Explore practical networking guides, ISP field notes, and industry commentary from Justin Wilson (j2sw). Start with a topic or one of the guides below.
Browse networking topics
- Network Operations: configuration, troubleshooting, and day-to-day network work.
- Internet Architecture: routing, peering, and how networks connect.
- Network Engineering Resources: practical references and technical explanations.
- Technology and Industry Commentary: developments affecting network operators.
- Wireless Networking: wireless networks and deployments.
- IT Operations: systems and operational work.
- Reviews: equipment and first impressions.
Start with these guides
- BGP MED: controlling inbound entry points
- Securing MikroTik management with Cloudflare Zero Trust
- A forensic walkthrough of a MikroTik router compromise
- Data center redundancy: N, N+1, and 2N
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