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IP network design, part 3: Designing the WAN
The wide area network (WAN) is the single biggest contributor to a corporate network's cost of ownership. Therefore, this is the area where the cost-versus-performance tradeoff is most pronounced and most critical. This article explores the various a... Tip
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IP network design, part 2: The IP addressing plan
The IP addressing plan is the foundation upon which a successful logical design is built. Part two of this tip explains how to formulate a scalable IP addressing plan that can support the network as it grows. Tip
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IP network design, part 1: Fundamental principles
A competent network design is the foundation upon which all successful network implementations are built. This is the first of four articles that focus on the design of IP-based networks, due to the prevalence of IP as the de-facto standard desktop p... Tip
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Long range ethernet
Methods of long range network access. Tip
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Convergence moves into the management realm
What does the recent convergence of networking companies mean for customers? Tip
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Connecting storage networks
Once you decide to use a SAN you have to decide how your network will connect to the servers, these tips will help. Tip
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Extra NICs
Some uses for your hardware's extra NICs. Tip
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Cryptography For Dummies, Chapter 1
This chapter provides insight into the art of cryptography -- scrambling data so that it looks like babble to anyone except those who know the trick to decoding it. Tip
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Utilize handhelds for helpdesk assistance
If you are using an online helpdesk, reach the users who can't get online by utilizing their handhelds. Tip
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The rebirth of a network
Follow the network life cycle through conception to maturation and decline and discover how an unproductive network can be transformed to meet the needs of your business. Tip
Network Management Strategies for the CIO