March 2, 2008
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Changing a web host is nuisance, but there is no reason to tolerate less then optimum service from your current web host if you're not happy with them. If you plan ahead, changing a web host may not be too bad and can be done without downtime or email disruptions. The most important thing to note is not to cancel your existing account until you're done. Even...
March 1, 2008
by Scott Seong
When searching for a reliable web host, consider factors like server uptime, loading speed, customer support, scalability, security features, and pricing. Ensure the host aligns with your website's needs, whether it's a personal blog or e-commerce site, and check for user reviews and recommendations to gauge their reputation.
January 3, 2008
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IP Spoofing is a technique used to gain unauthorized access to machines, whereby an attacker illicitly impersonates another machine by manipulating IP packets. IP Spoofing involves modifying the packet header with a forged (spoofed) source IP address, a checksum, and the order value. Internet is a packet switched network, which causes the packets leaving one...
November 10, 2007
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Ipconfig is a MS-DOS command-line tool used to display and manage the network settings of your computer. Ipconfig is available on Windows machines, and it displays the current network connection details and DHCP client settings.
July 18, 2007
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A Proxy server is a computer that sits between a client computer and the Internet and provides indirect network services to a client. A proxy server intercepts all client requests and provides responses from its cache or forwards the request to the real server.
May 25, 2007
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The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a network protocol that functions at the application layer of the Internet Protocol (IP) suite. A server that uses DHCP will be able to dynamically assign IP Addresses and other network configuration parameters to devices on the network; thus, allowing communication to a second network. The protocol can be im...
April 8, 2007
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TCP/IP, Transmission Control
Protocol/Internet Protocol,
is the suite of two protocols, TCP and IP, used to interconnect network devices
on the Internet. The TCP performs the handshake between the network devices to establish a socket. The socket remains open during the communication. The source TCP converts the data into packets and sends them to the d...
March 18, 2007
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MAC, Media Access Control,
address is a globally unique identifier assigned to network devices, and
therefore it is often referred to as hardware or physical address. MAC
addresses are 6-byte (48-bits) in length, and are written in MM:MM:MM:SS:SS:SS
format. The first 3-bytes are the ID number of the manufacturer, which is assigned
by an Internet stand...
February 22, 2007
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address and the host address. A subnet mask separates the IP address into the network and host addresses (<network><host>). Subnetting further divides the host part of an IP address into a subnet and host address (<network><subnet><host>) if additional subnetwork is needed. Use the Subnet Calculator to retrieve subnetwork inform...
February 16, 2007
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The Internet Protocol Address (or IP Address) is a unique address that computing devices such as personal computers, tablets, and smartphones use to identify themselves and communicate with other devices in the IP network. Any device connected to the IP network must have a unique IP address within the network.
