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Network Administration



Network administration involves a variety of tasks that can be delivered as a service or bundled in with hardware and software sales to improve your bottom line. This Project Guide offers value-added resellers (VARs) and systems integrators technical tips and best practices for administering a customer's local area network (LAN), from firewall and router configuration to network documentation and troubleshooting.

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NETWORK INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION

The servers, workstations, hardware and software your customers purchase must all be installed and configured. Performing these tasks can add value to your offerings and set you apart from other resellers. Use these tips to improve your installation and configuration processes.
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NETWORK TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Network testing and troubleshooting can be herculean tasks if you don't know where to start. Here you'll find tips and expert advice on creating a network test plan, and troubleshooting servers, VPN connectivity, routing and more.
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NETWORK DOCUMENTATION

A thorough network documentation serves as a solid foundation for other administrative tasks. These tips will help you create a network documentation that will provide value to your customers long after you've delivered your other services.
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NETWORK UPGRADING AND PATCHING

Keeping your customer's network current with the latest upgrades and patches helps ensure reliability and security, but it must be done with care. Learn how to economically and safely administer upgrades and patches to avoid introducing new weaknesses.
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NETWORK SECURITY

Every piece of hardware and software added to the network introduces a new risk. These tips on securing network devices will help you improve your customer's network security.
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