Understanding the IPV4 Packet Header: A Deep Dive
The IP (Internet Protocol) packet header is a crucial part of how data is transmitted across networks. It contains vital information that helps routers and devices determine where the packet is coming from, where it’s going, and how to handle …
How to Set Up an EoIP Tunnel with MikroTik Version 7
Ethernet over IP (EoIP) is a protocol developed by MikroTik that allows the creation of a Layer 2 VPN tunnel between two MikroTik devices over an IP network. This is useful for extending local networks across remote locations. In this …
Lined Article: implementing a new network structure
Stephen Klenert has an article on implementing a new network structure.Implementing a new network infrastructure is a complex endeavor, involving coordination with vendors, colocation operators, and various stakeholders. Success depends on meticulous planning, attention to detail, and the ability to …
Exploring Multicast and PIM: Unlocking Efficient Data Distribution in Networks
Multicast offers a solution for simultaneously distributing data to multiple recipients. One of the key protocols enabling multicast routing is Protocol protocol-independent multicast (PIM). In this blog post, we’ll delve into the world of multicast, understand its significance, and unravel …
Mastering Cable Management in Data Centers: The Unsung Hero of Seamless Operations
Importance of Cable Management: Best Practices in Cable Management: Challenges and Solutions: Effective cable management isn’t merely about aesthetics; it’s a crucial element in ensuring data center operations’ reliability, efficiency, and longevity. As the digital landscape evolves, organized cabling becomes …
The Little Packet that could. A journey of a network packet through the Internet.
In the vast and interconnected landscape of the digital world, data packets are the unsung heroes that power our online experiences. These small, seemingly unremarkable data units are like the “Little Engine That Could,” tirelessly chugging along to ensure our …
Quality Of Service (QOS) for Internet Service Providers (ISPs)
What is QoS? Quality of Service (QoS) is a set of techniques and mechanisms that ISPs use to manage and prioritize network traffic. It allows ISPs to allocate network resources in a way that ensures certain types of data or …
If you are an ISP, run your own DNS resolvers
Glenn Kelley has a great article on spinning up your own DNS resolvers. This is a critical piece of infrastructure if you are in internet Service Provider (ISP). https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/making-dns-server-your-network-uses-root-hints-glenn-kelley As Glenn writes. Here’s why ISPs should consider running their own: …
Internet Service Providers, latency, customers, and how it all fits together
I have noticed a trend regarding customers and latency in the Internet Service Provider (ISP) world. Those in the industry know all about customers and speed tests. Love or hate them, the speed test is a way of life for …
Rookie network mistake this morning, and musings
Over the past few years, I have been trying to train myself out of First Responder mode and into the ability to take a step back and evaluate the situation when it comes to network outages. Being in the ISP …