If you have ever used a GPS to avoid traffic, you already intuitively understand the fundamental problem of computer networks. When you send a message, it needs to traverse a “web” of routers to reach its destination. But how do these devices decide where to go? Do they choose the path with the fewest cables? […]
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Keeping a server secure is an ongoing task, and one of the biggest threats is malicious software that hides in the system to grant an attacker persistent access. The most dangerous among them are rootkits. In this tutorial, we will introduce an essential, top-tier tool for any system administrator: the chkrootkit. It is a lightweight
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If you have ever worked with networks in Linux environments, you certainly know and love netcat (or nc), the famous “Swiss Army knife” for network diagnostics. But when migrating to Windows, many system administrators and security analysts wonder: is there a native and equally powerful equivalent? The answer is a big yes! In modern Windows,
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In this tutorial, we will teach you how to install and configure the NGINX web server on a machine with the Linux operating system. We will do a quick installation followed by the main commands so you can start operations on the NGINX server. Installing NGINX on Linux To install NGINX, we will start by
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In this tutorial, we will teach you how to install OPNsense on VirtualBox in a simple and efficient way. OPNsense is an incredible tool for those looking for a secure operating system with various tools to provide security. Downloading OPNsense Now, let’s download OPNsense using the link below. https://opnsense.org/download/ Next, we will select the architecture
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This technical post breaks down congestion control mechanisms, focusing on the role of the transport layer. When multiple devices attempt to send an excessive volume of data simultaneously, the network can become overwhelmed. This phenomenon, known as congestion, leads to performance degradation, causing packets to be delayed or even lost. What Is Congestion Control and
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In this tutorial, we will show you how to configure a network with just one router in Packettracer. It will be a very simple and objective tutorial. The tutorial will also show some important points such as the use of the default gateway and tests with ping and tracert. In addition, we will show you
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In this guide, you’ll learn how to configure Snap to work behind a proxy, even if you’re new to Linux or networking. Snap is a package management system developed by Canonical that simplifies the installation, update, and removal of applications on Linux systems. However, in corporate or academic environments, internet access is often routed through
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In this practical tutorial, I will show you how to create a simple switch network using the Cisco Packet Tracer simulator, one of the most commonly used tools in network teaching. If you are taking the first steps in the world of computer networks or need to review essential concepts for certification, this post is
Are you ready to take the first step into the fascinating world of computer networks? In this step-by-step and super easy tutorial, we will use Packet Tracer, Cisco’s network simulator, to create your first functional network. We will start from scratch, setting up a basic network with just 2 computers. Don’t worry about complex technical
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