Afroz Ahmad

Education:

  • Bachelor in Technology (Electronics & Communication)
  • CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Administrator)
  • CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert)

Expertise:

  • Computer Networking
  • Networking Gears like Routers, Switches, WiFi equipments, Firewalls, etc
  • Telecom
  • Internet
  • Internet Services
  • Data Center Networks
  • ISPs (Internet Service Providers)

Introduction:

  • Network Designer and Technology writer specializing in Computer Networking, Electronics, Internet, and Telecom.

Experience:

I’m a Network Engineer with more than 17 years of experience in Computer Networking, Data Centers, Telecom, Internet Services, and ISPs. Currently, I work as a Network Designer for a leading ISP equipment vendor.

I share my expertise through my blog and courses, aiming to help people solve everyday internet issues, select the appropriate equipment for their tech needs, and simplify complex networking concepts for both beginners and experienced professionals.

Reach out to me with any questions you have on Computer Networking, Modems, Routers, Internet services, etc.

Latest Posts from Afroz

Latest Posts

Cisco PfR/OER: Modern SD-WAN and Automation

Afroz Ahmad Oct 31, 2011 17 min read
Cisco PfR/OER: Modern SD-WAN and Automation

Today, we revisit a foundational Cisco feature: Optimized Edge Routing (OER), more commonly known now as Performance Routing (PfR). In 2011, we explored how this…

MSDP with BGP Address-family Ipv4 Multicast

Afroz Ahmad Oct 29, 2011 11 min read
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Today we delve into the foundational architecture of MSDP with BGP IPv4 Multicast address-family. While initially published in 2011, the core principles of inter-Autonomous System…

STP Root Guard: Automation & Best Practices 2025

Afroz Ahmad Jun 18, 2011 10 min read
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Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) remains a critical Layer 2 defense mechanism, even in the age of advanced network fabrics. The STP Root Guard feature is…

Cisco 3560/3550 EOL Console Recovery Procedure

Afroz Ahmad Jun 15, 2011 18 min read
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While much of the networking world has shifted towards automation and API-driven recovery, there are still situations where understanding fundamental device recovery procedures is critical.…

Cisco Configure Replace: Modern Use & Best Practices

Afroz Ahmad Jun 14, 2011 11 min read
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As a network engineer, I’ve broken configs enough times to know the value of a solid rollback strategy. One of the most powerful, yet sometimes…

eBGP Peering: Intent-Based Path Selection

Afroz Ahmad Jun 13, 2011 8 min read
eBGP Peering: Intent-Based Path Selection

The backbone of inter-Autonomous System (AS) communication on the internet relies heavily on External Border Gateway Protocol (eBGP). As networks evolve, so do the best…