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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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IT Leadership

What is Endpoint Monitoring? Definitions, Benefits & Best Practices

Learn about the importance of endpoint monitoring, key challenges, and best practices to protect your network from cyber threats. Explore emerging tre
Author: Patrick Albert
VP Product Management
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IT Leadership

What is Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Software?

Organizations are rapidly adopting endpoint detection and response software to address the challenge and strengthen their overall network infrastructu
Author: Patrick Albert
VP Product Management
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Tech Industry

9 Healthcare IT Trends to Watch in 2024

Explore the top healthcare IT trends for 2024, including key security, outsourcing, and technology updates shaping the future of the industry.
Author: Rebecca Grassing
Product Marketing Manager, Auvik
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Network Management

Network Traffic Monitoring in 2024: Discover the Top 7 Solutions

Explore this guide to network traffic monitoring, covering fundamentals, best practices, and reviews of the top 7 tools on the market today.
Author: Destiny Bertucci
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Network Management

What is Network Visibility? A Complete Guide

Explore the growing need for network visibility, including obstacles and best practices to address gaps and risks in complex environments.
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Network Management

Network Observability: Mastering Infrastructure Data for Smarter IT

Network observability delivers powerful visibility into network performance and behavior. Learn why it’s essential for solving modern IT challenges.
Author: Rebecca Grassing
Product Marketing Manager, Auvik
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Network Management

What is Multicast Networking and How Does It Work?

Learn how multicast networking efficiently enables one-to-many communication via core concepts: IGMP, PIM, distribution trees, rendezvous points, and
Author: Kevin Dooley
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Configuration & Troubleshooting

How to Set Up Cisco AnyConnect for Your VPN

Follow these 5 simple steps to configure Cisco AnyConnect VPN on ASA firewalls for your network.
Author: Kevin Dooley
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Network Management

Packet Errors, Packet Discards, and Packet Loss: What’s the Difference?

It’s a question the Auvik support team receives often: “What’s the difference between a packet error, a packet discard, and packet loss?” And if you’v
Author: Annette Hynes
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Network Management

11 Types of Networks: Understanding the Differences

Different types of networks enable different business and personal goals. Knowing how one network type differs from the others is important for making
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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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