Tips
Tips
Campus area network
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Cool Internet utilities
In this tip, Tom discusses a couple Internet sites that can help an admin diagnose traffic issues. Continue Reading
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Saving configuration files
Some low-cost ways to save your network configuration files in case you have a hardware failure. Continue Reading
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Which switch?
Some guidelines for choosing the right switch manufacturer. Continue Reading
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OSPF configuration
Nuances of OSPF configuration could impact your network more than you expect. Continue Reading
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Measuring your wireless network's range
Why you should measure your wireless network's range and some tools to help. Continue Reading
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Power protection
Some recommendations for keeping your network up if your routers don't support standard UPSs. Continue Reading
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Creating a sub-network
Advice for creating a sub-network. Continue Reading
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Tips on working with VLSM
Variable Length Subnet Masks (VLSM) can require some serious number crunching but there are many ways to help make the process simpler. Continue Reading
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Diagrams - samples
Some samples of the Visio diagrams described in previous tips. Continue Reading
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Diagrams - part 2
Combining logical and physical components on your network diagrams can be confusing, but by layering your diagrams you can represent everything on one diagram. Continue Reading
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Network diagrams and documentation: Part 1
Network diagrams and documentation are the topics of this tip on keeping your network organized. Continue Reading
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Total print management
Some hints for managing your network printers and also what to look for in management software. Continue Reading
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Good fences may result in poor 802.11a performance
Why are we still more gung-ho on 802.11g as a primary alternative than 802.11a technology? The main reason is the compatibility issue. Continue Reading
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Netsh
A command line utility for Windows systems. Continue Reading
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802.1x - not just for wireless?
A look at how you can use 802.1x protocol to authenticate on a LAN. Continue Reading