System Message Logging – SYSLOG Modern network devices have advanced from simple transmitting of messages (email. documents, multimedia etc), network devices like Cisco routers and switches provide the features for network administrators to reading system messages from their internal buffer about network situation at a particular time. The way to do this is by using a Syslog server. A Syslog… Read More »
Identify Problems with Access Point Misplacement. You may have experienced a WLAN that just did not seem to perform like it should. Perhaps you keep losing connection with an access point, or your data rates are much slower than they should be. You may even have done a quick move around the environment to confirm that you could… Read More »
What is VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP)? VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP) is a Cisco proprietary protocol used in network management. It simplifies the administration of VLANs, which is especially useful in large networks with numerous switches. Here’s an overview of its key aspects: Purpose and Functionality: Centralized VLAN Management: VTP allows network administrators to manage all VLANs from a… Read More »
What is a Virtual Private Network? A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a technology that creates a secure and encrypted connection over a less secure network, mainly the internet. It is widely used for various purposes, including enhancing security, privacy, and enabling remote access to network resources. Here’s a detailed overview: Fundamental Concept: Encrypted Connection: A VPN encrypts… Read More »
VTP -Password Error VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP) is a Cisco-developed protocol that enhances the management of VLAN configurations across a switched network. VTP allows network admins to centrally control VLAN information, which is then distributed to all switches in the VTP domain, ensuring that all switches have consistent VLAN information. VTP uses a password as a security feature… Read More »
