Do I need my small business server?
I would like to eliminate my small business server as we are downsizing and only need to network 4 computers. Is it necessary to have the server? How would I join the four computers so that we are able to share a printer and documents?

Answer Question   |  October 4, 2010  9:40 PM
Network, Network Configuration, Networking in 2010, SBS, Server, Small Business Server

Building a VB application
I’m about to create a project using VB.net and Microsoft SQL Server. It’s not difficult when i’m running it on 1 single computer. The problem is, this application should be located in 1 server and accessible through the network. Is there something different i have to do, or i only need to add the connection [...]

Answer Question   |  September 22, 2010  2:08 AM
Networking in 2010, SQL Server, VB .NET, VB.NET, Visual Basic, Visual Basic .NET

Significance of Gateway in Networking
Dear Friend I would like to know what is the significance of gateway which we insert IP address, Default Mask configuring LAN card in order to be incorporated within network. Regards HatiBaba

Answer Question   |  June 1, 2010  8:54 AM
Default gateway, LAN cards, Networking in 2010

Would you or do you buy hardware off eBay?
I’ve seen mailing lists where people will hock used or “pre-owned” or even new networking equipment, for example, on eBay, and I’m curious if members here have any personal experience? Is it playing a dangerous game or if a user has a good reputation, is it a way to save a few bucks?

Answer Question   |  February 26, 2013  5:57 PM
Networking Equipment, Networking hardware, Networking in 2010, SDN

Best way to prepare for an IT conference?
I spoke with one of the head honchos of Interop, and asked him what advice he had for conference goers to get the most out of a conference … if such trips were still in their budget. If you go to conferences, what do you do to prepare, and any advice in how to go [...]

Answer Question   |  April 20, 2010  2:53 AM
Conferences, Interop, IT conferences and events, Networking in 2010

Can I prevent OSPF from advertising a specific network on an interface
Is there a way to tell OSPF to not advertise a specific network on a spefic interface without stopping the adverts of other networks? Example Router has 5 interfaces F1 is a link to another router F2 is a link to another router F3 = netB F4 = netC F5 = netD I need nets [...]

Answer Question   |  May 10, 2010  2:34 PM
Networking in 2010, networking standards, OSPF, OSPF protocol

DHCP: No allocation possible
Hey, I’m having issues with a c2611XM acquiring an ip address via DHCP I’ve tried different IOS Versions, different DHCP Server software on multiple operating systems, fresh configs, different MAC address, client-identifiers -This current setup is Client:  C2611XM Server: C2611XM (GNS3 Emulated) Both configs are fresh except ip dhcp pool test    network 10.0.0.0 255.255.255.0 [...]

Answer Question   |  November 26, 2011  2:08 PM
C2611XM, Cisco 2611, DHCP Lease Renewal, DHCP server, IOS commands, Networking, Networking in 2010

SSL VPNs vs. Web-based VPNs
Is there a difference between SSL VPNs and Web-based VPNs, or are they the same thing? What is the advantage or disadvantage of an SSL VPN over a Web-based VPN, if there is a difference?

Answer Question   |  April 16, 2010  8:22 PM
Networking in 2010, SSL, Ssl vpn, VPN, WAN, Web-based access

How could a sensor network be useful to an enterprise WAN?
How could a wireless sensor network be useful to an enterprise wide area network (WAN)?

Answer Question   |  April 16, 2010  6:47 PM
Networking, Networking in 2010, Networks, Sensors, WAN, wireless sensor networks

What’s in your network security and troubleshooting toolkit?
Just curious what tools you have in your network toolkit? I’ve heard or used snort, TCPDump, NMap, but would love other suggestions

Answer Question   |  April 15, 2010  3:38 PM
Networking in 2010, Networking Products, Nmap, Snort, TCPDump

Tackling the Catch-22 of networking jobs?
My colleague Jessica Scarpati (blog|twitter) over at SearchNetworking wanted to ask the community: How do networking professionals tackle the catch-22 of needing technical experience with routers and other real-world equipment to get a job, but no way to afford the routers and other equipment without a job? Any advice on low-cost lab solutions or other [...]

Answer Question   |  April 22, 2010  5:56 PM
Networking careers, Networking Equipment, Networking in 2010, Networking training

Cisco CSS 11501 fallback issue
I have a Cisco CSS 11501 and am not sure if it can handle this scenario. I have it load balancing 2 servers in a configuration where  one server is active and the other is passive. That is one receives all traffic and when it fails the other takes over. However, when my  ’first’ server [...]

Answer Question   |  April 12, 2010  6:02 PM
Cisco CSS, Cisco CSS 11501, Load balancers, Networking in 2010

Checking when PIX/ASA rules were accessed on a PIX 515e
I’m a recent hire, and now I’ve been asked to clean up our PIX/ASA rules. Aside from the show access-list, is there a command  that can help me determine the last time the rule was accessed? Any other tips when cleaning up rule clutter?

Answer Question   |  December 4, 2010  5:56 PM
ASA/PIX, Cisco Configuration, Network Security Policies, Networking in 2010, PIX 515E

Best resources on Twitter for networking professionals?
For all the networking professionals out there, what have you found to be the most useful networking-related resources? I’d love to hear who you follow, what lists you’ve found relevant, and any other strategies that make Twitter an actually useful resource rather than a droning buzz.

Answer Question   |  April 22, 2010  5:21 PM
Networking in 2010, Networking tips, Networking training, twitter

Subnetting in a 6-floor building: Expert advice?
The company I work for is expanding and as such has just purchased a new building and we will be moving staff and resources over there as well as keep the current premises. As it’s better to get the advice of others who have been through similar experiences rather than to learn the hard way, [...]

Answer Question   |  April 13, 2010  3:18 PM
Network design, Networking in 2010, Subnet Setup, Subnetting

I have a domain controller (DNS, DHCP) with ISA and Exchange Servers, and I want to install a child domain.
I have a domain controller (DNS, DHCP) with ISA and Exchange Servers, and I want to install a child domain. If anyone has some experience in this area and has come across helpful tutorials, I would really appreciate it, particularly in whether a child domain will interfere with the Exchange Server 

Answer Question   |  April 12, 2010  2:23 PM
Child Domain, Domain Controller, Domain Server configuration, Domain Server installation, Exchange Server, Networking in 2010

The best books for networking professionals?
Hi, We’re looking to do a roundup of recommended reading for networking professionals. There’s already suggestions for those looking for CCNP Switching guidance, but if you have other books you’ve found helpful, either as a general “cookbook,” getting up to speed on a particular topic, or even prepping for a certification exam, it would be [...]

Answer Question   |  March 30, 2010  1:32 PM
IT Books, Networking, Networking in 2010

What are your favorite networking blogs?
Next month, we’re taking an in-depth looking at networking, LANs, WANs, and the rest of the plumbing that keeps bits going, and I’d love to hear if you have any networking blogs to recommend. Thanks! Michael

Answer Question   |  April 16, 2010  2:23 AM
Blogs, LAN, Networking, Networking in 2010, WAN

Prefered book for CCNP Switching
Which is the best book for CCNP Switching Examination, Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks(BCMSN)

Answer Question   |  May 4, 2011  4:56 PM
CCNP, IT Books, Networking, Networking certifications, Networking in 2010