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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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Tech Industry

Careers at a Crossroad: Staying Technical vs. Heading into Management

Trying to decide between staying in a technical IT role, or moving into a management position? There might be value in either path. Let’s look at some
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Network Management

What is Network Congestion? Common Causes and How to Fix Them

Network congestion occurs when a node carries more data than it’s designed to handle. Learn how to fix common causes of network congestion.
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Network Management

The Top Networking Certifications Guide for 2021

There’s no denying that networking certifications can help you land the right job, or accelerate your career path. There’s a lot of specializations an
Author: Lawrence Popa
Sales Engineer, Auvik
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Network Management

Have Your Say in the new Idea Portal

Auvik is excited to launch the all-new idea portal: where great ideas can grow, build support, and help shape the future of Auvik. Find out how to acc
Author: Ryan LaFlamme
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Protocols & Communication

What is 802.1X Authentication?

Want to understand network access control, and authentication 802.1X at the base layer? This article goes through all the ins and outs of 802.1X.
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Network Management

How to Find IP Addresses on a Network and Monitor their Usage

If you’re looking for a specific IP address, the simplest way to discover that device is to use the ICMP ping command. Typing in “ping ” with the addr
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Configuration & Troubleshooting

How to Find and Fix IP Address Conflicts

IP address conflict resolution 101 – /ipconfig release, /ipconfig renew. If that doesn’t work, here are some tips to find and fix IP address conflicts
Author: Lawrence Popa
Sales Engineer, Auvik
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Devices

Network Firewall Security: Monitoring Firewalls 101

Configuring your firewall security manager is essential to maintaining the health and safety of your network. Learn the key routines for this critical
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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Network Management

How to Monitor Router Traffic: 6 Router Monitoring Tips

Router traffic monitoring gives IT admins real-time insight into any potential network hazards. Here’s 6 router monitoring tips to know to avoid any d
Author: Destiny Bertucci
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IT Leadership

Network Integration: Moving from Reactive to Proactive with Mature Processes

Learn how network integration can help you identify and solve problems quickly and move from reactive to proactive in your work. Hosted by Auvik and C
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