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Network Management

What is Network Management? Your Complete Guide

The ultimate guide to network management, the ongoing monitoring, administration, and maintenance of any networked system of computers.
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Network Management

Networking Basics: OSPF Protocol Explained

OSPF is one of the few protocols you can count on being available just about anywhere. Explore principles, interfaces and more in this intro guide.
Author: Ethan Banks
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SaaS Management

A Deep Dive into Shadow IT: Examples, Risks, and Solutions

With the proliferation and commoditization of SaaS combined with the growing normalcy of remote work, Shadow IT creates serious security issues for IT
Author: John Harden
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Network Management

The Future of the Network is End User Experience. Are you Ready?

Don’t get me wrong—the world still absolutely needs all of the physical network devices, cabling, access points, etc. that connect us all. And there a
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Cybersecurity

What Is Phishing? Insider Risk & How to Prevent It

When it comes to security, phishing is one of any IT team’s biggest concerns—as it targets the weakest link in the security chain: end-users. No matte
Author: Destiny Bertucci
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SaaS Management

Expanding the Definition of the Network with Saaslio & Boardgent

I’m thrilled to extend our warmest welcome to two new additions to the Auvik family—Saaslio and Boardgent. Combining their product feature set and ind
Author: Alex Hoff
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Tech Industry

Going Online Like it’s… Lego?

Rather than using retro tech like its modern counterparts, we’re going to get some modern tech to behave like retro. What that means is: we’re going t
Author: Lawrence Popa
Sales Engineer, Auvik
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Managed Service Providers (MSPs)

Data Centers Need MSPs

96% of facility managers indicated remote management is important, but only 34% had remote management capabilities in place. That’s surprising in a di
Author: Sam Steeves
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Managed Service Providers (MSPs)

Virtual CISO Services: A New Revenue Stream for MSPs?

This is a highly specialized job that requires a great deal of attention, focus, and delicacy. A cybersecurity incident or a full-blown attack can rea
Author: Alex Hoff
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Careers Blog

What to Expect in Your Technical Interview Process at Auvik

Here’s how the technical interview process works, what to prepare, and tips for each step.
Author: Dan Webster
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Tech Industry

8 Secret Struggles Today’s MSPs Are Dealing With

While MSPs are willing to share industry trends they’re taking advantage of, they’re not always willing to talk about the ones they’re losing sleep ov
Author: Annette Hynes
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Managed Service Providers (MSPs)

An MSP’s Guide to Quarterly Business Reviews

Quarterly business reviews (QBRs) are one of the best tools you can use when it comes to being transparent and keeping your clients updated on all the
Author: Susan Perez
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Tech Industry

Network Nightmares Vol. 2: Open Call for Submissions

Auvik wants your nightmares (your network nightmares)! Our open call for Network Nightmares, Vol. 2 is here! Spooky season is back, and it’s time for
Author: Ryan LaFlamme
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What’s your shadow IT risk factor?

Find out in this free guide and exercise kit.
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You will learn:
  • The impact shadow IT has on an organization
  • How to evaluate tools
  • Tips on security
  • A quiz to help you determine the severity of shadow IT in your org
  • Solutions to solve these problems