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Tired of waiting for files to transfer between your office and the rest of your department on the other side of the building? Consider adding a layer 3 switch to your network. A layer 3 switch is a switch performs routing functions in addition to switching. These switches offer great advantages when properly managed in […] The post Is a layer 3 switch a useful addition to your network? appeared first on NetworkTigers News.

Cybersecurity news provided by NetworkTigers on Monday, 8 March 2021. SAN MATEO, CA — Chinese hack of Microsoft Exchange Server, Virginia adopts consumer data protection law, Microsoft releases script that scans for evidence of compromised data, SITA (IT operations provide for airlines) data hacked, Russian cybercriminals forums hacked, ransomware gang attacks Qualys, lawmakers consider new […] The post Cybersecurity news week ending 7 Mar 2021 ~ NetworkTigers appeared first on NetworkTigers News.

Are you thinking about buying a used router? Your office router is one of the most important building blocks of your entire network infrastructure. Some IT professionals think they need to break the bank for a router that provides a reliable Wi-Fi connection. But that’s not the case. In reality, purchasing the latest, cutting-edge technology […] The post Is buying a used router a good idea for your business? appeared first on NetworkTigers News.

A VPN, or virtual private network, is a crucial safety requirement for small business networks. A VPN lets you more securely navigate the internet, whether from the office or remotely, and allows for greater peace of mind while sharing private information by keeping your IP address and browsing history hidden. What does a VPN do? […] The post Why you need VPN for your small business appeared first on NetworkTigers News.

Cybersecurity news provided by NetworkTigers on Monday, 1 March 2021. SAN MATEO, CA — Cybercriminals target Oxford University, Clubhouse chat room app data breach, Accellion software vulnerability, Kentucky unemployment website victim of cyber attack, ransomware attack on airplane manufacturer Bombadier, Illinois hospital reverts to paper records, connected vehicles easy targets, Apple iCloud vulnerability patched Hackers […] The post Cybersecurity news week ending 28 Feb 2021 ~ NetworkTigers appeared first on NetworkTigers News.

Choosing the right data center switch is critical if you want to keep your network engineer happy. There are two sentences he or she never wants to hear: “The data center switch is the bottleneck” and “You have to work this weekend to change out the switch.” Oddly, choosing the right data center switch for […] The post How to choose a data center switch appeared first on NetworkTigers News.

Choosing the correct Ethernet switch is a key infrastructure decision. When your company has a reliable, fast Ethernet switch, employees can communicate quickly and without delays associated with sending emails, downloading files, and displaying information. Choosing the wrong Ethernet switch slows work and company production. The annual costs of a poorly performing network switch could […] The post What are Ethernet switches and how to choose one wisely appeared first on NetworkTigers News.

Cybersecurity news provided by NetworkTigers on Monday, 22 February 2021. SAN MATEO, CA — Kroger pharmacies cyber data breach, Accellion security breach, emergency response from California DMV, stolen data posted to dark web, Pfizer attacked by North Korean hackers, second major law firm reports confidential data compromised, Idaho county courthouse confirms data breach, ethical hackers […] The post Cybersecurity news week ending 21 Feb 2021 ~ NetworkTigers appeared first on NetworkTigers News.

In the early 2000s, stackable switches did not exist. The only way to offer a large number of users a simple network topology was to use modular switches in one or several clunky fridge-sized switch chassis.  These were loaded with network modules and system management cards.  They required a cabinet, cooling fans and redundant power […] The post Stackable switches: to stack or not to stack? appeared first on NetworkTigers News.

Cybersecurity news provided by Network Tigers on Monday, 15 February 2021 SAN MATEO, CA — Florida water supply attack, Syracuse University employee names and SSNs exposed, new cybersecurity healthcheck service, stolen game source code sold, Washington state to streamline and fortify cybersecurity operations, largest and most complex breach seen by Colorado University and Microsoft estimates […] The post Cybersecurity news week ending 14 Feb 2021 ~ Network Tigers appeared first on NetworkTigers News.