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Why are patch panels required for cabling networks?
When cabling networks, you may wonder why it's a requirement to have patch panels and why they aren't connected to switches. This expert response explains why and how they're used in a rack with mu...07 Nov 2008
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How to configure Cisco's 3750 Layer 3 switch for fallback IOS booting
Our switching expert explains how to configure your Cisco 3750 Layer 3 (L3) switch to automatically boot your system from the IOS kept on the TFTP server, in this response on fallback booting.07 Nov 2008
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Network management software vendors offer virtualization management
Network management software vendors SolarWinds and PacketTrap have added server virtualization management and monitoring into their products. Experts say this is a good first step as virtualization...05 Nov 2008
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The TPM chip: An unexploited resource for network security
The TPM chip developed by the Trusted Computing Group is installed in most new desktops, laptops and servers. It can be used to strengthen user login authentication, protect against unauthorized so...05 Nov 2008
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HTTP error code troubleshooting, Part 1: HTTP status codes defined
To troubleshoot HTTP error codes, you must first understand HTTP status codes. Any time a client issues an HTTP request to a Web server, the server returns a response code. In this tip, learn the 1...04 Nov 2008
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How to boost the wireless ranges of laptops
Learn how to boost the wireless range of a laptop computer so that you can reach the access point of a service provider in this how-to by wireless networking expert Lisa Phifer.02 Nov 2008
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Which exams must I pass for CCVP and CCNP recertification?
To recertify for Cisco's networking certifications, CCNP and CCVP, you have a these options.02 Nov 2008
Network Management Strategies for the CIO