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ALSO CALLED: Ethernet, IEEE 802.3, 802.1x, 802.3
DEFINITION: 802.3 is a standard specification for Ethernet, a method of physical communication in a local area network (LAN), which is maintained by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). In general, 802.3 specifies the physical media and the working characteristics of Ethernet. The original Ethernet supports a data rate of 10 megabits per second (Mbps) and specifies these possible physical  … 
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Intel? PRO/1000 T IP Storage Adapter: Bringing Gigabit Ethernet to Network Storage
sponsored by Intel
DATA SHEET: The Intel? PRO/1000 T IP Storage Adapter allows companies to build cost-effective Storage Area Networks (SANs) using standard LAN/Ethernet infrastructure.
Posted: 19 Jul 2004 | Published: 19 Jul 2004


Best Practices for Network Transformation for Carrier Ethernet Services
sponsored by ECI Telecom
WHITE PAPER: ECI's 1Net architecture helps service providers converge core Ethernet and DWDM networks for increased service flexibility while lowering operating and capital expenses. ECI's converged network not only addresses the needs of operators, but also sets a new standard for network efficiency and service quality. Read this whitepaper to find out more.
Posted: 17 Sep 2009 | Published: 17 Sep 2009


How a Spanning Tree Works
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: The way a switch learns Ethernet (MAC) addresses is by inspecting the Ethernet frame and recording the source MAC address in a dynamic table. The switch will also associate a learned MAC address with a port. It can then make intelligent forwarding decisions based on the destination MAC address. This white paper illustrates the process.
Posted: 29 Jun 2009 | Published: 29 Jun 2009


CCNA v2.0 Review: Critical Concepts of the 640-802 CCNA Exam
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: This paper helps students understand the types of information required to pass the new 640-802 CCNA composite exam by providing a convenient review of the exam's critical concepts.
Posted: 17 Oct 2008 | Published: 17 Oct 2008


Demystifying Network Communications
sponsored by AutomationDirect
TECHNICAL ARTICLE: For many, the world of communications is mystifying, shrouded in complexity and unknowns with equal parts science and magic, and 100% scary. This article demystifies what a network is, breaking it down into human terms.
Posted: 14 Nov 2008 | Published: 14 Nov 2008


The Case for Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs)
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: In this whitepaper you will learn about the evolution of Ethernet, the reasons VLANs were introduced, and the ways that VLANs can be used.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008


TCP/IP Troubleshooting
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WEBCAST: Attend this webcast with Ted Rohling and you will know that learning to troubleshoot is an ongoing process.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Premiered: 10 Dec 2008


Router Essentials
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: Build a basic foundation of knowledge about routers, the devices that allow you to move packets between networks, by reading this white paper.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008


Prescription For Growth: Dell Storage Helps Navicure Reduce Disaster Recovery Site Deployment Time By Nearly 75%
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
CASE STUDY: Navicure, an insurance claims processing company, needed a more robust storage and disaster recovery solution. They chose a scalable, in-house storage area network using Dell EqualLogic PS Series Internet SCSI arrays, and automated the planning, testing, and deployment of a disaster recovery solution using VMware Site Recovery Manager software.
Posted: 05 Jun 2009 | Published: 05 Jun 2009


The OSI Model: Understanding the Seven Layers of Computer Networks
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: This paper explains each of the seven layers of OSI model, including their functions and their relationships, also it provide with an overview of the network process, which can act as a framework for understanding the details of computer networking.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008


Two Paths to Service Class Packet Optical
sponsored by ECI Telecom
WHITE PAPER: As services shift to IP protocols and bandwidth demands grow, Wireline Telcos and Cable MSOs alike must evolve their infrastructures to become IP centric. Read this whitepaper to learn more about the two paths service providers are taking to get to this new infrastructure and how they both end up in the same place.
Posted: 17 Sep 2009 | Published: 17 Sep 2009


Geek-Speak Glossary: A Manager's Guide to IT Terminology
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: This glossary is a guide to the most commonly used and confused IT terms, designed to help managers better communicate with (and understand) their IT staff.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008


TCP/IP Sleuthing--Troubleshooting TCP/IP Using Your Toolbox
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: Troubleshooting is a necessary part of supporting any network installation. This paper will explain how to consider troubleshooting different problems that could exist in network.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008


Survival Guide: Securing Networks without Borders Show
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WEBCAST: In today’s era of borderless networks, minimizing your exposure to outside threats is more crucial than ever. In this video, discover how to reduce the potential attack surfaces available to data thieves without buying any new hardware or software. Learn the latest methods employed by hackers to gain access to your network and how to eliminate them
Posted: 20 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 20 Nov 2009


Data Center Virtualization and Efficiency: Server, Network and Storage Perspective
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WEBCAST: Watch this webcast to gain insight into how data center virtualization technologies are contributing to dramatic increases in efficiency and reduced capital and operational expenses. Discover current trends driving the virtualized data center.
Posted: 24 Sep 2009 | Premiered: 24 Sep 2009

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ETHERNET PROTOCOLS DEFINITION (continued): …  media:10BASE-2 (Thinwire coaxial cable with a maximum segment length of 185 meters)10BASE-5 (Thickwire coaxial cable with a maximum segment length of 500 meters)10BASE-F (optical fiber cable)10BASE-T (ordinary telephone twisted pair wire)10BASE-36 (broadband multi-channel coaxial cable with a maximum segment length of 3,600 meters) This designation is an IEEE shorthand identifier. The "10" in the media type designation refers to the transmission speed of 10 Mbps. The "BASE" refers to baseband signalling, which means that only Ethernet signals are carried on the medium (or, with 10BASE-36, on … 
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