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DDoS protection in the cloud
OpenFlow and other software-defined networking controllers can discover and combat DDoS attacks, even from within your own network.
Systemd network management and container handling
Version 219 of the controversial systemd init system introduces a number of comprehensive changes. We take a closer look at the innovations in network management and container handling.
Attacks on HTTPS Connections
HTTPS protects a connection from both tapping and manipulation, but only if a man in the middle hasn't already infiltrated the Internet connection. We highlight the weaknesses in HTTPS and demonstrate how to protect your client and server.
Getting a free TLS certificate from Let's Encrypt
A free TLS certificate from Let's Encrypt means you can add encryption to your network for no cost, so you don't have any more excuses for failing to encrypt.
Multifactor authentication with Google Authenticator
Google Authenticator provides one-time passwords to smartphone owners for multifactor authentication, or you can integrate it into other applications, such as blogs.
Virtual networks with Hyper-V in Windows Server 2016
Microsoft provides some interesting virtualization features in current and future versions of Windows Server. You can connect or isolate virtual machines, and Windows Server 2016 even supports virtual switches.
Managing Linux Filesystems
Linux filesystems range from block-based network filesystems, to temporary filesystems in RAM, to pseudo filesystems. We explain how filesystems are set up and how to manage them.
Live migration of virtual machines with KVM
Live migration of virtual machines is necessary when you need to achieve high-availability setups and load distribution.
Opportunities and risks: Containers for DevOps
Containers are an essential ingredient for various DevOps concepts, but used incorrectly, they do more harm than good.
Ease your network inventory pain with Spiceworks
Keeping track of hardware, software, and licenses is next to impossible in these days of BYOD and virtualization. Spiceworks Inventory solves the problem with a single, small executable full of open source software and a web browser.
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