No DHCP relay, but separate DHCP configure for router VLAN interface. So the host em0.30 interface DOES properly get a DHCP VLAN IP (different private IP block than my main, public LAN). So I know the ...

Use these tips as a guide to keeping a lock on data when using virtual LANs. Securing a virtual LAN network begins with physical security. These best practices can help administrators and IT managers ...

I have a weird thing ... as usual. I have a Cisco UCS system with the normal fabric interconnect setup (2 x 6248UP connected to a chassis with 2 x 2208xp fabric extenders), running the latest 4.x ...

To begin, we must have a more formal definition of what a LAN is. LAN stands for local area network. Hubs and switches usually are thought of as participating in a single LAN. Normally, if you connect ...

It's no surprise that Linux makes a great router and firewall. A lesser-known fact is that you also can use Linux as an Ethernet bridge and VLAN switch, and that these features are similarly powerful, ...

As we march toward one of the last weekends of the year, it’s time again to take a look at some homelab projects you should tackle. This weekend, I think it’s time you get your network in order. From ...

The smart home is quite an achievement when fully deployed. Once a network has been established and a few devices added, you'll have quite a compelling solution. But to take this to the next level, ...