What is Site-to-Site VPN and How Does it Work? 30/04/2023 – Posted in: Network

Time needed to read: 3 minutes Site-to-site VPN, also known as router-to-router VPN, is a type of virtual private network that allows multiple remote locations to securely connect to a central network over the internet. This technology is widely used by businesses to connect remote offices, data centers, and cloud services together. With site-to-site VPN, data is encrypted and encapsulated into packets that are transmitted over the internet. The encrypted packets are then decrypted by…

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Understanding TTL in Networking – Posted in: Network

Time needed to read: 3 minutes In computer networking, TTL stands for Time To Live. It is a field in the IP (Internet Protocol) packet header that determines how many hops a packet can make before it is discarded. The TTL field is used to prevent packets from circulating endlessly in a network, which can cause congestion and performance issues. Each time a packet passes through a router, the TTL value is decremented by one.…

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Top 10 Ethical Hacking Tools Every Penetration Tester Should Know About 19/04/2023 – Posted in: Penetration Testing

Time to read: 5-6 minutes In the world of cybersecurity, ethical hacking plays an essential role in identifying vulnerabilities in networks and applications. Penetration testers or ethical hackers need to have the right set of tools to perform their job effectively. In this blog post, we will be discussing the top 10 ethical hacking tools that every penetration tester should know about. Metasploit Framework Metasploit Framework is a widely used penetration testing tool that allows…

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What is a Broadcast Storm in Networking? 16/04/2023 – Posted in: Network

Time to read: 5 minutes Broadcast storms can be a nightmare for network administrators as they can slow down or even crash the entire network. But what is a broadcast storm, and how does it occur? In this post, we’ll delve into the basics of broadcast storms in networking, their causes, and how to prevent them. What is a Broadcast Storm? In networking, a broadcast storm occurs when a network device, such as a switch,…

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Understanding Wake on LAN and How it Works – Posted in: Network

Time needed to read: 4 minutes Have you ever wanted to access your computer remotely but didn’t want to leave it on all day and night? Wake on LAN (WoL) is a technology that allows you to remotely wake up a computer from a sleep or hibernation state using a network message. In this blog post, we will discuss how Wake on LAN works, its benefits, and how to set it up. How Wake on…

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An Introduction to SSH Tunneling: How It Works and Its Benefits – Posted in: Network

Time needed to read: 4 minutes SSH (Secure Shell) is a popular protocol used for managing and accessing remote servers securely. One of its lesser-known features is SSH tunneling, which allows users to securely forward traffic from one network port to another. This can be extremely useful for remote access, bypassing firewalls, and encrypting traffic. In this post, we’ll cover the basics of SSH tunneling, including how it works and its benefits. How does SSH…

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WordPress Hosting vs Web Hosting: What’s the Difference? 14/04/2023 – Posted in: Web Design & Development

Time needed to read: 5 minutes. When setting up a website, one of the most critical decisions you will make is choosing the right hosting plan. While web hosting is a general term used to describe a service that allows you to store your website’s files and data on a server, WordPress hosting is specifically designed to cater to the needs of WordPress websites. This blog post will explore the differences between WordPress hosting and…

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A Beginner’s Guide to WordPress Hosting – Posted in: Web Design & Development

Time needed to read: 5 minutes WordPress is one of the most popular content management systems used for website development, and it powers around 40% of all websites on the internet. To make a WordPress website live on the internet, you need to host it on a server. Choosing the right WordPress hosting provider is a critical step towards the success of your website. In this article, we’ll discuss what WordPress hosting is, its types,…

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Understanding Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) 12/04/2023 – Posted in: Network

Time to read: 5 minutes The Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) is an enhanced version of the original Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). It is a network protocol that helps prevent network loops by dynamically identifying and disabling redundant paths within a network. The protocol is defined in IEEE 802.1w and provides faster convergence times than STP. RSTP is based on the original STP protocol and maintains backwards compatibility with STP. The protocol uses a similar…

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Understanding the Differences between ITIL and COBIT – Posted in: IT Framework & Best Practices

Time needed to read: 3-4 minutes. ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and COBIT (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology) are two of the most widely used frameworks for managing IT processes. Both frameworks offer best practices and guidance for IT governance, but they differ in their approach, scope, and focus. This blog post will explore the differences between ITIL and COBIT to help you understand which framework is right for your organization. Scope and…

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