An Overview of MPLS VPNs: Overlay, Layer 3, and PseudoWire
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
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
|
|
|
Basics of IP Address Subnetting
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
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
|
|
|
Cisco Service Provider Next Generation Networks
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
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 Feb 2012
|
|
|
DNS: Risk, Reward and Managed Services
sponsored by Verisign, Inc.
WHITE PAPER:
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
|
|
|
E-Guide: Prioritizing Application Security Concerns
sponsored by Coverity
EGUIDE:
Application security has significantly grown and developed in sophistication over the past few years, but so have the threats that seek to wreak havoc on your software. Read this expert e-guide to learn best practices on how to ensure your applications are protected with the highest level of security possible.
Posted: 02 May 2012 | Published: 02 May 2012
|
|
|
Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP)
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
Every routing protocol has some pros and cons and its own metric considerations. In this white paper, we will discuss Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), a Cisco-proprietary routing protocol.
Posted: 24 Feb 2010 | Published: 24 Feb 2010
|
|
|
Interdomain Routing with BGP
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) is a very complex routing protocol where the administrator can influence the route choice in more ways than with an interior gateway protocol. This white paper will provide you with a high level overview of interdomain routing with BGP.
Posted: 12 Feb 2010 | Published: 12 Feb 2010
|
|
|
Miercom Lab Testing Summary Report: Shortest Path Bridging Protocol
sponsored by Avaya
WHITE PAPER:
This whitepaper is a lab testing summary report of Ethernet fabrics. The study is trying to validate the advantages provided to the data center implementations by Shortest Path Bridging Mode (SPB or SPBM) protocol.
Posted: 01 Nov 2011 | Published: 01 Nov 2011
|
|
|
Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) Overview
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
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
|
|
|
Next Generation Network Management Techniques
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
EZINE:
The February edition of the Network Evolution E-zine explore the latest advances in DevOps and uncover what you need to know for working within the movement. Also read several other featured articles!
Posted: 02 Feb 2012 | Published: 02 Feb 2012
|
|
|
OSPF Synchronization
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
With IP there are two Link-State protocols in use OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) and IS-IS (Intermediate System to Intermediate System). Both work in much the same way, but OSPF is more commonly used. This white paper examines OSPF synchronization.
Posted: 22 Nov 2010 | Published: 22 Nov 2010
|
|
|
Reducing Network Complexity, Boosting Performance with HP IRF Technology
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
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
|
|
|
Savvy Network Architects Are Boosting Performance and Lowering the TCO of Campus LANs
sponsored by Brocade
WHITE PAPER:
Campus networks are vital to many top initiatives of the modern enterprise. However, to deliver the performance requirements of a campus LAN, new, cost-effective, efficient solutions are needed. In this resource, uncover how a multivendor approach can help you increase network performance while lowering the TCO of campus LANs.
Posted: 17 Feb 2012 | Published: 17 Feb 2012
|
|
|
Securing Layer 2
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
For many years network administrators have expected security breaches to come from outside an organization or at the upper layers of the OSI model. This paper will focus on securing layer 2 switching at the access layer through port security and preventing denial of service (DoS) attacks at layer 2.
Posted: 12 Feb 2010 | Published: 12 Feb 2010
|
|
|
SOA Reference Architecture
sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com
ESSENTIAL GUIDE:
Download the Open Group Service-Oriented Architecture reference architecture.
Posted: 17 Jan 2012 | Published: 17 Jan 2012
|
|
|
The Banking Industry Architecture Network and TOGAF
sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com
ESSENTIAL GUIDE:
This paper from the Open Group reveals how banks can benefit from combining complementary industry frameworks on enterprise architecture.
Posted: 20 Feb 2012 | Published: 20 Feb 2012
|
|
|
The Essentials Series: Solving Network Problems Before They Occur - How to Use SNMP in Network Problem Resolution
sponsored by Ipswitch WhatsUp Gold
WHITE PAPER:
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
|
|
|
The Network Evolution University: Essential Mobile Enterprise Technology Classroom
sponsored by SearchMobileComputing
VIRTUAL SEMINAR:
This classroom will give you the information to build a mobile environment with integrity, support that with a robust wireless LAN infrastructure, and leverage it with collaborative applications.
Posted: 22 Mar 2012 | Premiered: 22 Mar 2012
|
|
|
The Network Evolution University: Next Generation Networks
sponsored by SearchNetworking.com
VIRTUAL SEMINAR:
In order to combat the ever-evolving challenges of today’s networks, it’s time to head back to school in our exclusive Network Evolution University – Featuring three distinct classes and nine progressive learning lessons that explore all there is to know about next generation networks and how to overcome the challenges they present.
Posted: 29 Sep 2011 | Premiered: 29 Sep 2011
|
|
|
The Network Evolution University: Next Generation Networks
sponsored by SearchNetworking.com
VIRTUAL SEMINAR:
The convergence of storage and data center networks, the proliferation of mobile devices, the growing need for always on communications and access to data, and the emergence of cloud computing have all profoundly transformed the demand placed on the network and how it runs.
Posted: 22 Mar 2012 | Premiered: 22 Mar 2012
|
|
|
The Network Evolution University: People Needing People Classroom
sponsored by SearchUnifiedCommunications.com
VIRTUAL SEMINAR:
Smartphones, tablets and the like present enterprises and SMBs alike with opportunities for communication and collaboration that they’ve never had before.
Posted: 23 May 2012 | Premiered: 23 May 2012
|
|
|
The Network Evolution University: The End-user as a Focal Point Classroom
sponsored by SearchNetworking.com
VIRTUAL SEMINAR:
As your users communicate with customers, partners, or even each other, the exchange of information via various applications is what keeps the business going. The challenge with this practice is ensuring the information and the applications sharing that information is secure.
Posted: 22 Mar 2012 | Premiered: 22 Mar 2012
|
|
|
The TCP/IP and OSI Models
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
Check out this white paper to learn about two network protocol models, TCP/IP and OSI.
Posted: 04 Mar 2011 | Published: 04 Mar 2011
|
|
|
TOGAF® and SABSA® Integration
sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com
IT BRIEFING:
This paper from the Open Group, documents an approach to enhance the TOGAF enterprise architecture methodology with the SABSA security architecture approach to create one holistic architecture methodology.
Posted: 05 Jan 2012 | Published: 05 Jan 2012
|
|
|
Using Voice over IP (VoIP) in Mobile Networks
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
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
|
|
