Microsoft Server Articles:
Windows 2003 DHCP Server Installation & Configura…
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a protocol that allows clients on a network to request network configuration settings from a server run…
How to Recover & Create "Show Desktop" Icon Funct…
The Show Desktop feature, included with almost all versions of Windows up to Windows 7, allows a user to minimize or restore all open programs and e…
Windows Server 2016 Licensing Made Easy – Underst…
This article describes the new Windows Server 2016 Licensing model (per-core licensing) Microsoft has implemented for its new server-based operating…
Windows 2012 Server Foundation, Essential, Standa…
FREE Hyper-V & VMware Virtualization Backup: FREE for Firewall.cx readers for a Limited Time! Download Now!
Windows Server 2012 Edi…
Featured Subcategories:
Virtualization Articles:
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 virtua…
How to Enable or Disable SSH on VMware ESXi via W…
SSH access to VMware’s ESXi server is by disabled by default however there are many reasons where SSH might be required. VMware and System administra…
How to Enable SNMP on VMware ESXi Host & Configur…
In this article we will show you how to enable SNMP on your VMware ESXi host, configure SNMP Community string and configure your ESXi firewall to all…
6 Key Areas to Consider When Selecting a VM Backu…
Backup and Disaster recovery are core considerations for any business with an IT footprint, whether that is on-premises or in the cloud.
Your busine…
Windows Workstation Articles:
How to Join a Windows 8, 8.1 Client to Windows Do…
In this article, we will show how to add a Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 client to a Windows Domain / Active Directory. The article can be considered an e…
The Importance of Windows Hosts File - How to Use…
This article explains how the Windows operating system makes use of the popular Host file, where it is located for various operating systems, how it…
How to Add and Remove Applications from Windows 8…
In this article, we'll show you how to add (pin) and remove (unpin) any application from the Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 Metro Start Screen. Tiles or th…
Revealing & Backing Up Your Windows 8 – Windows 8…
Backing up your Windows License Product Key is essential for reinstallation of your Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 operating system. In some cases, the Gen…
Linux-Unix Articles:
Working with Linux TCP/IP Network Configuration F…
This article covers the main TCP/IP network configuration files used by Linux to configure various network services of the system such as IP Address…
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.&nbs…
Linux VIM / Vi Editor - Tutorial - Basic & Advanc…
When you are using Vim, you want to know three things - getting in, moving about and getting out. Of course, while doing these three basic operations…
Why Use Linux?
The first question is - what are the benefits of using Linux instead of Windows? This is in fact a constant debate between the Windows and Linux comm…
All-in-one protection for Microsoft 365
FREE Hyper-V & VMware Backup
Enterprise-Class Cloud & Network Monitoring
Wi-Fi Key Generator
Network and Server Monitoring
Follow Firewall.cx
Recommended Downloads
Cisco Password Crack
Decrypt Cisco Type-7 Passwords on the fly!
Bandwidth Monitor
Free PatchManager
Security Podcast
Firewall Analyzer
Popular Articles:
Palo Alto Firewalls Security Zones – Tap Zone, Virtual…
Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls rely on the concept of security zones in order to apply security policies. This means that access lists (fire…
Free March 2021 Training/Seminars: Endpoint Management…
ManageEngine continues its commitment to help IT staff around the globe manage their organization's endpoints and the IT operations for the remote and on-…
Optimizing Cisco Router Performance: Best Practices fo…
Effective monitoring and management of Cisco routers and network devices are essential for ensuring a robust and efficient network infrastructure. In this…
6 Key Areas to Consider When Selecting a VM Backup Sol…
Backup and Disaster recovery are core considerations for any business with an IT footprint, whether that is on-premises or in the cloud.
Your business de…
Security Service Edge (SSE) Limitations & Disadvantage…
This article explores the Security Service Edge (SSE) portion of Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and the need for holistic cybersecurity protections.
W…
5 Most Critical Microsoft M365 Vulnerabilities Reveale…
Microsoft 365 is an incredibly powerful software suite for businesses, but it is becoming increasingly targeted by people trying to steal your data. The g…
The Benefits of Palo Alto Networks Firewall Single Pas…
What makes Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) so different from its competitors is its Platform, Process and Architecture. Palo Alto Netwo…
How To Secure Your SD-WAN. Comparing DIY, Managed SD-W…
With so much enterprise network traffic now destined for the cloud, backhauling traffic across an expensive MPLS connection to a data center to apply secu…