Foundational Focus: OSI Model - Breaking Down the 7 Layers
sponsored by Global Knowledge
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The OSI model is a conceptual tool used to discuss and describe network functions. It is a good idea to be familiar with the OSI model, the features assigned to each layer, and examples of common protocols or technologies associated with the OSI layers.
Posted: 07 May 2013 | Published: 12 Apr 2013
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IPv6 Addressing Plan Basics
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Creating an IPv6 addressing plan is one of the most important pre-adoption tasks you have. This white paper details the technical and business requirements of deploying IPv6 and also provides a sample plan. View now to learn more!
Posted: 26 Apr 2013 | Published: 26 Apr 2013
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Session Hijacking: How to Protect Your Customers and Your Corporate Data
sponsored by Thawte Inc.
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This whitepaper details the challenges of session hijacking – or sidejacking – and why it is becoming such a prominent issue today, especially with the adoption of social media. View now to uncover the implications of these detrimental attacks and learn how to truly keep your users and organization safe.
Posted: 06 Feb 2013 | Published: 30 Sep 2011
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Trust Matters: Building Trust Standards on the Web
sponsored by Thawte Inc.
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Do you think your website is trustworthy? Read the results of a survey commissioned to reveal how trustworthy IT managers in three countries believe their websites are – and why (in some cases) they couldn't be more wrong.
Posted: 06 Feb 2013 | Published: 06 Feb 2013
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Defeating Advanced Persistent Threat Malware
sponsored by Infoblox
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DNS-exploiting – or advanced persistent threat (APT) – malware is the most costly, sophisticated, and difficult of malwares to deal with. Did you know a DNS firewall can help? Read this whitepaper to learn more!
Posted: 31 Jan 2013 | Published: 31 Jan 2013
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Simplify Your Route to the Internet: Three Advantages of Using LISP
sponsored by Global Knowledge
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Uncover the ins and outs of the Location ID separation protocol (LISP): what it is, how it works, how it compares to BGP, and the top three advantages it provides. View now to get help deciding if this protocol can truly help simplify the route to the internet in your organization.
Posted: 29 Jan 2013 | Published: 29 Jan 2013
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Demystifying VLAN Trunk Protocol
sponsored by Global Knowledge
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This detailed white paper will help you uncover the truth about the often-misunderstood Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) Trunk Protocol, or VTP. Discover an in-depth overview of how VTP works and see how you can overcome VTP challenges to minimize network outages and more – read on to get started.
Posted: 10 Jan 2013 | Published: 31 Dec 2012
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Next Generation Access Network Architecture: Protocols Are Free
sponsored by Aerohive Networks
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Discover how using a distributed control approach to your network architecture can help you conquer the speed, access, and smart device challenges so many organisations today are facing, and eliminate the need for the costly, performance-degrading centralised controller model.
Posted: 08 Oct 2012 | Published: 09 May 2012
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Basics of IP Address Subnetting
sponsored by Global Knowledge
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This document explains the basics of IP version 4 addressing through detailed examples and instructions. Learn how to use subnet masking to properly direct network traffic to the right destinations.
Posted: 06 Mar 2012 | Published: 06 Mar 2012
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Cisco Service Provider Next Generation Networks
sponsored by Global Knowledge
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In this white paper discover how the Cisco Service Provider Next Generation Networks (IP NGN) works and how service providers are benefiting from this technology. Explore examples of configurations for different platforms and contrast the differences in the types of operating systems.
Posted: 22 Feb 2012 | Published: 22 Aug 2012
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Reducing Network Complexity, Boosting Performance with HP IRF Technology
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In this white paper, learn how Intelligent Resilient Framework (IRF) technology can help you improve the performance of network switches.
Posted: 13 Jan 2012 | Published: 13 Jan 2012
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DNS: Risk, Reward and Managed Services
sponsored by Verisign, Inc.
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This white paper outlines the pros and cons of in-house, ISP and managed service provider DNS management options.
