your VPN?

Back to the question at hand: Is it time to move on from VPN? For an enterprise-wide greenfield deployment or network refresh? Sure,…

[image] Network Basics: What Is Link Aggregation & How Does It Work?

Network management

Network Basics: What Is Link Aggregation & How Does It Work?

Link aggregation is a way of bundling a bunch of individual Ethernet links together so they act like a single logical link. Learn more on…

[image] How to Draw Effective Network Diagrams (Infographic)

Network topology & mapping

How to Draw Effective Network Diagrams (Infographic)

A network diagram is, simply put, a schematic or map of your existing network that illustrates the nodes and their connections. Network…

Command Center (N-Able)

[image] Find and Fix Network Loops

Troubleshooting

Find and Fix Network Loops

Network loops are one of those things that can have you tearing your hair out for days, burning through billable hours while your client…

[image] Identify Vulnerable Devices From Vendor Recalls and Security Notices

Network assessments

Identify Vulnerable Devices From Vendor Recalls and Security Notices

When network hardware vendors issue device recalls, field notices, or security alerts, the implication can be massive for MSPs. But Auvik…

[image] How to Troubleshoot a Broadcast Storm

Network management

How to Troubleshoot a Broadcast Storm

Broadcast storms are a major pain point for network administrators. Learn more about what they are, what causes them, and what steps you…

[image] What is RMM? The Importance of Network Management

Network management

What is RMM? The Importance of Network Management

Remote monitoring and management (RMM) is software with a pretty simple mission: save IT pros time and effort. How? Instead of waiting…

[image] How to Troubleshoot Routing Problems

Network management

How to Troubleshoot Routing Problems

Routing problems tend to emerge when you're first setting up a new piece of network equipment, and when something has failed. Usually…

[image] What is ITIL? IT Infrastructure Library Guide

Network management

What is ITIL? IT Infrastructure Library Guide

What is ITIL? The Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) is a framework of best practices for providing various information…

[image] From Baud to Awed: The History of the Modem

Network management

From Baud to Awed: The History of the Modem

While not nearly as sexy as the handset of a rotary phone plugged into an acoustic coupler, it can be argued that there are actually more…

[image] When Small Gets Big in a Hurry: How to Manage Fast-Growing Networks

Network management

When Small Gets Big in a Hurry: How to Manage Fast-Growing Networks

Fast-growing networks need scalable systems or they’ll explode out of your control. Engineer Keith Tokash shares his hard-won tips for…

[image] Financial Networking From the Edge

Network configuration

Financial Networking From the Edge

Networks that power financial services are fast becoming one of the most exciting areas for edge networking. Financial services…

[image] Updates Paused: How are MSPs Navigating Today’s Supply Chain Issues?

Managing an MSP

Updates Paused: How are MSPs Navigating Today’s Supply Chain Issues?

In a perfect world, a hardware network would probably look pretty boring. If you’re looking to take advantage of scale for the price,…

[image] Introducing OID Monitor History

Introducing OID Monitor History

Despite everyone’s best efforts, network failures happen. And when downtime means lost productivity, fast troubleshooting becomes an…

[image] Network Nickels and Dimes: Government IT on a Budget

Network management

Network Nickels and Dimes: Government IT on a Budget

So what can IT teams at state and local governments do? Is begging for increases to the government IT budget the only solution? Of…

[image] What Else But SNMP?

Network protocols

What Else But SNMP?

Most network engineers have a love/hate relationship with the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). Ok, maybe it’s more like…

[image] What’s next for the Internet of Things?

Network protocols

What’s next for the Internet of Things?

IoT devices seem to be ubiquitous, but the truth is we’re not nearly there yet. In fact, IoT Analytics continues to predict steady…

[image] Finding & Fixing Asymmetric Routing Issues

Troubleshooting

Finding & Fixing Asymmetric Routing Issues

The workstation at the bottom sends a packet to the server along the green path, and it goes through the firewall on the left. But,…

[image] Passing Grade: Top 3 Recommendations for School Network Administrators

Passing Grade: Top 3 Recommendations for School Network Administrators

Peace of mind. There is nothing else like it. And when you’ve planned well, taken decisive action to document, close gaps, review…

[image] What Does it Take to Run a Smart City?

