Network Devices Blog

MikroTik NetMetal AX: Advanced Outdoor Wi-Fi 6 AP

Carmen Tosun 05/06/2024 10:27am 4 minute read

Product Review | News | MikroTik | Access Point

Explore the newest addition to MikroTik's lineup, the NetMetal ax, which brings Wi-Fi 6 technology into the great outdoors. This access point is built to perform reliably under the most demanding conditions,...

OSPF vs. EIGRP: A Comprehensive Comparison for IT Professionals

Ankit Sharma 04/19/2024 10:59am 11 minute read

Software/License/Protocol

The following article provides a guide to choose by comparing two popular routing protocols, OSPF vs. EIGRP. They are types of IGPs (Interior Gateway Routing Protocols). If, at first, you want a deeper...

Spanning Tree Protocol Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Ankit Sharma 04/02/2024 10:04am 12 minute read

How To | Software/License/Protocol

In this guide, we will explore essential Spanning Tree Protocol Configuration strategies and Network Best Practices to help you avoid common pitfalls in managing your network topology. The Spanning...

SD-WAN is the Future: Top 5 Solutions in 2024

Humna Ghufran 03/26/2024 10:32am 11 minute read

Comparison | Buying Guide | Software/License/Protocol

In the digital transformation era, businesses worldwide face an unprecedented challenge: ensuring seamless, secure, and efficient connectivity across increasingly distributed workforces and cloud-based...

Advanced EIGRP Configuration for Reliable and Fast Networks

Ehsan Ghasisin 03/14/2024 9:01am 14 minute read

How To | Software/License/Protocol | Cisco

Efficiency, reliability, and scalability are crucial in today's network technology. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), a fundamental...

Best Practices for Layer 3 Routing Selection in Large-Scale Networks

Ehsan Ghasisin 03/12/2024 10:28am 15 minute read

How To | Software/License/Protocol

Are you seeking to optimize your large-scale network's performance and security? Enhance your network's capabilities with this guide, which explores advanced Layer 3 routing strategies. It delves into...

Cisco CBS vs. C1200 vs. C1300 – Best SMB Switch in 2025

Muhammad Arif Shams 02/01/2024 10:23am 18 minute read

Comparison | Product Review | Expert Picks | Cisco | Switch

If you're deciding between Cisco CBS, Catalyst 1200, or Catalyst 1300 switches in 2025, here's the short answer:✅ Catalyst 1300 – Best for advanced SMBs needing stacking, Cisco Business...

DPI in IPv6 Era: Advanced SSL/TLS Techniques on Fortinet Firewalls

Muhammad Arif Shams 01/16/2024 10:19am 12 minute read

How To | Software/License/Protocol | Fortinet

This article covers the role of Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) in network security in the IPv6 era, with a focus on SSL/TLS techniques implemented by Fortinet Firewalls. It discusses DPI fundamentals,...

Cybersecurity in Education: Best Budget Firewalls

Govind Jha 11/16/2023 10:12am 8 minute read

Buying Guide | Fortinet | Firewall

This article explores the significance of cybersecurity in education and implementing effective firewall solutions in schools and colleges. It also covers the best budget-friendly options and their...

Secure & Digital IT Infrastructure for Educational Institutions

Govind Jha 11/07/2023 9:15am 7 minute read

This article highlights the urgency for educational institutions to modernize their digital IT infrastructure to ensure efficient operations. With a secure infrastructure, colleges can facilitate remote...