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ICMP Required for Traceroute and Network Diagnostics

As previously detailed on the Exoprise blog, the ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) is crucial for troubleshooting, monitoring, and optimizing network performance in today’s Internet-connected world. Despite historical security concerns, disabling ICMP is unnecessary and hampers network troubleshooting efforts. Modern firewalls can effectively manage the security risks associated with ICMP.

How AI is Changing Modern Networking

Artificial intelligence has changed the landscape of technology, especially as we collect and analyze vast amounts of data. As AI workloads are distributed among compute nodes and across data centers, what problems are posed for traditional networking, and what solutions can we discover? This live discussion between Justin Ryburn, Field CTO at Kentik, and Phillip Gervasi, Director of Technical Evangelism at Kentik, dives deep into the current state of data center networking in the age of AI.

What's Going on in There? What is Server Monitoring?

X-ray machines are one of the most sophisticated tools in the medical field. Capable of creating images of someone’s fractured arm, x-rays enable medical professionals to see what is going on in a patient’s most vital areas. In the IT world, server monitoring has a similar function.

LogicMonitor Excels in G2 Fall 2023 Network Monitoring Report

Fall 2023 Reports, including Enterprise Monitoring and Cloud Infrastructure Monitoring, were announced September 12, 2023 from G2, the world’s leading business software review platform. Take a look inside the G2 Fall 2023 Network Monitoring Report highlights below to see where LogicMonitor stood out among the rest.

How to Troubleshoot Internet Connectivity Issues for IT Pros

A reliable Internet connection is the lifeblood of nearly every organization. From seamless video conferences to uninterrupted data transfers and smooth online operations, the modern business world depends on a steady flow of data. However, as IT professionals know all too well, even the most robust networks can encounter connectivity issues that disrupt productivity and cause frustration.