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Will Your Network Traffic Analysis Spot Today’s Threats?
Network traffic analysis (NTA) is the practice of monitoring and interpreting the data flowing across your network to ensure performance, reliability, and security. Companies rely on a mix of tools — ranging from packet sniffers and flow analysis software to advanced NDR systems — to gain visibility into their network’s behavior. This guide explores the types of NTA solutions available,…
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Network Traffic Types (With Examples)
Identifying network traffic types is vital because it allows you to consider various facets of network quality. Though people use multiple classifications and terms to define network traffic, it’s broadly classified by direction, such as north-south or east-west traffic. Typically, network traffic represents the data or packets of data that travel through one or more computer networks at a given…
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Causes of High Network Latency and How to Fix it Quickly
Network latency refers to the delay that occurs when data travels across a network from one point to another. It’s the time it takes for a data packet to go from its source to its destination and back. There is always going to be some latency on a network — but when it gets too high, it can result in…
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Russian ISP confirms Ukrainian hackers “destroyed” its network
Ukrainian hacktivists, part of the Ukrainian Cyber Alliance group, announced on Tuesday they had breached Russian internet service provider Nodex’s network and wiped hacked systems after stealing sensitive documents. “The Russian internet provider Nodex in St. Petersburg was completely looted and wiped. Data exfiltrated, while the empty equipment without backups was left to them,” the Ukrainian hacktivists announced yesterday on…
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How to Add a Custom Profile Picture to Your PlayStation Network Account
Summary The PlayStation Network lets you set a custom profile picture distinct from your avatar. You can upload custom profile pictures via the PlayStation website or the mobile app. Freely swap between using custom profile pictures or default avatars by flipping a toggle in your console settings. Alongside a lengthy list of iconic PlayStation characters that you can set as…
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When to Use Cloud Network Security (And When to Avoid It)
From data storage to business applications and beyond, companies of all sizes rely on the cloud for day-to-day operations and critical business processes. Protecting cloud-based infrastructures with robust security standards is crucial for modern organizations. Cloud network security is a popular approach. But is it right for your business? Read on to find out. 1 RingCentral RingEx Employees per Company…
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Network Definition Made Simple: Here’s the Basics
The simple network definition: a system that links other subsystems together and allows them to share information and resources. Computer networks are the technology interconnecting software, allowing you to do things like print a document from your laptop or send your business partner a signed contract over email. Imagine networks as a fabric of interconnected paths where data travels from…
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EXACT Steps to Find Your Network Security Key On ALL Devices
Confused about network security keys? You’re not alone. This guide includes step-by-step instructions on how to find your network key for the four most popular digital devices. Here’s a quick summary: iOS: Open the Settings app, tap on Wi-Fi, select your connected network, and find the Password field. Android: Open the Settings app, tap on Network & Internet, go to…
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How to Fix Network Jitter (for Good) in Under 10 Minutes
If you’re experiencing choppy phone or video calls, pixelated conferencing, or disjointed VoIP audio connections, your network jitter may very well be above acceptable levels. Jitter refers to the variation in the arrival times of data packets across a network. There is always going to be a little variation, but if the jitter rate is too high, you will experience…
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6 Types of Network Address Translation: Which One to Use?
Network Address Translation (NAT) is one of the key technological concepts behind the performance of communication networks and the internet at large. NAT is a mechanism for converting private (local) IP addresses into public (global) IP addresses and vice versa. There are six main NAT types: static, dynamic, port address translation, overlapping, and masquerade. Understanding the functionality of each NAT…
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