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In-depth articles, tutorials, and guides to help you understand networking concepts and make better decisions.
Why Your Subnet Calculator Keeps Giving You the Wrong Answer
Common mistakes that lead to incorrect subnet calculations and how to avoid them.
The Hidden Cost of Undersizing Your PoE Budget
Why your 370W switch might not be enough for 24 devices.
How to Estimate WiFi Coverage Without Expensive Site Survey Tools
Practical techniques for planning wireless coverage on a budget.
CIDR Notation Explained: The Math Behind /24, /16, and Beyond
Understanding what those slash numbers actually mean and how to work with them confidently.
When to Use VLSM vs Equal-Size Subnets
Choosing the right subnetting approach for your network design.
Complete IPv4 Subnetting Reference Guide
Everything you need to know about IPv4 subnets in one place.
PoE Standards Comparison: 802.3af vs 802.3at vs 802.3bt
A clear breakdown of Power over Ethernet standards and when to use each one.
Bandwidth Requirements for Common Business Applications
Real-world bandwidth numbers for planning your network capacity.
Cat5e vs Cat6 vs Cat6a: When the Upgrade Actually Matters
A practical guide to choosing the right Ethernet cable category for your needs.
SLA Percentages Explained: What Five Nines Really Means
Understanding uptime percentages and what they mean for your business.
Planning a 50-Person Office Network from Scratch
A step-by-step walkthrough of designing a complete office network.
How Much Bandwidth Does a Video Conference Actually Use?
Real numbers for Zoom, Teams, Meet, and WebEx to help you plan network capacity.
Sizing PoE for IP Cameras: A Real-World Example
How to calculate the PoE budget for a camera deployment without nasty surprises.
Migrating 10TB Over the Weekend: Will Your Link Handle It?
How to calculate data transfer times and plan large migrations realistically.
Why Your WiFi Dies in the Conference Room (and How to Fix It)
Common causes of conference room WiFi problems and practical solutions.
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