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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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Our latest posts

SaaS Management

How to Create a SaaS Spend Management Strategy

Learn how to create an effective spend management strategy for your SaaS investments. Get key tips to optimize costs and unlock savings.
Author: John Harden
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Cybersecurity

VPN Split Tunneling: A Guide for IT Pros

Should you use VPN split tunneling? Here’s what you need to know to decide.
Author: Kevin Dooley
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SaaS Management

3 Key Insights from the Gartner® Market Guide for SaaS Management Platforms

Auvik is featured as a Representative Vendor in the 2022 Gartner Market Guide for SaaS Management Platforms. Get our 3 top insights.
Author: John Harden
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Careers Blog

L&D at Auvik: Igniting Growth and Learning 

How we deliver valuable learning and development experiences to our people.
Author: Christine Duguay
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SaaS Management

5 Things to Look for in a SaaS Management Platform and Why

Learn how SaaS management platforms solve the challenges of app sprawl, security risks, and wasted costs.
Author: John Harden
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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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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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Configuration & Troubleshooting

How Visibility Makes Empathy Easier, From the IT Desk to the End-User

Remote working environments have increased the distance between IT and end-users. Keeping in touch doesn’t have to be a challenge. Read more.
Author: Rebecca Grassing
Product Marketing Specialist
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Network Management

Powering the Channel: Recognizing Stacey Tozer

Stacey Tozer is recognized in the 2023 CRN Women of the Channel and the IT Europa Channel Awards, a testament to our commitment to EMEA.
Author: Bob Gault
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Managed Service Providers (MSPs)

The 7 Step Guide on How To Budget for Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switches

Expanding and strengthening a network means adding hardware. Understanding the difference between layer 2 and layer 3 switches can help you when it co
Author: Destiny Bertucci
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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