The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is a necessary tool for every network administrator. You can easily configure it with just a few commands. SNMP is still the most popular way to monitor ...

Most IT pros realize that using Telnet to manage routers, switches, and firewalls is insecure. Transmitted in clear text across a network, Telnet traffic basically publicizes any login usernames and ...

If you're running a small business with more than one computer, routers are usually a necessity. Routers provide small businesses with added security, a link between computer systems and extra ...

Network security relies heavily on passwords. Cisco routers use passwords to ensure that only "trusted" users can perform certain services. In this Daily Drill Down, Todd Lammle takes you on a journey ...

It's been years since I did anything hardcore like reprogramming routers. We've got a situation where we are using a router, it works fine, but we need to switch over to a new config with increased ...

Cisco's networking equipment is a mainstay for many companies, providing solid performance, stability and security for internal corporate networks and the Internet backbone. While the job of a ...

All -<BR><BR>Let me preface this by saying i'm a n00b when it comes to Cisco IOS, but know my way around CLI and have been working on similar devices for a few years (Juniper, 3COM )<BR><BR>I have a ...