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Network access control server eases guest access
Cisco Network Admission Control Guest Server, released today, can relieve some of the headaches of guest network access while also acting as a building block to a broader network access control (NA...13 Nov 2007
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Wireless LAN performance
This tech tip looks at the often-tricky endeavor of benchmarking the performance of wireless LANs. We examine the key issues and what to look out for, and then explore a recommended practice for ef...13 Nov 2007
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How can I achieve auto-negotiations between my device and switches?
Trying to troubleshoot a device on the network? Learn how to get managed switches (from Extreme and Cisco) to perform auto-negotiation with your devices, in this response from our switch expert.11 Nov 2007
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How to set up access points for your wireless network
Wireless network expert, Lisa Phifer teaches you how to set up access points (APs) to communicate with each other and share an Internet connection, in this expert response.07 Nov 2007
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Integrating edge assets into networks can cut costs
Properly managing integrated edge assets can save time and prevent headaches for network administrators.07 Nov 2007
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Cisco upgrades Catalyst 4500 and 6500 switches
Cisco today released updates to its modular Catalyst 4500 and 6500 switch series to add more capacity, scalability and redundancy.06 Nov 2007
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Can a broadband network installer compromise your network security?
Can a broadband provider compromise your network security by monitoring your network? Find out in this expert response with Michael Gregg.06 Nov 2007
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Do social networking products (blogs) pose network security threats?
Find out how a social networking product or program like a blog might pose a network security threat, in this expert response.06 Nov 2007
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What types of network firewalls are there?
Learn what network firewall types exist to protect your network, in this response with enterprise security expert Michael Gregg.06 Nov 2007
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How do I troubleshoot wireless access points (APs) losing connectivity?
Learn why wireless access points (APs) commonly lose network connectivity in this expert response with wireless networking expert Lisa Phifer.06 Nov 2007
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How do we add wireless printer servers to our network?
Learn how to add wireless printer servers to your network: Know what equipment you need and how to stop non-employees from using those printers.06 Nov 2007
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Configuring VLANs
A virtual LAN (VLAN) is a broadcast domain created by switches. VLANs are a convenient way to connect ports from different switches and different buildings onto the same network and broadcast domai...06 Nov 2007
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What cable do I install for a Nortel wireless access point?
Wondering what kind of cable you need for a Nortel wireless access point, or an access point that supports IP wireless telephones? Learn which cable gives you a better margin of error in this exper...02 Nov 2007
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deep packet inspection (DPI)
Deep packet inspection (DPI) is an advanced method of packet filtering that functions at the Application layer of the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) reference model... (Continued)01 Nov 2007
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Network design: Five ways to lower your costs
Any modern company needs a fast and efficient network to support its communications and business systems, and superior technology can sometimes provide the upper hand in a competitive market. At th...01 Nov 2007
Network Management Strategies for the CIO