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An advanced switch port mapper: Solarwinds User Device Tracker
A new switch port mapper can find any device plugged into a network, track when it was last connected or send an alert when it reconnects.30 Jun 2011
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How to connect virtual environments to DMZ network architecture
Connecting virtualized environments to DMZ network architecture creates new challenges. Network managers must learn new design methodologies to protect virtual traffic in the DMZ.30 Jun 2011
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Best practices for connecting virtualization hosts to DMZ networks
DMZ networks can be used to protect virtualization hosts, but best practices must be considered, including combing virtual and physical firewalls and locking down virtual switches.30 Jun 2011
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Providing fastest Internet sharing speed for clients
Lindi Horton explains how to provide the fastest Internet sharing speed to a client when many users are trying to access the internet as well as potential issues and solutions.29 Jun 2011
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Wi-fi replacing Ethernet? An expert weighs in on the possibilities
Wireless expert, Lisa Phifer addresses a query regarding Wi-Fi replacing Ethernet. Lisa provides analysis, advantages and disadvantages, and future expectations of both.29 Jun 2011
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Cisco 1200 series access points serve both thick and thin AP roles
Are Cisco 1200 access points operated in “thick” or autonomous mode or as a thin AP, a lightweight access point that is controlled by a central controller? An expert explains.29 Jun 2011
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IPv4 to IPv6 migration: Test your knowledge for a smooth transition
Test your knowledge of IPv4 to IPv6 migration by viewing this video and taking the quiz that follows. Explore the requirements for IPv6 and potentially win a prize.28 Jun 2011
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HP Discover: Where's the core networking evolution?
At HP Discover, HP Networking promised to change the networking industry, but didn't make any about real changes to its own core networking product. Why?27 Jun 2011
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Mobile Wi-Fi hotspots for the enterprise
Businesses have taken notice of the mobile Wi-Fi hotspots trend and have invested in mobile hotspot devices. Question is, which of several options is most suitable for business?27 Jun 2011
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Aruba demos multimedia mobile application delivery on wireless LAN
Mobile application delivery, especially video over Wi-Fi, challenges organizations with throngs of users, but Aruba may have a mobile application delivery answer.23 Jun 2011
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shortest path bridging
Shortest path bridging, or 802.1aq, is the IEEE’s specification for enabling multi-pathing in the data center. Shortest path bridging is similar conceptually to its IETF counterpart, Transparent In...20 Jun 2011
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Enterprise network testing: Best practices for developing a test lab
Enterprise network testing can minimize IT service outages, yet developing a test lab can bring up various issues. Knowing best practices for running a test facility is imperative.20 Jun 2011
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Enterprise energy management: IT and building management systems meet
As IP-based building management systems emerge, networking teams will control integrated IT and building resources as part of an overall enterprise energy management strategy.20 Jun 2011
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Enterasys offers remote network management via Facebook and Twitter
Enterasys Networks introduces remote network management via enterprise social media. Is network management via Twitter and Facebook revolutionary or a marketing gimmick?16 Jun 2011
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Where should virtual appliances for network services live?
Virtual appliances for network services need not be confined to a data center's general pool of ESX hosts, as vendors leverage virtualization and build specialized hardware.14 Jun 2011
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Data center fabric overview
A data center fabric is the next logical step for networks in the virtualization age. Discover the need for a data center fabric, as well as our roundup of players in the market.10 Jun 2011
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Why TRILL won't work for data center network architecture
TRILL supporters say the protocol will enable multi-pathing in new data center network architectures, but Fast Packet blogger Anjan Venkatramani explains why it won't work.09 Jun 2011
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Transparent Interconnection of Lots of Links (TRILL)
Transparent Interconnection of Lots of Links (TRILL) is the Internet Engineering Task Force’s specification for enabling multi-pathing in the data center. The protocol is intended to replace the sp...08 Jun 2011
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Network and storage convergence: Network Evolution eZine
This edition of our Network Evolution eZine investigates how network managers are addressing convergence in the real world.08 Jun 2011
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Multiple access point configuration: Distinguish transmitted signals
Lisa Phifer explains multiple access point configuration when a device tries to differentiate transmitted signals from each point and explains potential issues.07 Jun 2011
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