Networking Tips and Tutorials
Networking Overview
At its most basic level, computer networking is about linking various computing devices together. The distances between connected hardware can be modest (across a room) or vast (across the globe), but many of the same underlying technologies are employed: Routers, switches, Ethernet cables, optical fiber, Wi-Fi networks, IP addresses, and networking protocols. Network administrators and architects need to be acquainted with all of these technologies.
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Network Address Translation Configuration
In this follow-up to our introduction to Network Address Translation (NAT), learn how configure dynamic, static, and overloaded NAT.
How to Identify What Is Connected to a Network Switch
Trying to identify what is connected to a Cisco network switch? We show you some options, both free and commercial.
How to Block Websites by IP Address
No Facebook for you! Learn how to block specific websites by IP address and how to research those addresses in this helpful how-to article.
IPv4 and IPv6 Subnetting Differences
Do you know the fundamental differences between IPv4 and IPv6 subnetting? Read on to find out.
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Generating Site Survey Reports Using Cisco WCS
Learn how to generate impressive site survey reports using Cisco WCS with this helpful step-by-step article.
How To Configure a Cisco Router to Export NetFlow Data
A walk-through with Josh Stevens, Head Geek at SolarWinds, on configuring a Cisco router to export NetFlow data. In this video Josh covers the manual setup
How to Configure a Cisco Router as a Terminal Server
David Davis shows us how to quickly access the console on Cisco routers and switches and how to configure them as terminal servers.
Basics of Cisco Switch Administration - Part 1
Need help configuring a switch port or seeing what MAC address is on what port? David Davis serves up some Cisco switch admin basics.
How to Recover a Lost Password on a Cisco Switch
Lost the password to your Cisco switch? David Davis walks you through how to recover that password (and your sanity).
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