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Notes on network design, migrations, and operations from the people who do the work

Tools & Testing

iperf3 on Windows: Known Problems and What to Use Instead

iperf3 was never built for Windows — even Microsoft advises against it. Here are the real limitations, the alternatives, and how to test Windows network throughput properly.

Jun 12, 20265 min read
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Tools & Testing

How to Test Network Speed Between Two Computers

Online speed tests can't see your LAN, and copying a file lies to you. Here's how to properly measure throughput between two machines on Windows and Linux.

Jun 12, 20266 min read
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Technology

SD-WAN vs MPLS: Why Businesses Are Making the Switch

SD-WAN is changing how businesses connect their sites. Here is when it is worth switching from MPLS, and when it is not.

Jan 15, 20255 min read
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Best Practices

5 Network Documentation Best Practices Every IT Team Should Follow

Good documentation is what saves you at 2 AM. Here are five practices that keep it useful instead of stale.

Feb 1, 20254 min read
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Project Management

Planning a Network Refresh: A Step-by-Step Guide

Network refreshes are complex projects that require careful planning. This guide walks you through the essential steps for a successful refresh.

Feb 20, 20256 min read
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Operations

Why Operations Handovers Make or Break Network Projects

A flawless network deployment means nothing if the operations team can't manage it. Learn why the handover phase deserves as much attention as the design.

Mar 10, 20255 min read
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