In a perfect world, data would move over the Internet in real time. There would be no delays whatsoever between when one computer sends data out over the network and when it reaches the recipient. In the real world, however, there is always some level of delay when exchanging data over the network. That delay is measured in terms of network latency. Ideally, network latency is so low that no one notices it.

Live sports have moved to the internet and are now streaming instead of being broadcast. Traditional streaming protocols have a built-in delay that challenges the experience of a live game. Amazon Prime has found a solution by combining a new protocol with a very distributed CDN.

Since its inception in 1988, the traceroute has undergone several variations. You might be wondering, ‘Why so many?’ The answer is simple: achieving traceroute functionality has been a balance between security and utility. Whenever malicious actors exploited firewall and router vulnerabilities, their vendors responded with fixes and solutions which impacted the traceroute algorithms.

In the dynamic realm of computer networks, maintaining optimal performance and security is paramount. Whether you're an IT professional, a network administrator, or simply a curious enthusiast, understanding the types of network monitoring tools available to you can make a world of difference. Just like superheroes safeguarding a city, network monitoring tools play a crucial role in monitoring, managing, and protecting the intricate web of connections that keep our digital world thriving.

Since its acquisition by Cisco in 2012, Meraki has taken off as one of the most valuable tools for simplifying networking in the cloud era. Organizations using Meraki to install and configure software-defined networking (SDN) and software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) devices across their IT estates can attest to the fact.

What if you could share anything to anyone online freely, with no middle man? Imagine a place where information flows freely and connectivity is ubiquitous. Enter peer-to-peer (P2P) networks and they are (or were) a game-changer. These decentralized networks have revolutionized the way we share files, enabling users to connect directly with one another without the need for a central server. And yes, you’ve heard about them before. One of the most prominent pioneers of P2P file sharing was Limewire.

In March 2021, Commander of the United States Cyber Command General Paul Nakasone testified before the U.S. Senate, summarizing a key organizational challenge, "It's not that we can't connect the dots; we can't see all of the dots."

In this blog post, BGP experts Doug Madory of Kentik and Job Snijders of Fastly update their RPKI ROV analysis from last year while discussing its impact on internet routing security.

When a user’s Wi-Fi network experience falters, frustration often ensues, and the blame is swiftly directed at the wireless network itself. Often, the culprit lies elsewhere. In this blog post, I’ll explore the often overlooked factors that can impact a device’s experience—namely, DHCP, DNS, RADIUS, and improper network segmentation, and how wireless network monitoring can help you solve the issue quickly.

There’s an old adage that says happy employees equals happy customers. Reputable magazines like Forbes, Harvard Business Review, and Entrepreneur have dedicated significant brainpower to dissecting this concept, and customer success leaders acknowledge its truth. Just as in business, a little “self care” in IT will go a long way.