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I’m a CCIE 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.
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HSRP vs VRRP vs GLBP – A Quick Guide
Which one to use while deciding between HSRP vs VRRP vs GLBP, this is really a matter of the type of equipment at your disposal, network design complexity, or sometimes personal preference. The main difference is that VRRP is industry-standard while HSRP and GLBP are Cisco-proprietary protocols.
What is VRRP, and How Do You Configure It on Cisco Devices?
VRRP is an open standard FHRP defined in RFC-3768. It can be configured on Cisco devices to quickly detect and respond to router failures, providing fault tolerance at the network layer. Watch the video and take the quiz for a brief overview of VRRP.
HSRP Config – The Definitive Guide with Video, Diagrams, Configs, and Quiz
HSRP is an FHRP (First Hop Redundancy Protocol) developed by Cisco to provide redundancy and high network availability almost anywhere in the network where we have two layer3 devices. Watch the short video and take a quiz to quickly understand the HSRP config.
Router on the Stick Configuration – Enterprise and Service Provider Example
The router on the stick configuration is a powerful and easy way to add additional equipment to your network without running a direct cable from your user device to the router. This post will discuss two scenarios where we can use this type of configuration: in an Enterprise network and a Service Provider network.
21 Done For You Behavioural Interview Questions and Answers
Behavioural interview questions and answers are designed to learn about your past behavior, which relates to the job description and position you are interviewing for. The general belief is that your past behavior is predictive of your future behavior, so the interviewer wants to learn what you have done to understand
2 Simple Ways To Find Cisco Router Login Details Without Looking Like An Amateur
If you are looking for a way to find cisco router login details, you are in the right place! I will share with you two simple methods that can help you find your cisco router's login information.
This simple Windows10 feature can save you from staying up all night
What if I say that there is one simple windows10 feature to turn off blue light, which is turned off by default and can help you sleep better, especially if you work at night on your laptop.
Installing BackTrack 5 R3 inside Vmware Workstation
In this tutorial i will show you how to install…
Cisco Nexus VRF and OSPF Lab Configuration
Originally, this exercise was performed on the Cisco Nexus 7000…
Configure ACLs using Atomic Programming in Cisco Nexus 7000
This lab has been completed on Nexus 7010 with the…
ASA 8.4 Site to Site VPN Tunnel using ikev1
We will be working on the above-mentioned topology on GNS3.…
Cisco Nexus 7000 User Accounts and RBAC
In this article, we will discuss Nexus 7K user accounts and RBACs
GLBP Details, Configs and Load Balancing Tests
Gateway Load Balancing Protocol (GLBP) is a Cisco proprietary protocol that attempts to overcome the limitations of existing redundant router protocols by adding basic load balancing functionality. Watch the short video and take a quiz to get a quick understanding of GLBP.
How to Copy Large “Show Tech-support” from Cisco Device Using Putty ?
How to copy a large “Show Tech-support” output from a Cisco device using Putty. This is useful in case you are unable to copy the entire content of the output in one go.
Bridging LAN Over WAN
⚠️ Legacy Technology Notice: This article covers legacy Cisco transparent…
EIGRP Neighbor: AS Number Unknown Explained
In the dynamic world of network engineering, troubleshooting is a…
Cisco PfR/OER: Modern SD-WAN and Automation
Today, we revisit a foundational Cisco feature: Optimized Edge Routing…
MSDP with BGP Address-family Ipv4 Multicast
Today we delve into the foundational architecture of MSDP with…
STP Root Guard: Automation & Best Practices 2025
We'll discuss STP Root Guard, which prevents Layer 2 loops in network anomalies.
Cisco 3560/3550 EOL Console Recovery Procedure
While much of the networking world has shifted towards automation…