VXLAN (Virtual Extensible LAN) is a network virtualization technology that addresses scalability and segmentation limitations of traditional VLANs in modern data centers and cloud environments. VXLAN encapsulates Layer 2 Ethernet…
LISP (Locator/ID Separation Protocol) is a network architecture and protocol designed to address challenges in routing scalability and mobility in modern networks. It achieves this by decoupling the two primary…
BGP vs. IGP: BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) is an exterior gateway protocol (EGP) used to route between autonomous systems, whereas protocols like OSPF and EIGRP are interior gateway protocols (IGPs)…
IP SLA (Internet Protocol Service Level Agreement) is a feature on Cisco devices that allows network administrators to monitor, measure, and manage network performance. IP SLA provides insight into how…
1. Configuring Local SPAN (Cisco Switch) Here’s an example of how a local SPAN can be configured on a Cisco switch: Switch#configure terminalSwitch(config)#monitor session 1 source interface ethernet0/1 - 3Switch(config)#monitor…
In network monitoring, SPAN (Switched Port Analyzer) is a feature used to mirror network traffic from specific ports or VLANs to another port where it can be analyzed. It’s commonly…
Configuring NetFlow on network devices allows for the collection of flow information to monitor and analyze network traffic. Below is a detailed explanation of how to configure NetFlow on Cisco…
NetFlow is a network protocol developed by Cisco for collecting IP traffic information and monitoring network performance. It provides insights into network usage patterns, helping administrators understand bandwidth consumption, identify…
Configuring syslog on Cisco devices is a straightforward process, and it’s essential for monitoring and logging events across your network. Cisco’s syslog implementation lets you send event messages from routers,…
Syslog is a standard protocol used for logging system messages and events, primarily within network and Linux/Unix environments. It allows devices such as routers, switches, servers, and applications to send…