Network management

What Does it Take to Run a Smart City?

From smart lighting, to waste management, to air quality, IoT devices and other “smart city technologies” are rapidly changing life…

[image] Insider Risk: The Call is Coming from Inside the House

Network management

Insider Risk: The Call is Coming from Inside the House

[BONUS POINTS IF YOU CAN NAME THE MOVIES THESE GIFS COME FROM IN THE COMMENTS] In IT, we tend to think of threats as external. Hackers,…

[image] Trends in Education Networking

Trends in Education Networking

The EdTech space is evolving at a rapid pace. In addition to a drastic increase in remote learning, a wide range of new technologies and…

[image] Moving in Concert: What is SD-WAN, and Where is it Going?

Network management

Moving in Concert: What is SD-WAN, and Where is it Going?

SD-WAN evolved quickly throughout the last decade, and we expect more evolutions through the 2020s. Conditions around the modern work…

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

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?

[image] Defending Your Network Infrastructure Against Attack

Defending Your Network Infrastructure Against Attack

Since perfect network security is impossible, your goal is to cover as many of the risk areas as you can with the budget you have. In…

Vendor Diversity Report 2020

[image] 4 Common VPN Types (And When to Use Them)

Network protocols

4 Common VPN Types (And When to Use Them)

Virtual private networks (VPNs) are a straightforward idea. The trick comes in knowing the different VPN types and when to use which.…

[image] Cover Your DRaaS: Everything you need to know about Disaster Recovery

Troubleshooting

Cover Your DRaaS: Everything you need to know about Disaster Recovery

Unplanned downtime carries a hefty price tag for enterprises. In 2020, critical server outages cost enterprises on average at least…

[image] What is a Supply Chain Attack (and What Can You Do About It)?

What is a Supply Chain Attack (and What Can You Do About It)?

Any cybersecurity breach is damaging to individual companies. But when it becomes a supply chain attack, the results can be chaotic and…

[image] What is Network-as-a-Service (NaaS)?

Network configuration

What is Network-as-a-Service (NaaS)?

The flexible consumption model (FCM)—or as we know it—the everything-as-a-Service (XaaS) model, has steadily, but modestly, taken a…

[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 a good location, design an uplink, &…

[image] Will Layer 3 Switches Give Routers the Boot?

Network management

Will Layer 3 Switches Give Routers the Boot?

A Layer 3 switch combines the capabilities of a Layer 2 switch and a router in one device. Does this mean the death of the router is…

[image] Network Discovery Tools: Pros & Cons for 2022

Network management

Network Discovery Tools: Pros & Cons for 2022

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…

[image] What is a Backplane? A Network Backplane Throughput Primer

Network configuration

What is a Backplane? A Network Backplane Throughput Primer

Understanding what backplane throughput is, and it’s related concepts, can help you better design and troubleshoot your network.…

[image] Preventing Network Configuration Drift

Network configuration

Preventing Network Configuration Drift

A cynical network engineer might say, “configuration drift happens when you take the day off.” Someone changed something they…

[image] What is Wi-Fi 6, and What Does it Mean for MSPs?

Wireless networks

What is Wi-Fi 6, and What Does it Mean for MSPs?

Wi-Fi 6 is taking tech world by storm. But should MSPs buy into the hype? We talked with Lee Badman, a wireless network architect and…

[image] Network Management in a Nutshell

Network management

Network Management in a Nutshell

Network management for MSPs is the process of monitoring and controlling a computer network to ensure all of its resources—both…

[image] Distributed Healthcare Network Monitoring is Possible (with the Right System)

Network management

Distributed Healthcare Network Monitoring is Possible (with the Right System)

A single healthcare network monitoring system is one of the most effective solutions for improving the management of distributed and…

[image] What is an Access Control List (ACL)?

Network management

What is an Access Control List (ACL)?

Learn common uses for access control lists (ACLs), the different kinds of lists, and how to implement ACLs effectively.

