Designing a modular network

cables of electronic devices

Several of you have heard me discuss modular network design, which has five distinct advantages. 1. ScalableYou can upgrade pieces more easily than all-in-one devices. Upgrading a certain module for that big new client might mean the difference between being able to do it in 10 days instead of 30. 2. ResilientYou can avoid single … Read more

Some random IpV6 tools

http://www.subnetonline.com/pages/ipv6-network-tools/online-ipv6-ping.phpIPV6 Ping tool http://www.subnetonline.com/pages/subnet-calculators/ipv6-subnet-calculator.phpIPV6 Subnet Calculator

DNSSEC Key Ceremony #27

Want to really geek out on one of the fundamental cornerstone of the Internet? Watch this video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbzJgsXAW3o I can’t embed the video as they have turned off that feature.

WISP tower random photos

I was going through some older hard drives and came across some of these photos of Baicells, Cambium and other gear on towers. These were installed for Wireless Internet Service Providers (WISPs). See below for those who don’t know what a WISP is. A Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP) is a telecommunications company that delivers … Read more

Mikrotik RouterOS 7.14beta8 is out

https://librenms.icisky.net/dashboard/14 What’s new in 7.14beta8 (2024-Jan-22 21:07): !) rose-storage – moved SMB service in the RouterOS bundle;!) smb – removed legacy SMB service (replaced with newer and faster ROSE SMB service);*) bgp – allow to leak routes between local VRFs;*) bth – added simple “Back To Home Users” manager under IP/Cloud menu;*) console – added … Read more

Unveiling the Versatile Applications of VXLAN in Modern Networking

close up photo of network switch

VXLAN, standing for Virtual Extensible LAN, offers many applications that cater to the evolving needs of modern networking paradigms. 1. Data Center Interconnectivity VXLAN plays a pivotal role in connecting geographically dispersed data centers. Encapsulating Layer 2 Ethernet frames within Layer 3 UDP packets facilitates seamless communication across disparate data center environments. This empowers businesses … Read more

What is Buffer Bloat in network switches?

fiber optic switch with bright connectors in studio

What is Buffer Bloat? Buffer bloat refers to excessive data buffering within network devices such as routers or switches. These devices utilize buffers to hold incoming and outgoing data packets temporarily. However, when these buffers become overfilled due to congestion or mismatches in data transfer speeds, it increases latency and reduces network performance. How Does … Read more

Demystifying Commonly Misused IT Terms

black and gray laptop computer turned on doing computer codes

In the fast-paced realm of technology, jargon, and buzzwords often take center stage. Yet, amidst the whirlwind of innovation, some terms are misused or misunderstood, leading to confusion rather than clarity. Let’s untangle a few of these commonly misused IT terms and shed light on their accurate definitions. 1. Cloud Computing vs. The Cloud Misconception: … Read more