Run Linux on your Cisco router with Cisco's new AXP module
Cisco has been talking about the "network as a platform" for a long time, but what does that actually mean, and what does the AXP network module have to do with it?
Expanding VPLS services
Virtual private local area network services (VPLS) have long been in use by an organization needing prime-time availability for an international wide area network or metro area network.
Find more stories in: VPNsPortal-based delegation of network services? You can with iControl
Delegating network services internally allows business units to make changes to make changes to applications they own.
Find more stories in: NetworkingWhen the e-mail system fails
If e-mail is important for your organization, here are some things you need to pay attention to when getting the system back up and running.
Find more stories in: E-mail clients, Network securityThree ways to remotely determine your Cisco router’s serial number
This helps in performing a routine inventory exercise of routers, an important activity that every network administrator needs to be able to do to for proper registration of support and maintenance.
Find more stories in: Routing/switching, Infrastructure/architecture managementUse OpenSSH as a secure Web proxy
There are ways to protect yourself when accessing online resources that require sensitive data to be sent back and forth over the connection, such as by using a secure, transparent proxy.
Find more stories in: Security, NetworkingTools for diagnosing server problems remotely
Learn some ways to remotely manage your server room, such as diagnosing power-related problems, to become less dependent on platform or vendors.
Find more stories in: Servers, Diagnostics and monitoringProtect your network with the Cisco IOS Firewall
Why buy another expensive device if your router can also provide firewall functionality?
Find more stories in: Networking, SecurityRun remote commands on a Cisco router from your PC
Can you go to a Windows command prompt and run a command on your router?
Find more stories in: Microsoft Windows, NetworkingSimplify admin tasks by exporting Active Directory data with CSVDE
Using the Comma Separated Value Data Exchange to extract the information stored in Active Directory can help cut lengthy manual compiling processes.
Find more stories in: Network administration/implementation, Data Management10 tips for remotely administering workstations
Get the most out of remote administration tools and tactics to save resources for your business.
Find more stories in: Network administration/implementationPractise Cisco router configuration using a free emulator
An emulator takes the real IOS router code, which you supply, and emulates the hardware behind it so you can run the real IOS on your PC.
Find more stories in: Routing/switching10 signs you aren't cut out to be a systems analyst
Check off this list to find out if you're happy in the role of systems analyst, or whether you should consider another career route.
Find more stories in: CareerQuit wasting bandwidth by controlling Cisco routing protocol updates
Find out how you can better manage and control the use of network bandwidth by using the passive-interface command in Cisco switches.
Find more stories in: Routing/switchingLimit bandwidth on a Cisco Catalyst switch port
Here's a closer look at some reasons why adminstrators should consider limiting the bandwidth on a Cisco Catalyst switch port.
Find more stories in: LANs and WANsTake this four-phase approach to a network risk assessment
Using a combination of various freeware and commercial tools and techniques to evaluate your network, offers a clear picture of the dangers the company faces.
Find more stories in: Network securityFive Cisco IOS tips to make you more efficient
Check out these five quick tips for using the Cisco IOS that will help make you a more efficient network administrator.
Find more stories in: Networking, Routing/switchingAdminister PacketFence with ease via Web interface
PacketFence is fairly demanding to install, but once you get into the administration of the system via the Web-based administration tool, things become a whole lot easier.
Find more stories in: Network administration/implementationConfigure lines and VTYs on Cisco routers
All Cisco routers have two special types of lines, and many Cisco routers have a third. What are these lines, and how do you configure them? These are things that every network admin should know.
Find more stories in: Routing/switchingFive steps to upgrading the software on a Cisco firewall
The Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) is Cisco's latest firewall. David Davis shows you how to ensure the software is updated with the latest security fixes.
Find more stories in: Routing/switchingAudit your Cisco router's security with Nipper
Find out more about Nipper, an open source network devices security auditing tool, and why companies can benefit from it.
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