TCP and UDP Practice Test
Monday August 25, 2003
| Reference | This interactive question-and-answer quiz tests your knowledge of TCP and UDP.
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What is Ethernet?
Monday August 25, 2003
| Definition | Ethernet technology has successfully powered networks for twenty years. You'd think a technology this old would be obsolete and uninteresting. Yet, Ethernet continues to be a leading ... Read More
What is Apache?
Saturday August 23, 2003
| Definition | Apache is known as the world's most popular Web server. It's a rock solid HTTP server with CGI, SSL, and other more advanced features available through optional ... Read More
DISCUSS: Options for Sharing Data Across a WAN
Sunday August 17, 2003
From 'Phillipe' on the message board -
I am trying to find the best way to share data between four PCs in different homes, in different cities. My wife and three ... Read More
Multi-User Printing Solution on Windows XP
Sunday August 17, 2003
| Message Board | From Kevin -
“We have multiple users sharing one printer. When two or more users print a batch (multiple pages) at the same time, the pages ... Read More
What is ZoneAlarm?
Friday August 15, 2003
| Definition | ZoneAlarm is a popular network security software utility created by Zone Labs. ZoneAlarm version 4.0 is a free download and is more than just a simple firewall ... Read More
802.11b, 802.11a or 802.11g - Which is Best?
Saturday August 9, 2003
| Article | Of the three popular WLAN standards — 802.11b, 802.11a, and 802.11g — which one is best? Also, how does the Bluetooth standard compare to these? If you're ... Read More
Can port scans burn up a switch?
Saturday August 9, 2003
| Message Board | From alX -
“Is it possible to burn a switch just by scanning network ports? I was told the switch had been damaged because people ... Read More
Televisions disguised as computers
Thursday August 7, 2003
| Commentary | [Via Gizmodo] Sony's Altair project has produced a new television with a large plasma screen and 802.11a network support. It looks like another step closer to the ... Read More
About Bluetooth Cellphone Headsets
Sunday August 3, 2003
| Commentary | [Via Slashdot.org] Howard Chui recently reviewed five cellphone headsets. What do these headsets all have in common? They use the much-maligned Bluetooth wireless networking technology.
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Internet Protocol Practice Exam
Saturday August 2, 2003
| Reference | This exam contains dozens of frequently asked questions and answers about Internet Protocol (IP). Studying this material will greatly increase your understanding of basic computer networking.