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The TCP/IP Guide: A Comprehensive, Illustrated Internet Protocols Reference
This chapter describes some of the key operating fundamentals of TCP beginning with a discussion of how TCP handles data and introduces the concepts of streams, segments, and sequences. Further it describes the most important applications that use TC... Chapter Download
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Cisco PIX firewall configuration from scratch
Cisco PIX firewall configuration is discussed in this step-by-step tip. Learn how to configure a new PIX, out of the box. You will configure passwords, IP addresses, network address translation (NAT) and basic firewall rules. Tip
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Freeware captures raw sockets and TCP/IP packets
SmartSniff allows you to capture TCP/IP packets that pass through your network adapter, and view the captured data as sequence of conversations between clients and servers. Tip
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channel-associated signaling (CAS)
Channel-associated signaling (CAS) is signaling (for example, in a T-carrier system line) in which control signals, such as those for synchronizing and bounding frames, are carried in the same channels as voice and data signals... (Continued) Definition
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Dynamic and static routing
The pros and cons associated with dynamic and static routing. Ask the Expert
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Routing versus routed protocols and the CCNA
Many networking professionals don't really know what a routing protocol is or does. There are those who also couldn't tell you the difference between a routing protocol and a routed protocol. If you are working as a network engineer or preparing to t... Quiz
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Binary-to-decimal conversion
Binary to decimal conversion is explained in this tip on how a network device uses its IP address, subnet mask and default gateway information. Tip
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Making the triple play
Triple play is the hype – and yet there is a serious advantage to be gained that is more than just voice and video mixed with data. Tip
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Network retardation: Will IP networks ever grow up?
Networks and the systems that support them are slow maturing and the heavy lifting and regular maintenance of networks must be attended by humans. The consequence is that networks are slow to adapt, difficult to manage, and do not scale easily. When ... Tip
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What is the advantage of SFP ports on a Gigabit switch?
Our routing and switching expert explains the benefits of SFPs on a Gigabit switch. SFP stands for "small form-factor pluggable" and is a hot-swappable input/output device that plugs into a switch port, allowing multiple options for connectivity. Ask the Expert
Network Management Strategies for the CIO