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Back to SearchRuss White On Why We Need Network Models
Episode 12
Why do we need network models such as OSI? Network architect and author Russ White joins Holly and Ethan to talk about how network models can help en…
1 year, 1 month ago
What's the Difference Between LAG, MLAG, MC-LAG, and Stacking?
In today’s episode, we address listener Kieren’s question about the differences between LAG, MLAG, MC-LAG, and stacking. We tackle the nuances of Lin…
1 year, 1 month ago
Why Was the Colon Chosen as a Delimiter in IPv6?
Episode 10
It’s history day on N Is For Networking! We learn about the development of IPv6 directly from Bob Hinden, one of the pioneers who made it happen. Bob…
1 year, 1 month ago
High-Speed Ethernet Lanes Explained
Episode 9
On today’s episode, we’re explaining high-speed Ethernet lanes at the request of listener Matthew. We cover lanes, channels, and their physical repre…
1 year, 2 months ago
What Is a Default Gateway?
Episode 8
Today’s topic is the default gateway, essential for routing traffic between networks. We explain its purpose, configuration, and the consequences of …
1 year, 2 months ago
Performance vs. Cost
Episode 7
When building your network and buying equipment, is performance or cost more important? On today’s episode, we discuss the balance between performanc…
1 year, 3 months ago
Packet Analysis Basics
Episode 6
Packet analysis can be your friend for troubleshooting network problems. In this episode, hosts Ethan Banks and Holly Metlitzky explore packet analys…
1 year, 3 months ago
The Sort-of-Useful OSI Model
Episode 5
Network engineers should be familiar with the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model, a framework for understanding network communications. On toda…
1 year, 3 months ago
Essential Topics in Networking: Ethernet, NAT, and More
Episode 4
What are the most essential topics to understand for a new networkers? Ethan Banks and Holly Metlitzky address a listener’s question about foundation…
1 year, 3 months ago
What's a VLAN?
Episode 3
Today we explore Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs). This topic was prompted by a question from college student Douglas. We’ll explain the fundament…
1 year, 4 months ago