IT topics of Pandora FMS
We dive into IT terminology and highlight the importance of understanding the language used
We explore not only established concepts,
but also advances and new terms in the IT field,
where definitions can sometimes be contradictory.
What is MQTT? The most widely used protocol for IoT
Sections Definition and meaning of MQTT (MQ Telemetry Transport) History and Evolution of MQTT Operation of MQTT Benefits and Applications of MQTT Disadvantages and Challenges of MQTT Security in MQTT MQTT and WSS (MQTT on WebSockets) Conclusions and considerations...
What is a supernet?
Sections What is a supernet? Path aggregation and summarization Pros and Cons of Supernets Supernetting Best Practices IP Addressing Management with Pandora FMS (IPAM) Supernet is short for “Super Network”: an IP network made up by combining two or more networks or...
Effective Patch Management
Sections Introduction to Patch Management Advantages of Patch Management Modern Strategies Security patches Four Steps to Effective Patch Management Pandora FMS Solution for Effective Patch Management Conclusions We all know or guess what software patches or updates...
What is the definition of “PLC”?
Sections Definition of PLC Operation of a PLC Key features of PLCs Advanced PLC Functions All-in-One PLC Programming a PLC PLC Types Monitoring PLC with Pandora FMS Conclusion When we refer to PLC as a Programmable Logic Controller, we are referring to an industrial...
RDP, What is Remote Desktop Protocol?
Sections Importance of RDP What is RDP and what is it used for? How does the RDP work? How to make an RDP connection? Is RDP the same as a VPN? Which is better, a VPN or RDP? Benefits of RDP What are the risks of RDP? How to Ensure Safe Use of RDP Summarizing Pandora...
NAT: what it is and how it works in our network
Sections What does NAT stand for? NAT operation Types of NAT NAT security Advantages and disadvantages of NAT Performance impact Carrier Grade NAT (CG-NAT) Use check of CG-NAT Impact of CG-NAT on users NAT in video games Conclusion To access the Internet, a public IP...
What is a virtual private network (VPN)?
Sections General operation What can a VPN do for you? How a VPN Works Why Use a VPN Setting up a VPN How to choose a VPN provider Paid vs. free VPN Business VPN usage Security with Pandora FMS Conclusions A VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a technology that...
Tracert or Traceroute: What It Is, How It Works or How It Is Used
Sections What is Tracert or Traceroute Main Functions of Traceroute How Traceroute Works Traceroute Usage Considerations and Limitations Traceroute Practical Applications Problem diagnosis with Pandora FMS Traceroute Conclusions Traceroute FAQs Connectivity has become...
Measuring Bandwidth and Network Consumption: A Full Guide
Sections Bandwidth and Network Consumption - Basic Concepts Measuring Bandwidth with SNMP Measuring Network Consumption with Agents on Windows/Linux Computers Measuring the Use of the Whole Network Conclusions We've all heard about the concept of bandwidth. For most,...
What is an SLA? Best Practices for Service Level Agreements
Sections Introduction Importance of SLAs Evolution of SLAs and industries that use them Key Components of an SLA Types of SLAs and examples SLA Level Validation SLA Performance Metrics When should an SLA be reviewed and why update it? Conclusion In this digital...
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