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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

Preventing Firmware Attacks

Firmware attacks are on the rise. Learn how to defend and prevent firmware hacking.
Author: Destiny Bertucci
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Tech Industry

Going Online Like it’s 1979: The Atari 800

Classic gear, like the Atari 800, is going through a modern day renaissance. For our test, let’s see if it can connect to a modern day network!
Author: Lawrence Popa
Sales Engineer, Auvik
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Protocols & Communication

The What and The Why of TLS Inspection

Let’s look at what the process of a secure connection through TLS entails, how it can be used to see past “invisible traffic” and help your firewall
Author: Steve Petryschuk
Director & Tech Evangelist, Auvik
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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

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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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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Tech Industry

The Future of IT Events: Conferences in a Post-Pandemic World

Is this the new future for conferences? Will conferences ever go back to normal? Is normal even a fair question? Given another year of updating healt
Author: Rebecca Grassing
Product Marketing Manager, 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