In simple terms, a network is a collection of computers and other devices (media) that are connected to facilitate communication and exchange resources. Networks are classified on several criteria, including but not limited to the connection method, the scale, network architecture and topology. Some of the most popular types of networks, personal area network (PAN), local area network (LAN) local area network (HAN), campus network, a network of area offices (NAO) wide area network (WAN), Global Area Network (GAN), the private corporate network (EPN), virtual private network (VPN), network interconnection, and overlap network. If you are a network administrator, you have to assume the network troubleshooting at one time or another. Following are some simple tips to help you in this task;
 • Moroses Marcos, Senior Director of Technical Services and Director of Security at Maimonides Medical Center in New York terms of a formal inventory of computers / workstations and servers, a crucial role in identifying the root cause of the problem. Two of the easiest softwares and more popular to help in this task and Census Bindview NETinventory Tally Systems' ST.
 • Network diagramming software helps identify (critical) communication links between the network computer. Experts recommend the use of Microsoft Visio 2003 for chalking the physical configuration of a network.
 • The device of the voting system is software that periodically checks network devices (such as servers, laptops, printers, etc) for connectivity. Reduce waiting time in identifying the problem or information making it easier for staff to correct.
 • Application logs provide a history of process errors that details when a process is stopped and why. Used in combination with devices network records, can help network administrators to identify faults.
 • As mentioned, network device logs laptops, printers, routers and switches can reduce lead time to diagnose a problem. When configuring the network, is a good idea to configure the system so that all records are sent to the server so it is easier for administrators to identify problems.
 • Use multiple software such as Microsoft Excel to establish trends in the system and application logs help network administrators to identify trends cyclical problems if any.
 • A remote control tool is an ideal solution for businesses with offices and networks therefore spread over a wide area geographical as to ascertain the problems, patches and reconfigure remote devices and workstations remotely. This reduces the waiting time for resolution problems and improving the effectiveness and efficiency of both equipment and personnel. Some of the most popular tools remote control recommended by the experts at Symantec PCAnywhere, Funk Software Proxy, VNC (Virtual Network Computing) and the NetOp Remote Control NetSupport.
 • A protocol analyzer software and hardware based on being the best defense against the problems of complicated issues such as going to be difficult to identify without packet-level information. Experts recommend using the following software and hardware-based protocol analyzers; XGig Finisar Analyzer Suite, Ethereal Protocol Analyzer and OptiView Protocol Expert Trematodes.
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