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Mac sharing Part 1: How to get connected

April 10, 2013 7:34am PDT

Simon Barnett offers a guide to basic Mac sharing. Learn how to share files, resources, and screens over a simple network.

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Pros and cons of Fibre Channel and Ethernet storage

March 18, 2013 5:30am PDT

Scott Reeves looks at some of the differences between Fibre Channel and Ethernet Storage. Both have their place, depending on the size of the business, and whether there is existing or new...

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vSphere upgrade and server swap tutorial

March 15, 2013 11:17am PDT

Follow Lauren Malhoit's step-by-step instructions on how to upgrade from vSphere 5.1 and View 5.1 and do a server refresh.

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Use Wireshark to inspect packets on your network

September 25, 2012 6:00am PDT

Scott Reeves illustrates how you can use Wireshark to inspect packets, looking specifically at various points in the OSI layer, to troubleshoot network issues.

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Add virtual Fibre Channel interfaces to Hyper-V VMs

July 23, 2012 6:00am PDT

Storage provisioning for Hyper-V requires a lot of planning. In this post, Rickatron shows one new Hyper-V feature to make virtualized Fibre Channel provisioning a lot easier with Windows Server...

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Better troubleshooting with the Windows 8 Task Manager Performance tab

July 5, 2012 12:45am PDT

The Windows 8 Task Manager Performance tab has many new features and provides users with more detailed information than ever.

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Apple's next-generation Macbook Pro drops Ethernet, optical drive

June 12, 2012 8:56am PDT

Apple's next-generation MacBook Pro lacks an Ethernet port or optical drive. Bill Detwiler explains why one missing feature will add $29 to laptop's already high cost.

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Fixing Fedora's Wi-Fi with Wicd

January 3, 2012 7:24pm PST

If you've had trouble getting Fedora to connect to WPA2 Wi-Fi access points, then throw out NetworkManager and replace it with wicd.

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Only novices daisy-chain switches

November 11, 2011 11:56pm PST

If you support so many network nodes that multiple switches are required, technology consultant Erik Eckel encourages you to do it right.

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Essentials to take when visiting a data center

November 9, 2011 7:23am PST

This seven-point checklist of what IT consultants should take to a data center will help them reduce delays and return trips to the office.

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How to configure static IPs in Lion

October 5, 2011 10:15am PDT

Erik Eckel shows you how to set up static IP addresses on Mac Lion for both Wi-Fi and Ethernet connections.

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Roku 2 XS teardown analysis: Smaller device hides significant hardware changes

August 10, 2011 9:49am PDT

A new processing platform and consolidated USB/Ethernet controller let the tiny Roku 2 XS deliver 1080p video and run apps like Angry Birds.

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An Enhanced Ethernet primer

February 1, 2011 8:51am PST

If you're considering introducing Enhanced Ethernet in your environment, read this overview to find out what's necessary for Enhanced Ethernet to operate.

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A Fibre Channel over Ethernet primer

January 20, 2011 3:23pm PST

Find out why Fibre Channel over Ethernet seems compelling for so many IT pros. Scott Lowe outlines FCoE's benefits and the challenges data center architects need to consider before adopting the...

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NETGEAR announces 4G mobile Broadband router and other products at CES 2011

January 6, 2011 7:21pm PST

Bill Detwiler looks at four new networking and storage products from NETGEAR shown at CES 2011.

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Will copper always be the networking standard?

November 29, 2010 6:45am PST

Copper cabling has been the venerable media for IT for a long time. In this blog post, IT pro Rick Vanover shows reasons why copper will remain as the standard for a while.

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Some interesting twists about Ethernet cabling

November 16, 2010 11:16am PST

Michael Kassner answers the question: why does Ethernet cabling use twisted-pair conductors? Here is the explanation, including some tips learned from cable installers about proper installation.

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Why most IT consultants should not run cabling

June 8, 2010 6:51am PDT

IT consultants usually want to say yes to all client requests, but some challenges, such as running cable, are better left to qualified professionals with specialized skills.

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How to pre-upgrade Fedora 13

June 1, 2010 5:00am PDT

Fedora 13 is just out, and if you're planning to upgrade, Vincent Danen has some tips for using Fedora's PreUpgrade tool to get your system ready.

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TechRepublic Hot 5: IT legislation updates rise to the top

March 26, 2010 6:05am PDT

This TechRepublic's Hot 5 takes a quick look at the most popular discussions of this past week and acknowledges the community members who have been the most active on the site.