Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) is a networking protocol for centralized AAA management, providing secure authentication, authorization, and accounting for network resources.
Terminal Access Controller Access Control System Plus (TACACS+) is an AAA protocol providing enhanced security and fine-grained user access control for network resources, widely used in enterprise networks.
The AAA Framework encompasses Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting to manage user access, enforce policies, and track activities in computer and network security. Various protocols are used for AAA…
Stack switches, or stacking switch, is a network switch combining multiple switches for simplified management, scalability, and reliability.
Layer 2 and Layer 3 switches differ in functionality, OSI layer operation, and capabilities. Layer 2 operates at the data link layer, makes forwarding decisions based on MAC…
A Layer-3 switch combines advanced routing with Layer 2 switching, enabling efficient VLAN segmentation, QoS, and access control features.
Layer-2 switches operate at the data link layer, using MAC addresses for high-speed, low-latency communication within LANs. They offer VLAN support, STP, and access control.
Network switches connects devices within a LAN, forwarding data based on MAC addresses, improving efficiency and security, and managing traffic.
Active FTP is a mode of FTP connections where the client initiates the control connection, but the server actively establishes the data connection back to the client. This…
SFTP, or SSH File Transfer Protocol, provides secure file transfer between client and server. It encrypts all data and commands using SSH for enhanced security. SFTP supports various…
