As discussed in a previous section, CLI is traditionally used as the means for network automation, but it requires scripting knowledge, which makes it a poor choice for complex networks. However, there are open-source tools such as Red Hat Ansible, Chef, and Puppet that provide a library of CLI-based commands that can be deployed, modified, and reused for various tasks.

An improvement from CLI-based tools is proprietary GUI-based software offered by network device vendors. Though…

Depending on the role’s complexity a minimum of three-five years’ experience is normally required for a system administrator. Typically a bachelor’s degree in computer science is required for a system administrator role, in web technology, network administration or something similar. However, some employers may require further training depending on the role and if it requires the system administrator to specialise in a specific area. Therefore certificates and proof of training may be…

5G technology and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity will enable patients to be monitored via connected devices that constantly deliver data on key health indicators, such as heart rate and blood pressure. In the auto industry, 5G combined with ML-driven algorithms will provide information on traffic, accidents, and more; vehicles will be able to share information with other vehicles and entities on roadways, such as traffic lights. These are just two industry applications of 5G technology that can enable…

The average Cyber Security engineer salary is around $74K a year, according to this article in careerexplorer. Senior-level engineers earn an average of $96K annually, while beginners can look forward to $59K a year. Nice work if you can get it!

In India, a Cyber Security engineer’s salary averages ₹525,652 a year, while a similar engineer in Australia earns A$130K and an engineer in the UK can make £47,926 annually.

Of course, the above numbers can fluctuate depending on the…

With all this data, companies need a way to store, manage, access, and interpret the data. And since most of it is stored on cloud platforms, cloud engineers are the ones to do it. As a result, knowing the SQL standard, which is the foundation for many query languages, is important. But also knowing some of the common database technologies like Hadoop, MongoDB, and MySql is important as well. You can find a comprehensive list of the top cloud databases here.

Computer Systems…

The statement continues that the claims "have led to the abuse of our engineers and, in some cases, prevented essential network maintenance taking place." The statement concludes by reminding the public of the vital role of network connection and urges anyone who witnesses the abuse of telecom workers to report the incident to local authorities.

Having a better idea of what the standard will look like is a good first step to understanding the commercialization of 5G, but there are…

Mobile-first. Deskless workers should be able to accomplish their tasks without jumping through hoops. Make sure your FSM tools are accessible (and compatible) with the tools your employees use in the field, including their own mobile devices.

Integrated with other systems. Whatever your FSM solution, it should work seamlessly with the other systems you use. Make sure your field service operation works in tandem with your CRM, HR system of record, IT system, payroll software, etc.…

During the past decade, we’ve seen the global IT security market flooded with new network security and firewall security appliances. New vendors emerging into the market while existing well-known vendors introduce new smarter and complex firewalls that aim to keep enterprise organizations as safe as possible. Palo Alto Networks is one of the new-generation security vendors who have managed to break into a saturated market and make their stand.

It’s no coincidence that Palo Alto…

Let’s start by answering that question, and then I’ll circle back to how a Cisco FTD 9300 was brought to it’s knees (Never seen that before!), and how I solved this customers issues.

Lastly, what about my customer in Ohio and the 9300 that was brought to its knees? Yes, once we moved the IPS policy to a base of Security over Connectivity, we found the problems they were having quickly. The IPS events started triggering about 6000 hits a minute after we deployed, and the CPU on the 9300…

With the enterprise solution architecture being introduced on a large scale, the demand for software experts in the sphere displays a steady growing pattern conditioning division of responsibilities within this professional group. In this article, we will deal with showcasing the differences between technical architect vs solution architect vs enterprise architect, all of which nestle under a broad umbrella term of a software architect.

The solution architect is a visionary strategist.…

Technology is the common thread that will play a vital role in helping organizations achieve these goals. For instance, consider the potential of an enterprise digital platform that creates a common playground for organizations and freelancers to communicate, collaborate & create. Such a platform will become the fulcrum of the gig ecosystem by

Allowing companies to seamlessly connect with the required resources, in-house or external.

Presenting employees with vast options to…

So if constant monitoring is a necessity, shouldn’t you just hire a full-time IT person? In most cases, companies with fewer than 50 employees will find it far less expensive to outsource their IT needs to a dedicated managed services provider than to take on an additional employee.

Even though a managed IT services solution is the best option for most small businesses, not all managed services plans are created equal. Here are some things to look for when evaluating a managed IT…

Network Engineering is a very exciting field to be a part of. I can honestly say that I love my job. If you love technology and can appreciate daily challenges and projects then this could be the perfect job for you. Some daily responsibilities include troubleshooting current issues and/or investigating past issues. Issues can range anywhere from a simple port configuration for a new PC install to routing changes/updates required for new sites or subnets. There is always something to work…

Government-backed hackers based in North Korea are targeting individual security researchers through a number of means including a “novel social engineering method,” Google’s Threat Analysis Group is reporting. The campaign has reportedly been ongoing for several months, and worryingly appears to exploit unpatched Windows 10 and Chrome vulnerabilities.

Although Google doesn’t say exactly what the aim of the hacking campaign is, it notes that the targets are working on “vulnerability…

BI(Business Intelligence) is a set of processes, architectures, and technologies that convert raw data into

meaningful information that drives profitable business actions.It is a suite of software and services to

transform data into actionable intelligence and knowledge.

BI has a direct impact on organization's strategic, tactical and operational business decisions. BI supports

fact-based decision making using historical data rather than assumptions and gut…

There are also different types of network connections that concern how elements in a network are connected to each other. Topologies are used to connect computers, with a collapsed ring being the most common type due to the Ethernet supporting the internet, local area networks and wide area networks.

A central node connects a cable to each computer in the network in a star topology. Each computer in the network has an independent connection to the center of the network, and one…

Business intelligence (BI) combines business analytics, data mining, data visualization, data tools and infrastructure, and best practices to help organizations to make more data-driven decisions. In practice, you know you’ve got modern business intelligence when you have a comprehensive view of your organization’s data and use that data to drive change, eliminate inefficiencies, and quickly adapt to market or supply changes.

It’s important to note that this is a very modern definition…