LANs (Local Area Networks)

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    In the continuation of his series on managing different aspects of Windows networks using scripts, Mitch Tulloch walks you through the steps of "tidying up" a simple script that changes the IP address assigned to your network adapter.  Tip

  • KVM switch (keyboard, video, mouse switch)

    A KVM (keyboard, video, mouse) switch is a hardware device that allows a user to control multiple computers from a single keyboard, video display monitor and mouse.  Definition

  • virtual LAN (VLAN)

    A virtual (or logical) LAN is a local area network with a definition that maps workstations on some other basis than geographic location (for example, by department, type of user, or primary application).  Definition

  • virtual systems management (VSM)

    Virtual systems management (VSM), also known as virtual system management, is the process of remotely managing the allocation and use of resources in conventional networks as well as in virtual area networks (VANs), virtual private networks (VPNs), v...  Definition

  • GVRP (GARP VLAN Registration Protocol or Generic VLAN Registration Protocol)

    GVRP (GARP VLAN Registration Protocol or Generic VLAN Registration Protocol) is a protocol that facilitates control of virtual local area networks (VLANs) within a larger network . GVRP conforms to the IEEE 802.1Q specification, which defines a meth...  Definition

  • Network administration guide

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  • Managing Windows networks using scripts -- The basics

    Learning to use scripts can make the life of a network administrator a lot easier by allowing you to automate daily administration tasks. This tip begins a series on using scripts to manage Windows networks.  Tip

  • How do I connect my VLANs to the Internet using NAT and the appropriately configured ACL?

    Confused about using NAT and configuring ACL? Learn how to connect your VLANs to the Internet over a router with sub-interfaces already defined.  Ask the Expert

  • virtual private LAN service (VPLS)

    Virtual private LAN service (VPLS) is a technology that makes it possible to connect local area networks (LANs) over the Internet, so that they appear to subscribers like a single Ethernet LAN. A VPLS uses multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) to crea...  Definition

  • PAIR (Policy Analysis of Internet Routing)

    The Policy Analysis of Internet Routing (PAIR) project is a Merit Network initiative dedicated to developing tools that Internet service providers (ISPs), network operators, and end users can use to troubleshoot Internet routing and policy problems.  Definition

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