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FECN/BECN (forward explicit congestion notification/backward explicit congestion notification)
In a frame relay network, FECN (forward explicit congestion notification) is a header bit transmitted by the source (sending) terminal requesting that the destination (receiving) terminal slow down its requests for data. Definition
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TCP/IP offload engine (TOE)
The TCP/IP offload engine (TOE for short) is a technology that is gaining popularity in high-speed Ethernet systems for the purpose of optimizing throughput. Definition
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Will mixing 802.11g and n APs in the same network cause conflicts?
Learn how combining both 802.11g and 802.11n access points (APs) affects network behavior, in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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What correlation does ping latency have with high server activity?
Our network administration expert explains which metrics provide visibility into what's going on at peak activity levels in order to optimize network performance in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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How can I get reliable voice data (VoIP QoS) through ISDN circuits?
Though QoS policies don't work in regards to ISDN, learn how to get reliable VoIP voice data, in this advice from network administration expert Lindi Horton. Ask the Expert
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Properties of Windows Management Instrumentation: Managing Windows networks using scripts, Part 12
Learn how to display all properties of any Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) class in this tip on how to manage Windows networks using scripts. Tip
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Measure wireless network performance using testing tool iPerf
In this tip, learn how to measure wireless networking performance with iPerf -- a tool that calculates TCP/UDP, throughput, loss and delay. Eliminate jitter, isolate bottlenecks of traffic, or monitor Wi-Fi or AP performance using this open source te... Tip
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Next-generation enterprise networks: Links to telecom carriers grow stronger
As the needs of next-generation enterprise networks become clearer, networking vendors and telecom carriers look toward common solutions. Article
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Streaming Olympics video will drain corporate bandwidth
Companies that don't have robust network monitoring and management technology in place may run into bandwidth trouble when NBC starts streaming 2,200 hours of live video during the 2008 Summer Olympics. At this point, network administrators should be... Article
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Juniper updates Network and Security Manager to manage full portfolio
With an update of its Network and Security Manager, Juniper offers a more comprehensive management suite. By managing the security and configuration of all of its enterprise products, the company hopes to improve its competitive position against Cisc... Article