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CISA Directive Requires Federal Agencies to Secure Network Devices

30.06.2023

CISA outlines steps needed for device compliance.

devices , enterprise , network , Security
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Using Aliases to Manage Netstat Information

28.04.2023

Organize netstat output with these scripting techniques.

network , scripting
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What's New in NetworkManager

The Right Settings

The current version of NetworkManager introduces some changes to this de facto standard for configuring the network stack on Linux. We look at the configuration changes you need to make to keep the network running smoothly.
Linux , management , network
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Setting up a PXE boot server

Remote Starter

Set up a PXE server for BIOS and UEFI clients and use it to boot Linux or Windows.
boot server , network , PXE
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Remote maintenance and automation with RPort

Light at the End of the Tunnel

Firewalls and network address translation often stand in the way of access to remote systems, but the free RPort software works around these obstacles and supports remote maintenance through a tunnel locally, in the cloud, and from your home office.
cloud , Firewall , maintenance , network , Remote , tunneling
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Linux infrastructure servers for small and midsize businesses

All Inclusive

Specialized Linux distributions are available for small and midsize businesses that promise economical and easy management of server applications and entire IT infrastructures. We looked at four of the best known candidates: ClearOS, NethServer, Zentyal, and Univention Corporate Server.
application per... , IT , network , Server
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Network access control with Cisco's Identity Services Engine

The Magic Gate

Cisco's Identity Services Engine offers a scalable approach to network access control for a variety of devices.
Cisco IOS , enterprise , network
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Automating network hardware

Plug and Go

Automation of network devices can be accomplished in a number of ways: with the official approaches recommended by the manufacturers; by Cumulus Linux, an open network operating system; and with the Ansible automation platform, which can communicate with devices from any vendor.
automation , hardware , network
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Flexible software routing with open source FRR

Special Delivery

The FRR open routing stack can be integrated into many networks because it supports a large number of routing protocols, though its strong dependence on the underlying kernel means it requires some manual configuration.
kernel virtuali... , network , Routing , Virtualization
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Security boundaries in Windows

Cordoned Off

We look at Microsoft security boundaries and protection goals and their interpretation of the different security areas of Windows operating systems and components.
Kernel , Microsoft , network , security
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