Posted: 11 Nov 2011 | Published: 11 Nov 2011
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Using Voice over IP (VoIP) in Mobile Networks
sponsored by Global Knowledge
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While the technology that supports VoIP has been present since the mid-1990s, the ability to quickly alternate between VoIP and circuit-switched networks has come into prominence in the last few years. Access this white paper for a full history and overview of the current mobile communications landscape.
Posted: 20 Jun 2011 | Published: 20 Jun 2011
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The TCP/IP and OSI Models
sponsored by Global Knowledge
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Check out this white paper to learn about two network protocol models, TCP/IP and OSI.
Posted: 04 Mar 2011 | Published: 04 Mar 2011
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Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) Overview
sponsored by Global Knowledge
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MPLS stands for Multiprotocol Label Switching and is defined as “a mechanism in high-performance telecommunications networks that direct and carried data from one network node to the next, making it easy to create ‘virtual links’ between distant nodes.” Read on for a thorough overview of MPLS and learn how MPLS can benefit your organization.
Posted: 22 Nov 2010 | Published: 22 Nov 2010
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An Overview of MPLS VPNs: Overlay, Layer 3, and PseudoWire
sponsored by Global Knowledge
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This paper examines the big picture when it comes to Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), and what happens when a data packet traverses an MPLS cloud.
Posted: 22 Nov 2010 | Published: 22 Nov 2010
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Key Considerations for MPLS IP-VPN Success
sponsored by XO Communications
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Uncover the benefits of an MPLS-based private IP network and learn how it can not only help you simplify network management and reduce costs, but also prioritize application, create and improve disaster recovery, and much more!
Posted: 25 May 2012 | Published: 30 Apr 2012
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The Essentials Series: Solving Network Problems Before They Occur - How to Use SNMP in Network Problem Resolution
sponsored by Ipswitch WhatsUp Gold
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The Simple Network Management Protocol can help you get a clear view into your network. Network visibility is one of the most important ways you can quickly find and eliminate issues and ensure that your network is doing everything it’s supposed to.
Posted: 13 Feb 2012 | Published: 13 Feb 2012
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How to Save Time and Money Making Your Transition to IPv6
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
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This white paper discusses 9 strategies that can save your business time and money while transitioning to IPv6, by slowing the need for replacements and mitigating risks.
Posted: 10 Oct 2011 | Published: 10 Oct 2011
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Database Middleware: Struggling with Performance?
sponsored by Progress DataDirect
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Drivers are an important component of database middleware, but they don’t work in isolation. They’re part of a multi-layered architecture that handles the communication between a database application and the database management software. Learn how these layers influence performance and how to optimize efficiency for data requests and responses.
Posted: 03 Feb 2011 | Published: 03 Feb 2011
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What Enterprises Should Do About IPv6 in 2011
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
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The purpose of this white paper is to provide enterprises with guidance, based on a three- to five-year outlook, on how IPv6 should be included in their network design, planning, and operations starting today. The intended audience is enterprise network administrators.
Posted: 26 Jan 2011 | Published: 26 Jan 2011
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Cisco and Standards: Opening the Door to Borderless Networks
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
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This white paper details the need for standards adoption and adherence in order to reap the rewards in the following areas: Integration and testing, deployment, operations, problem resolution, availability, security, accessibility, open systems, cost savings, and choice.
Posted: 01 Dec 2010 | Published: 30 Nov 2010
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Ten Top Problems Network Techs Encounter
sponsored by Fluke Networks
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This whitepaper discusses ten common problems encountered by network technicians today and their symptoms, causes, and resolutions.
Posted: 27 Jan 2010 | Published: 01 Jul 2009
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Router Essentials
sponsored by Global Knowledge
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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: 11 Oct 2008
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Going Serverless at the Branch Office: Using WAN Optimization to Solve the Server Consolidation Challenge
sponsored by Expand Networks
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The Expand Accelerator is a standards-based, tightly integrated, multi-service platform that delivers a complete application acceleration solution.
Posted: 16 Jun 2008 | Published: 01 Jun 2008
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