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Open source routers, not Cisco, winning over some IT managers
Using open source routers in everyday networking makes a lot of sense, more sense than using expensive Cisco routers, IT managers say. Article
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Open source router challenges proprietary networking market
Vyatta is taking on the midrange routing market, offering an open source enterprise routing alternative for companies seeking more flexibility than has traditionally been possible with proprietary routers. Yesterday, the San Mateo, Calif.-based compa... Interview
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Nagios offers open source option for network monitoring
IT shops using HP or BMC monitoring tools might want to take Nagios for a test-drive. "Pro Nagios 2.0" author James Turnbull explains why. Article
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Testing Local Resources, chapter 7 of 'Nagios: System and Network Monitoring'
Keep track of your network activity with open source monitoring app, Nagios. Chapter 7, "Testing Local Resources" explains how to test plug-ins over a local network since some lack their own network protocols. Tip
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Chapter 5, Virtual Networking, of "Virtualization with VMWare ESX Server"
Get the ins and outs of virtual networking from "Virtualization with VMWare ESX Server" where readers can find tips and answers to frequently asked questions on virtual switches, physical and virtual NICs and advanced network configuration. Tip
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Network monitoring and server management with Nagios
Open source software and applications expert Bernard Golden recommends Nagios, an open source network monitoring tools, as a best fit for server management needs. Ask the Expert
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Low cost VPN with Smoothwall
Security expert James Turnbull says you don't need to purchase another client to get the low-cost benefit of Smoothwall. Ask the Expert
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Resources for configuring Astaro on VPNs
Security expert James Turnbull recommends resources for configuring Astaro on VPNs for a user new to Linux. Ask the Expert
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Managing Samba: Choose your weapon -- Windows network ID basics
Samba Team co-founder John H. Terpstra kicks off an semimonthly tips series that can help Linux administrators master Samba-3 management. The first installment covers Windows network identiy basics. Tip
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Managing Samba: Windows network identity basics
Linux administrators keen to manage Samba well should be just as keen on learning the basics of Windows network identity, says Samba team co-founder John H. Terpstra. Understanding Windows networking identity basics can make Samba management a lot ea... Tip