Some networking jokes

Why did the router break up with the modem?It felt like they just weren’t on the same wavelength anymore! Why do network engineers always carry a pen?Because they can’t rely on their LAN to write things down! Why did the router go to therapy?It had too many connections but still felt so isolated!

Configuring BGP Filters on MikroTik RouterOS v7: Part1

BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) is essential for dynamic routing in modern networks. MikroTik’s RouterOS version 7 introduces significant updates to BGP functionality, making it more efficient and flexible. This guide walks you through configuring BGP filters on MikroTik RouterOS v7 to manage route propagation effectively. Prerequisites Before diving into the configuration, ensure: Step 1: Access … Read more

Configuring WireGuard on a MikroTik Router

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Atheral on the Unlicensed Podcast

In this episode of Unlicensed Podcast, we’re gonna take a deeper dive into VoIP solutions from Atheral LLC. Our guests are Daniel White and Veronica Perrin, who will tell their story of growing their business, what struggles they face and what’s their expectations about future and VoIP services. Atheral’s white-label, client-centric VoIP platform is designed … Read more

Packets Down Range #33: The 2025 Conference and show edition

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from me. I have been working feverishly on new blog posts since Thanksgiving. I have the first 3 weeks of January scheduled for a blog post a day. As part of this, I have amassed a huge list of conferences and shows. This PDR will mainly focus on ISP and … Read more

ALL (Alta Labs Live) – Jan 15th at 1PM ET – 2025 Roadmap & Route10

Join hosts Chase Harrison (CEO of Alta Labs) and Jeff Hansen (CTO of Alta Labs) for our next ALL (Alta Labs Live) stream. They will discuss Alta Labs 2025 road map including new product releases, the latest Route10 features, and Route10 features to come. The discussion will be followed by a Q&A. https://streamyard.com/watch/UuBpHkhghv2x