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Ethernet Protocol, CSMA/CD, Collisions

The Ethernet II Frame Format

The following is a description of the frame format described by the original Ethernet Version II specification as released by DEC, Intel, and Xerox. Like the 802.3 spec, the Version II spec defines a…

Cisco Routers

Introduction To Routers

Welcome to the Routers section. Here we will analyse routers quite some depth; what they do and how they work. We must point out that knowlege on the OSI model is recommended, plus understanding of h…

Linux - Unix

Installing Software On Linux

Installing software in Linux is very different from Windows for one very simple reason: most Linux programs come in 'source code' form. This allows you to modify any program (if you're a programmer)…

Cisco Switches

Resolving Cisco Switch & Router ‘DHCP Server Pool…

In previous articles, we showed how it is possible to configure a Cisco router or Catalyst switch to provide DHCP server services to network clients. Everything usually works without a problem, howev…

Linux - Unix

Installing & Configuring Linux Webmin - Linux Web…

For many engineers and administrators, maintaining a Linux system can be a daunting task, especially if there’s limited time or experience. Working in shell mode, editing files, restartin…

Linux - Unix

Linux File & Folder Permissions

File & folder security is a big part of any operating system and Linux is no exception! These permissions allow you to choose exactly who can access your files and folders, providing an overall…

OpManager - Network Monitoring & Management

Ensuring Enterprise Network Readiness for Mobile…

Demands for Enterprise networks to properly support mobile users is on a continuous rise making it more than ever necessary for IT departments to provide high-quality services to its users. This arti…

OpManager - Network Monitoring & Management

Boost Network Security and Efficiency with Intell…

Network alerts are vital for maintaining your network's health, efficiency, and security, ensuring seamless daily operations. They act as an early warning system, alerting you to potential issues bef…

Linux - Unix

Updating Your Linux Server - How to Update Linux…

Like any other software, an operating system needs to be updated. Updates are required not only because of the new hardware coming into the market, but also for improving the overall performance and…

Domain Name System (DNS)

The DNS Protocol - Part 1: Introduction

If you ever wondered where DNS came from, this is your chance to find out ! The quick summary on DNS's history will also help you understand why DNS servers are run mostly on Linux and Unix-type syst…

The OSI Model

The OSI Model: Layer 4 - Transport Layer

The Transport layer is responsible for providing mechanisms for multiplexing upper-layer application, session establishment, data transfer and tear down of virtual circuits. It also hides details of…

Routing

OSPF - Part 3: OSPF Adjacency & Neighbor Forming…

This is the thrid article of our 6-part OSPF series (see below) that describes how OSPF routers perform neighbor relationship and adjacency. We’ll examine how OSPF discovers neighbors by sending Hell…