Comparison between TCP IP vs OSI Model (with Cheatsheet PDF)
Similarities and differences between TCP/IP vs OSI Model (with Cheatsheet PDF and Infographic) The TCP IP vs OSI Model debate has been around for years. Which one is better? What are the similarities and differences? Let’s take a look. What…
What are the 4 layers of the TCP IP model?
What are the 4 layers of the TCP IP model in networking? The TCP IP model is a four-layer communication model that breaks down communication into manageable chunks. This makes it possible to standardize the process of communication without relying…
OSI Model Cheat Sheet Infographic
OSI Model Cheat Sheet Infographic for Quick Reference In my last post, I wrote about the OSI Model and its 7 layers of networking, so here is an OSI Model Cheat Sheet Infographic to help you remember all the details.…
OSI Model and its 7 Layers of Networking
OSI Model Explained: 7 Layers of Networking Have you ever wondered how data travels across the globe in the blink of an eye? The answer lies in 7 layers of the OSI model, which governs how data is transmitted between devices.…
Difference between Spanning Tree versions: MSTP vs RSTP vs STP vs PVSTP
What is the Difference between spanning tree versions: MSTP vs RSTP vs STP vs PVST When it comes to configuring Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) on network devices, there are several options to choose from. The four most common are: Multiple…
What is MSTP – Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol
What is MSTP(Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol)? Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol (MSTP) is an IEEE standard that allows a single physical network switch to support multiple spanning-tree instances. The MSTP standard is useful for companies with lots of VLANs in the…
Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol – What Is RSTP In Networking?
Explain Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol – What Is RSTP In Networking? Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) is the successor and enhanced version of the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). The purpose of RSTP is to provide significantly faster convergence while still…
STP – Spanning Tree Protocol explained in detail
STP – Spanning Tree Protocol Explained in-depth A Spanning Tree Protocol or STP is a layer2 protocol used to prevent loops in a network by ensuring that a single path exists between any two nodes in the network. In this…
What is an EtherChannel in Networking – The Beginner’s Guide
The Beginners Guide to What is an EtherChannel Technology EtherChannels are a great way to increase bandwidth, redundancy, and load balancing capability in the network. This article will discuss What is an EtherChannel, why we need it, how it works,…
VLAN Trunking Protocol: What is VTP in Networking
What is VTP in networking: VLAN Trunking Protocol If you are a network administrator, then you should know that managing VLANs can be time-consuming and prone to mistakes in large networks with numerous interconnected switches. The VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP)…