Network Virtualization Technology: VXLAN and Its Differences from VLAN

Network Virtualization Technology: VXLAN and Its Differences from VLAN

Source: Network Technology Alliance VXLAN (Virtual Extensible LAN) is a network virtualization technology designed to address scalability and isolation issues in traditional data center networks. It allows for the creation of a scalable virtual network on existing network infrastructure, enabling virtual machines (VMs) to move freely within a logical network, regardless of the underlying physical … Read more

The Power of the Linux ip Command!

The Power of the Linux ip Command!

Original link: https://developer.aliyun.com/article/1637555 In Linux systems, the <span>ip</span> command is a powerful tool for managing network interfaces and routing. Compared to the older <span>ifconfig</span> command, the <span>ip</span> command offers more features and finer control. This article will detail the common operations of the <span>ip</span> command to help users manage and configure networks more effectively. <span>ip</span> … Read more

Large Campus Networking Solutions: VLAN Division and Bandwidth Calculation Example (with Configuration Template)

Large Campus Networking Solutions: VLAN Division and Bandwidth Calculation Example (with Configuration Template)

Large Campus Networking Solutions: VLAN Division and Bandwidth Calculation Example (with Configuration Template) Abstract: The efficient operation of large campus networks relies on scientific VLAN planning and precise bandwidth calculations. This article provides a step-by-step guide using a real case study of a campus with 5000 people, teaching you how to avoid broadcast storms, optimize … Read more

Mastering PLC: Comprehensive Guide to Industrial Networking and Routing

Mastering PLC: Comprehensive Guide to Industrial Networking and Routing

Industrial network communication relies on switching and routing. Today, we will use Siemens PLC to configure industrial network switching and routing management, while discussing common issues and optimization solutions. Project Requirements and Common Issues Industrial networks need to ensure that devices such as PLCs, HMIs, inverters, and IO modules can communicate with each other, while … Read more

Four Networking Methods of Switches and Eight Common Troubleshooting Techniques

Four Networking Methods of Switches and Eight Common Troubleshooting Techniques

The switch is a very important part of network construction, and some friends have doubts about how to choose a switch. Before choosing a switch, you should first understand how switches are used in networking. This article summarizes the networking methods of switches in four network scenarios and common troubleshooting solutions. 1. Small Network A … Read more

Understanding Enterprise Switch Networking: Basic Concepts

Understanding Enterprise Switch Networking: Basic Concepts

Click the blue text above to follow us Resource Release Huawei Certification Beginner to Advanced Practical Course ↓ Scan to watch the video online ↓ 1. Broadcast Domain As shown in the figure, an Ethernet composed of one or more switches has all stations within the same broadcast domain. As more switches are added, the … Read more

Quick Start Guide for Beginners in Enterprise Networking Projects

Quick Start Guide for Beginners in Enterprise Networking Projects

How to Design and Deploy an Enterprise Network? In enterprise network architecture, OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) and VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) are two commonly used technologies. Their combined use can provide efficient network management and optimization. OSPF is a dynamic routing protocol used to select the best data packet transmission path within an … Read more

Understanding iWAN Layer 2 Networking

Understanding iWAN Layer 2 Networking

Introduction This article is the second installment of the “Detailed Explanation of iWAN” series. In the previous article, Xiaopai introduced SD-WAN and explained the key application scenarios of the self-developed tunnel protocol iWAN by Panabit. ▶ Previous Article Recap: Still using traditional VPN? This article helps you understand SD-WAN Today, we will talk about the … Read more

Four Networking Methods for Switches Explained

Four Networking Methods for Switches Explained

Two days ago, the weak current industry network published several networking methods for monitoring systems. Some friends asked what type of switch is suitable for 600 monitoring points? For 200 monitoring points, how to choose a switch? How to network, etc.? Before choosing a switch, I need to understand the project’s networking framework. Once the … Read more

OpenWrt DSA Configuration Guide

OpenWrt DSA Configuration Guide

In OpenWrt version 21.02, the configuration method for switch/vlan has changed. Instead of using swconfig, it has been changed to DSA, and as a result, the method for configuring switch/vlan has also changed. What is DSA? DSA stands for Distributed Switch Architecture, which is a Linux kernel subsystem for network switches. It is the upstream … Read more