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Guide to Installing Windows Server

Installing a server operating system might sound intimidating, but with the right guidance, it's a straightforward process. Whether you're setting up a new server for your business or just experimenting in a lab environment, this walkthrough will help you install Windows Server 2022 with confidence.

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Basic Steps After Deploying a Server

A practical guide for IT students and junior system administrators to properly configure a new Windows Server deployment

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RAID and Understanding its Levels

If you’ve ever set up a server or managed large amounts of data, you’ve probably heard of RAID. But let’s be honest—those acronyms and diagrams can get confusing fast. RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10… what’s the difference, and why does it matter?

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A Hands-On Guide to Configuring RAID

If you've ever stood in front of an HP ProLiant server, staring at the BIOS screen and wondering how to set up RAID properly, you're not alone. RAID configuration can feel intimidating, especially when you're dealing with critical hardware and the fear of accidental data loss. But fear not—today, I'll walk you through the process step by step, just like I did when I recently reconfigured an old HP ProLiant with a

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Static Routing & Floating Static Routes

In this guide, we'll break down static routing, how to configure it, and even explore floating static routes—a clever way to set up backup paths.

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Default Static Routing & Floating Default Routes

In this guide, we'll break down how default static routes work, how to configure them, and even set up a floating static route for backup. Let's dive in!

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Dynamic Routing: Types, Protocols, and Working

Whether you're studying networking or working in IT, understanding dynamic routing protocols is essential. Let's break it down step by step.

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RIP – Configuration, Compatibility, & Best Practices

In this guide, we'll break down RIP's basics, how to configure it, and tips to avoid common pitfalls.

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EIGRP: Configuration, Metrics, and Path Selection

EIGRP is a hybrid routing protocol that combines features of both link-state and distance-vector protocols.

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Guide to EIGRP and RIP Redistribution

Redistribution is the process of importing routes learned by one routing protocol into another protocol.

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EIGRP Authentication

In classical EIGRP, there's only one authentication mode available - MD5. However, named EIGRP implementations offer multiple authentication options, providing greater flexibility for network administrators.

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NAT: Static NAT, Dynamic NAT and PAT

NAT (Network Address Translation) translates private IPs (used within a local network) into public IPs (used on the internet) and vice versa.

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The Importance of Cybersecurity in 2024

Cybersecurity is more important than ever in 2024. Learn about the latest trends and how to protect your data.

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5 Emerging IT Trends Shaping the Future

Discover the top 5 IT trends that are shaping the future of technology and how they can impact your business.

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The Rise of Cloud Computing in IT Infrastructure

Cloud computing is revolutionizing IT infrastructure. Learn about its benefits and how to implement it in your organization.