Posts by blake
Online Network Simulator Update: Support for multiple routers and the ping command
I’m currently on Spring Break. It sure is nice to have a week off of school. I’ve been busy working on updates to the Online Network Simulator and hope to release them by the end of the week. With the new update you will be able to program 3 different routers configure their interfaces and [...]
Minimizing MacGyver
The Networking Nerd: Anyone that has worked in IT knows the pain of doing a project with inadequate resources or insufficient time. It seems to be a trademark of our profession. We seem like miracle workers because we can do the impossible from less than nothing. Honestly though, how many times have we put ourselves [...]
The Sting of Rejection: Part 2
Enter Amy: The Sting of Rejection: Part 2 So once you’ve checked the gateway configuration and everything looks kosher, you can move onto checking the CUCM piece of the puzzle. There are (at least) two common errors when it comes to MGCP port configuration. One, and by far the most common, is to get the [...]
Could We Have Some Estrogen With Our Engineering, Please?
Mrs. Y: I’ve discovered that male and female engineers can be collegial, respectful and supportive of each other while still having fun. I’ve also been lucky with my new job, because I work with some really helpful, encouraging men and it’s the first time I’ve been on a team with another senior female engineer. So [...]
Matthew Norwood: Twitter (Networking) Personalities
Matthew Norwood: Original Link. So great.
Online Network Simulator Update: Registration Now Open!
Head on over to the registration page to sign up for an Online Network Simulator account. Why Register?? In the future as a registered member you will be able to save your router configurations, create larger networks, receive new features early, and many other things. More updates are coming soon! Click here to register or [...]
Online Network Simulator Update
Just letting you all know that the Online Network Simulator is now up and running again! You can find it here: http://networkingexamacademy.com/simulator. Enjoy
Finishing my Computer Science Degree
Hi Everybody! I just wanted everyone to know that even though I haven’t posted a new blog post in a while or written about my online router simulator it isn’t because I’ve neglected this website or more importantly YOU my readers. I care a lot about you guys. I know that getting your CCNA is [...]
A Classic Video About How The Internet Works
Here is an old but great video about how the Internet works. I actually watched this 7+ years ago when I was in High School, but is still a good video to teach you the basics about packets and routers. Enjoy! Thanks Erik Zandboer for digging up this classic video.
Helpdesk Analytics
I love the Gap chart that Aaron Paxson made and I think it is a perfect visual representation of what is going on with his helpdesk tickets. The problem: The Network Operations Team (desktop, server, communications, etc) is consistently not able to keep up on demands. Identify the demands, the why’s, and determine a fix. So, [...]