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Configuring the Cisco 851W or 871W: Standard IOS

This tutorial by George Ou and Justin James shows you how to set up an advanced SOHO configuration for the Cisco 851W router. by George Ou

Tags: Cisco IOS, Console, Router, SSID, WLAN, Configuration, IP, Cisco Systems Inc., Guest Network, GuestWLAN, LANs, Routers & Switches, Network Technology, Wi-Fi, Networking, Wireless, George Ou

Blog posts 2008-07-03

Configure secure wireless networking on SonicWALL routers

Wireless networking is a business necessity within most organizations. From traveling employees to guest visitors, wireless networks often prove the best method for connecting these users to e-mail, the Internet and local file shares. Numerous challenges arise when wireless networks are deployed. Besides ensuring a wireless access...

Tags: Router, Network, SonicWall, WLAN, Wireless Networking, Wizard, Wi-Fi, Wireless, LANs, Networking, Erik Eckel

Blog posts 2008-04-08

Does anyone actually still USE Token Ring?

In an alternate universe, I'd probably be a History Professor somewhere. The launch of the Classics Rock blog has given me the opportunity go take care of the history part, but at the same time, I've been lucky enough to serve as an Adjunct Professor for ITT Technical Institute...

Tags: Token Ring, Ethernet War, MAU, LANs, Ethernet, Networking, John Sheesley

Blog posts 2008-04-02

Cracking Open a Linksys wireless USB adapter

As wireless networks become commonplace, many desktop systems are being added to WLANs. One of the most popular tools used to connect desktops to WLANs is Linksys' Wireless USB Adapter. Take a look inside to see just how this popular adapter is put together. by Erik Eckel

Tags: Wireless USB, Adapter, WLAN, USB, Linksys Inc., Wireless LANs, LANs, Home Networking, Wireless, Wi-Fi, Networking, Personal Technology, Erik Eckel

Blog posts 2008-02-26

Seattle's Swedish Medical Center WLAN lessons learned

Some hard-won, expensive, and time-consuming lessons learned... and the resulting rewards... from Seattle's Swedish Medical Center deployment of its Wireless Local Area Network WLAN are described in a pair of February 4, 2008 articles in Network World. Healthcare firm offers wireless lessons learned. (There is also a...

Tags: Network, Vocera Communications, WLAN, Laptop Computer, Vocera Communications Badge, LANs, Wireless LANs, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Networking, Network Technology, Steve Stroh

Blog posts 2008-02-04

Five things you should know about configuring a Cisco IOS switch

Most switches used by small businesses and home offices typically require no configuration -- they're "plug and play." However, it's important to remember that plug and play doesn't always work. In addition, these switches certainly don't offer any troubleshooting, logging, security, or manageability. So once you're ready...

Tags: Cisco IOS, Switch, Cisco Systems Inc., VLAN, LANs, Networking, David Davis

Blog posts 2008-01-24

ONT - Optimizing Converged Cisco Networks

View Available Dates and LocationsThe introduction of new technologies and applications into modern converged networks brings a new set of challenges to the network administrator. In this course, you will learn the characteristics of real-time multimedia traffic, such as voice, and you'll investigate the...

Tags: QoS, Network, WLAN, Cisco Systems Inc., Wireless LANs, LANs, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Networking

Training 2008-01-01

Knowing location increases 802.11 network security

Recent innovations in 802.11 technology have positioned wireless networks as a viable option to wired Ethernet networks in an enterprise setting. 802.11n and mesh networks are two of the more visible innovations providing the necessary data rate and reliability to compete with wired networks. Another technically significant...

Tags: Security, IEEE 802.11, Network, Network Security, WLAN, RFID, Location, Computer Authentication, User Authorization, ID, WLAN Controller, Wi-Fi Triangulation, Wireless LANs, LANs, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Networking, Michael Kassner

Blog posts 2007-12-03

nComputing L200 PC Expanion: The Right Tool for the Job?

Systems frequently possess capacity beyond that which a single user utilizes. In some organizations, multiple PCs are deployed when only the computing capacity of a single workstation is really required. A computer terminal such as nComputing's L200 PC Expanion enables multiple users to connect to a...

Tags: right tool, terminal services expansion multi user computing host, Job, TechRepublic Inc., PC, User, Tool, Keyboards, Mice, Productivity, Desktops, LANs, Hardware, Peripherals, Networking, Erik Eckel

Image galleries 2007-11-20

Photos: Nvidia's weekend gameaway

Hundreds of gamers gather for a weekend-long LAN party sponsored by graphics chipmaker Nvidia. by CNET News.com

Tags: news, gamers, lan, nvidia, TechRepublic Inc., NVidia Corp., Photograph, Games, LANs, Semiconductors, Network Technology, Personal Technology, Networking, Hardware, CNET News.com

Image galleries 2007-11-19

Geek Gifts 2007: Shocking Tanks

Shocking Tanks from Shocking Fun could add a new dimension to your next LAN party. Shocking Fun is known for such games as Lighting Reaction and Shocking Roulette, as well as prank gadgets like the Shocking Alarm Clock. Shocking Tanks are available all over the Internet, from sites like...

