Most IT pros realize that using Telnet to manage routers, switches, and firewalls is insecure. Transmitted in clear text across a network, Telnet traffic basically publicizes any login usernames and ...

I have two Cisco Catalyst 2960-S 48-port switches "stacked" using the Cisco FlexStack module. Originally I had to set them up using "Express Setup", which I absolutly hate from my limited use of it. I ...

remote computers, to control your network devices is comparable to shouting your username and password when exiting a building. Pretty soon, someone will be listening, and they’ll take advantage of ...

OK, here's the scenario:<br><br>I have my computer set up as the DMZ host via my router at home, and SSH Server for Windows installed on WinXP Pro SP1. So I can get an SSH terminal window (with ...

“Promoting new software application access and anticipating customers' needs are at the forefront of Pragma Systems goals in giving the customer more access and easier, cost-effective adoption methods ...

Admittedly Telnet clients are not the sexiest of apps out there, you won't hear the internet screaming for it like say Angry Birds. However if your BlackBerry PlayBook is used for business, there is ...

You should familiarize yourself with a few different configurations that involve user authentication of traffic through the security appliance but also administrative access to the security appliance.

Excerpt from CCNA Practice Questions (Exam 640-802), 3rd Edition. Select the appropriate media, cables, ports, and connectors to connect switches to other network devices and hosts. Explain the ...

Most IT pros know that using Telnet to manage routers, switches, and firewalls is not exactly a security best practice. Instead, the accepted alternative to Telnet's lack of security is Secure Shell ...