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Ethernet Protocol, CSMA/CD, Collisions

The IEEE 802.3 Frame Format

The following is a description of the Ethernet Frame Format described in the IEEE 802.3 Specification. The 802.3 Specification defines a 14 byte Data Link Header followed by a Logical Link Control He…

Windows Servers

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Cisco Data Center (Nexus/UCS)

The Complete Cisco Nexus vPC Guide. Features & Ad…

Cisco virtual Port Channel (vPC) is a virtualization technology, launched in 2009, which allows links that are physically connected to two different Cisco Nexus Series devices to appear as a single p…

IP Protocol

IP Protocol - Part 1: Binary & The Internet Proto…

To understand the Internet Protocol, we need to learn and understand Binary. It is very important to know and understand Binary because part of the IP protocol is also the "Subnetting" section which…

SASE & SD-WAN Networks

SD-WAN is the Emerging, Evolving Solution for the…

A lot has changed in how people work during the past twenty years. Co-working spaces, mobility, and the cloud now are common. Businesses are spread out and branch offices are empowered. This new fun…

Netflow

Netflow vs SNMP. Two Different Approaches to Netw…

SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) and Netflow are both popular protocols with admins, prized for their ability to give visibility over the network and in some cases discern the cause of netwo…

Virtualization & VM Backup

8 Critical Features to Have in a VM Backup Soluti…

Businesses that rely on virtual machines for their day-to-day operations should think twice about securing their infrastructure. Modern use of virtual machines stems from the benefits of virtualizati…

TCP - UDP Protocol Analysis

Transmission Control Protocol - Part 4: In-Depth…

This article is an introduction to the 7-page TCP Header analysis section that follows. We briefly view each section of the TCP Header and then move on to its analysis using detailed colourful diagra…

Windows Servers

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Routing

OSPF - Part 2: How OSPF Protocol Works & Basic Co…

This article covers basic OSPF concepts and operation. We explain how OSPF works, how OSPF tables are built on an OSPF-enabled router and their purpose (Neighbour Table, Topology Table, Routing Table…

Ethernet Protocol, CSMA/CD, Collisions

Introduction to Ethernet Collisions

The word "Collision" shouldn't be any new news to people who work with networks everyday. If it is thought, don't worrie, that's why you are here. A collision is an event that happens on an Ethernet…

ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer

7 Essential Firewall Management Strategies for Ma…

A firewall appliance is a fundamental pillar of network security, acting as the first line of defense against cyber threats. However, its strength is only as good as its configuration, monitoring…