A virtual LAN (VLAN) is a broadcast domain created by switches. VLANs are a convenient way to connect ports from different switches and different buildings onto the same network and broadcast domain, ...

Rick Cook learned programming on a computer with magnetic drum memory. Since then he's written thousands of articles on all aspects of computers and high technology — as well as several fantasy novels ...

I recently installed a new Unifi 24-port switch and a NanoHD access point. Other than setting up a basic WiFi in the house and getting all of my network moved over to the new switch and AP, I had a ...

Five things you should know about configuring a Cisco IOS switch Your email has been sent Once you're ready to make the jump to a more sophisticated switch, what do you need to know? Let's answer some ...

What they do, why they're useful, and how to get started A virtual local area network is a logical subnetwork that groups a collection of devices from different physical LANs. Large business computer ...

Q: I have a Cisco L3 3560 switch, 5 unmanaged switches and 150 users. I need to create 10 VLANs. How can I configure my VLAN given the switches I have? It depends on how many users you would need in ...

I have a connection coming into the house, then into a Synology router. I have 2 VLANS set up, the default one and a 2nd one called Secure. I don't have Ethernet run in my house but we have 6 coax ...

Even fast internet slows when dozens of devices compete for bandwidth. A VLAN setup separates traffic, reduces congestion, ...

IT Networks and Security will host the presentation "Configuring your VLAN" from noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday (Sept. 17) in Room 214D, Stewart Center. Greg Laffoon, ITaP Networks and Security network ...