Understanding Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM)
Understanding DWDM Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) is a piece of modern networking technology revolutionizing how data is transmitted over optical fibers. Its ability to maximize fiber capacity, boost data transfer rates, and facilitate long-distance communication has become a fundamental …
Where is all this port udp port 443 traffic coming from? Understanding QUIC.
QUIC operates atop UDP, integrating TCP and TLS (Transport Layer Security) features to offer a streamlined, encrypted, and low-latency connection. Unlike TCP, QUIC doesn’t require a handshake process before data transfer begins. By combining encryption and connection setup, QUIC significantly …
The anatomy of a network router’s routing table
A route table is essentially a database used by a router to determine the optimal path for forwarding data packets. It consists of a collection of entries, each representing a destination network or a specific host. These entries contain essential …
What is jitter in computer networking?
In a perfect network, data packets would arrive at consistent intervals. Jitter represents the inconsistency or variability in these arrival times. Jitter is usually measured in milliseconds (ms). Tools and network monitoring systems analyze packet arrival times to calculate jitter, …
Optimizing VoIP Packets: Ensuring Clear and Reliable Communication
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) has revolutionized communication, offering cost-effective and versatile voice services over the Internet. Companies like Atheral are providing VOIP to Service Providers and other companies. However, optimizing VoIP packets within your network is crucial to ensure …
Understanding what Gigabit Passive Optical Network (GPON) is?
GPON is a type of passive optical network technology used to deliver high-speed internet, voice, and video services over fiber-optic connections. It is a point-to-multipoint access network that enables service providers to reach multiple customers using a single optical fiber. …
Web-Page Content Tips for Internet Service Providers (ISPs)
I see many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) neglecting their websites. Old websites can mean lost sales for you. For many potential customers, your online presence might be their first interaction with you. Here are my top 16 tips for things …
Best Practices to secure Mikrotik routers.
This is a quick and simple post on how to get the most efficient and secure operation out of your Mikrotik router. If you follow these six principles, you will be on your way to a secure deployment.
Alternatives to Microsoft Visio for us Apple Arm folks
Recently, I upgraded my trust MacBook to an M2 chip and can no longer run Visio. I am not a fan of the cloud version for two reasons. First, it seems clunky. Second, you have to pay for icons. I …
Free Space Optics (FSO) a primer
Free Space Optics (FSO), also known as optical wireless communication, is a wireless communication technology that uses light to transmit data through the air. FSO technology leverages lasers or light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to transmit data between two points without needing …
What does a modern firewall do?
A firewall is a network security device or software that acts as a barrier between your internal network and the outside world, typically the Internet. Its primary function is to monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on …
Why is XGS-PON better than standard GPON?
In this blog post, I will compare XGS-PON (10 Gigabit Symmetrical Passive Optical Network) and GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Network) to understand why XGS-PON is emerging as the superior choice for ultra-fast fiber internet. Many Wireless Internet Service Providers (WISPS) …