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Edge computing
Edge computing is a paradigm that aims to bring computing resources closer to the end-users and devices, reducing latency and improving performance, reliability, and security of the applications and services. It enables real-time processing of data at the edge of the network, where the data is generated, rather than sending it to a centralized data…
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How to avoid cloud vendor lock-in
Vendor lock-in is a situation where a company becomes dependent on a particular vendor or supplier for its products or services, making it difficult to switch to an alternative vendor. Vendor lock-in can be costly and can restrict a company’s ability to innovate and grow. In this guide, we will discuss services that can be…
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Linux memory management
Linux is an open-source operating system that is widely used in various industries, from server infrastructure to consumer devices. One of the critical aspects of any operating system is its memory management system. In this blog post, we will dive deep into Linux memory management, paging, and swap. Memory Management in Linux The primary goal…
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Windows memory management
Windows memory management is a critical aspect of the operating system, and it’s essential to understand how it works to optimize the system’s performance. Windows memory management is responsible for managing the system’s memory resources and ensuring that programs can access memory when needed. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the key concepts of memory…
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TCP vs UDP
TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) and UDP (User Datagram Protocol) are two of the most commonly used protocols in computer networking. While they are both used to transport data over an IP network, they have different characteristics that make them suitable for different types of applications. TCP is a connection-oriented protocol, which means that it establishes…
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Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
The Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) is a routing protocol used to exchange routing information among different Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and autonomous systems (ASes). BGP is an essential component of the Internet’s global routing infrastructure, enabling packets to be routed from one network to another. In this blog post, we will take a closer look…
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Protocol Glossary
Here is a glossary of some common protocols used in computer networking: By familiarizing themselves with these and other protocols used in computer networking, IT professionals can build and maintain robust, efficient, and secure networks.
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Networking 101
IT Networking 101: Understanding the Fundamentals of Computer Networks Computer networks are essential to modern businesses, allowing people to communicate and share information across different locations, and even across the world. A computer network is a collection of interconnected devices and systems that communicate with each other, exchanging data and resources. The network can be…
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The OSI model
The Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model is a conceptual framework that defines how data communication occurs in a network. It is a reference model that was developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) to standardize network communications. The OSI model consists of seven layers, each of which represents a specific function or task in…
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Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks
Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks are a serious threat to businesses and organizations that rely on the internet to conduct their operations. In a DDoS attack, the attacker floods the targeted website or server with an overwhelming amount of traffic, effectively making the website or server unavailable to legitimate users. DDoS attacks have become…
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