[image] Cloud-Native Applications: The Risks and Rewards for MSPs (Webinar)

Cloud-Native Applications: The Risks and Rewards for MSPs (Webinar)

Your clients want the freedom of cloud-based collaboration and productivity tools. As an MSP, you want a business-grade solution to…

[image] To Protect and Secure: Selling Cybersecurity as a Service (Webinar)

To Protect and Secure: Selling Cybersecurity as a Service (Webinar)

A new year brings new threats, new exploits—and new MSP opportunities in cybersecurity. Understanding global technology trends and…

[image] Network Troubleshooting Tips for MSPs (Webinar)

Network Troubleshooting Tips for MSPs (Webinar)

Host Steve Petryschuk, director of systems engineering at Auvik, will walk through the most common MSP client networking issues, and how…

[image] Network Basics: Configuring Interfaces on Ethernet Switches

Network configuration

Network Basics: Configuring Interfaces on Ethernet Switches

As a network administrator, you'll likely configure interfaces more than any other thing. Learn how to do it right and stay in control of…

[image] Beyond Zero Trust: What is Continuous Security Validation?

Beyond Zero Trust: What is Continuous Security Validation?

Your continuous control validation efforts can force you to improve your security controls. In turn, your continuous control validation…

[image] Supporting Remote Workers with Auvik During (and after) COVID-19

Network management

Supporting Remote Workers with Auvik During (and after) COVID-19

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

[image] The Kids are Connected: Ensuring Connectivity in Education Networks

The Kids are Connected: Ensuring Connectivity in Education Networks

Connectivity is more important than ever to support our education system. BYOD, remote classes, Wi-Fi, and a variety of digital learning…

[image] How Not to Break Your Network With Updates

Network configuration

How Not to Break Your Network With Updates

Given the risks, you can’t blame the paranoid network engineer that doesn’t want to change or update anything. The problem is that…

[image] Government IT Modernization Must Be More than Skin-Deep

Network assessments

Government IT Modernization Must Be More than Skin-Deep

The fact of the matter is that modernizing government technology has become a necessity. The COVID-19 pandemic proved just how…

Triple-A Webinar

[image] What Is IoMT (And How Is It Shaping Healthcare)?

Network monitoring

What Is IoMT (And How Is It Shaping Healthcare)?

Smart devices are everywhere nowadays, from refrigerators and coffee makers to security cameras and thermostats. A significant percentage…

[image] Managing the Complex Networks of Financial Services

Network management

Managing the Complex Networks of Financial Services

It’s possible to perform network mapping, device discovery, and asset management manually, but it’s not sustainable. Modern networks…

[image] The Future of Private Addresses: Goodbye NAT, Hello IPv6

Network protocols

The Future of Private Addresses: Goodbye NAT, Hello IPv6

So how do we get from IPv4 to IPv6—which we all agree has to happen—when there’s still a raging debate about one of the biggest…

[image] The Lights Never Go Out For Financial Services

Network management

The Lights Never Go Out For Financial Services

The financial sector is in a constant state of change, and institutions must continually adjust to the evolving needs of their customers…

[image] 6 All Too Common Network Security Hacks Your Team Should Know About

6 All Too Common Network Security Hacks Your Team Should Know About

As an IT pro, you’re probably used to doing the heavy lifting when it comes to network security. You might even find your team…

[image] The Challenge of Monitoring a Distributed Network

Network monitoring

The Challenge of Monitoring a Distributed Network

What exactly makes a network distributed? Is a distributed network fundamentally different from a decentralized network? And if they are…

[image] What is QUIC? Everything You Need to Know

Network protocols

What is QUIC? Everything You Need to Know

When I hear QUIC, my immediate reaction is, “The QUICk brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.” That sentence has been ingrained in me…

[image] The 95th Percentile: How to Manage Capacity Before You Run Out

Network assessments

The 95th Percentile: How to Manage Capacity Before You Run Out

95th percentile bandwidth metering is a method to determine usage 95% of the time. Learn how to calculate & do capacity planning.

[image] The Auvik Guide to Basic Switch Configuration

The Auvik 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…

[image] The Auvik Guide to Figuring Out What’s Hogging Your Bandwidth

Network management

The Auvik Guide to Figuring Out What’s Hogging Your Bandwidth

Knowing how to tell what users and devices are using high levels of your network bandwidth is key to proper management. Learn everything…

[image] Using DNS Filtering to your Advantage

Network management

Using DNS Filtering to your Advantage

DNS filtering is the use of DNS to block or allow access to specific content through the use of DNS requests. While technically you can…