Tags: Tank, Shocking Fun, LANs, Games, Network Technology, Internet, Networking, Personal Technology, Ken Keesling

Blog posts 2007-11-19

Wi-Fi 101: Multipath environments and how they affect Wi-Fi propagation

Ever wonder why moving your computer or changing the direction of your Wi-Fi antenna can make such a difference in signal strength? In this Wi-Fi 101 lesson, I explain how RF signals-especially Wi-Fi ones-react to real world conditions. RF terminology Before I jump into a discussion on multipath...

Tags: Signal, Environment, Propagation, WLAN, Multipath, Anomaly, RF, Propagation Anomaly, Wireless LANs, LANs, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Networking, Michael Kassner

Blog posts 2007-10-18

AirMagnet launches new WLAN monitoring system

If you need to monitor WLAN systems at your workplace, either official ones or for detecting rogue access points, you might want to look at AirMagnet. In fact, AirMagnet has just announced the latest revision of its continuous wireless LAN security and management solution, the AirMagnet Enterprise 8.0. ...

Tags: AirMagnet Inc., Monitoring System, IEEE 802.11n, WLAN, Wi-Fi, Wireless LANs, LANs, Wireless, Networking, Paul Mah

Blog posts 2007-09-25

Manage network broadcasts on Cisco switches using storm control

It's important to protect your organization's LAN from broadcast storms, which can cause network slowdowns if they become severe. David Davis explains how you can easily and quickly defend your network by configuring storm control on each Cisco switch interface. Network broadcasts can create a huge amount of traffic...

Tags: Cisco Systems Inc., NETWORKING, LANs, David Davis CCIE, MCSE+I, SCSA, network, unicast, Cisco Routers and Management Newsletter, Cisco Catalyst, Broadcast, David Davis

Technical articles 2007-03-22

SMBs need different security strategies for wireless

Wireless networking can make it easier for you to do business, but it also makes it easier for intruders to do their own dirty business. Small or large, all companies that decide to deploy a wireless LAN need to first design a security strategy and reevaluate and add to their...

Tags: WLAN, Wi-Fi, Deb Shinder, LANs, Wireless LANs, NETWORKING, small and medium business, ItÂ, Wireless Networking technology, security strategy, wireless, network, security, LAN, SMB Strategies Newsletter, News

Technical articles 2006-12-18

How do I... Speed up the switch port initialization process?

When connecting a PC to a Cisco switch, it may sometimes take 30 seconds or more before the PC can communicate on the network. But with a few simple steps, you can shave off 30 seconds or more. In this Cisco Routers and Switches article, David Davis tells you how....

Tags: LANs, Network technology, NETWORKING, David Davis CCIE, MCSE+I, SCSA, Spanning Tree Protocol, initialization, switch port, Cisco Routers and Management Newsletter, Port, Cisco Systems Inc., David Davis, Trunking, Switch, %This, Routers & Switches, Desktops, Hardware

Technical articles 2006-11-28

Tips for bringing e-mail, Web site hosting in-house

A DMZ, or perimeter network, is a good way to provide extra security to your internal LAN, but some DMZ designs are more scalable than others. Keep future growth in mind as you plan the initial deployment, and you'll save time and effort in the future. As your organization...

Tags: Web, DMZ, Deb Shinder, Firewalls, NETWORKING, LANs, Network security, e-mail, Web site, firewall, subnet, server, LAN, Internet, computer, network, SMB Strategies Newsletter, Purpose

Technical articles 2006-11-13

Scaling wireless to the next level

At the enterprise level, wireless scalability takes on a whole new meaning. Centralized management for multiple access points and new topologies allow you to extend the WLAN across even the largest organization. About a year ago, this column took a look at popular wireless technologies--802.11a, b and g--from...

Tags: WLAN, Wireless LANs, Wi-Fi, LANs, Deb Shinder, wireless, access point, SMB Strategies Newsletter, FCC, Channel, IEEE 802.11, Associated Press, Network, Problem, VoWLAN, Networking

Technical articles 2006-08-28

How to assess and plan for physical infrastructure

The physical network infrastructure of your LAN is made up of cabling, switches, routers, wireless access points, NICs and other network devices. Saving money in the short run can cost more later if you find yourself needing to "rip and replace" in order to meet your users' bandwidth needs. ...

Tags: LAN, LANs, Deb Shinder, Network technology, NETWORKING, network, server, physical infrastructure, workstation, wireless, SMB Strategies Newsletter, Problem, Infrastructure, Option, Cable, Wi-Fi, Telecommunications, Personal Technology

Technical articles 2006-07-24

Address these seven areas in your wireless LAN security policy

If your organization doesn't have a WLAN, chances are good that you'll be running one in the near future. But before you take another wireless step, you need to create a wireless LAN security policy. Mike Mullins details seven key areas such a policy should address to establish the basis...

Tags: WLAN, Wi-Fi, Michael Mullins CCNA, MCP, wireless, access point, network, wireless network, Security Solutions Newsletter, Security, LAN, Mike Mullins, Wireless LANs, LANs, Networking, Michael \"Mullins CCNA, MCP\"

Technical articles 2005-11-03