The Network Plus PrepCast is your comprehensive audio training series for mastering the CompTIA Network Plus certification. Designed for learners on the go, this prepcast transforms exam objectives into clear, structured, and engaging episodes tailored for auditory learning. Whether you're walking, commuting, or studying between shifts, each episode breaks down complex networking topics into digestible segments aligned with the official CompTIA blueprint. From OSI layers and IP addressing to ...
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Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech looks at the latest consumer technology news and reviews, talks to industry figures and answers all of your burning technology questions in his weekly podcast. It's the best way to stay updated and educated
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Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech love technology - every week they'll talk about the latest news, moves, reviews and information about anything technology!
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In this podiobook: Art is an up-and-coming interface designer, working on the management of data flow along the Massachusetts Turnpike. He's doing the best work of his career and can guarantee that the system will be, without question, the most counterintuitive, user-hostile piece of software ever pushed forth into the world.Why? Because Art is an industrial saboteur. He may live in London and work for an EU telecommunications megacorp, but Art's real home is the Eastern Standard Tribe.The c ...
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CDW Canada Tech Talks: Discussing the Latest Technology Innovations Experts from CDW and our partners tackle hot topics including generative AI, FinOps, the new cybersecurity landscape and more.
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When you’re looking for a router to push your internet connectivity performance over the top, Netgear is one of the most trusted brand names for this type of hardware. The Netgear routers give you a stable Wi-Fi connection and good range and can help you connect multiple devices. The company offers standard dual-band routers, gaming-oriented tri-band routers, Whole Home Mesh WiFi, and Wi-Fi Range Extenders. If you`ve bought a new Netgear router or got from your ISP, you must be looking at ho ...
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Tech Guide #659 - There's a new faster wireless charging standard, Telstra Smart Modem 4
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48:45There’s a new faster wireless charging standard and Belkin has just unveiled its new range, iiNet joins the growing list of companies to suffer a data breach, Telstra releases its Smart Modem 4, we take a look at the LG Smart Monitor Swing, we check out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.…
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Tech Guide #659 - There's a new faster wireless charging standard, Telstra Smart Modem 4
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48:45There’s a new faster wireless charging standard and Belkin has just unveiled its new range, iiNet joins the growing list of companies to suffer a data breach, Telstra releases its Smart Modem 4, we take a look at the LG Smart Monitor Swing, we check out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn m…
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Electric Cars: Electric Vehicle Range Claims - fake or fake news?
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48:39There's a lot of talk about the range of electric cars being falsely advertised - so what's the truth, and if they struggle with range, how did Polestar set a Guiness World Record? Plus we talk Electric Motorbikes - with Aussie auto manufacturing BACK - Savic founder joins us to explain. And your calls on BYD ownership and tossing up the post Tesla…
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With a new Naked Gun hitting the screens, we're going right back to the start - the O.G. Leslie Nielsen is Frank Drebin and his Police Squad have an important job to do. Protect the Queen - all you'll do is laugh. Watch it on your Hisense TV on Fetch with us and laugh before you enjoy the new one!By Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech
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you know the gibber don't you?By Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech
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TBTT #697 - HMD's outstanding parental controls and the new Google Pixel 10
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1:05:49We're back in studio, this week we look at the new HMD Fuse smartphone with some of the most impressive Parental Controls we've ever seen - blocking the camera or screen from showing nudity. Then there's more smartphone news with new Google Pixel devices just announced And Netflix - what's doing - prices are going up - again!All thanks to Arlo and …
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EFTM: What is a Zeller? And advice on Tablets and Cameras
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49:27Bernie's thinking of getting some epic photos while doing stunning Aussie road trips on his motorbike - but how? Shane solve his internet woes, we'll find out how, and Sergio's got a good result on his hard drive. While Matt is trying to look after mum with a new Tablet. And we catch up with Josh from Zeller - could this be the payment terminal for…
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Tech Guide #658 - The iPhone feature that can protect you from scammers
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53:56The new iPhone feature that can protect users from scam callers, Apple and Google on the wrong end of a Federal Court decision, Sennheiser is celebrating its 80th Anniversary with a limited edition pair of headphones, we take a look at the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro smartwatch, we run our eye over the Bluetti Elite 100 V2 portable powerstation, we chec…
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Tech Guide #658 - The iPhone feature that can protect you from scammers
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53:56The new iPhone feature that can protect users from scam callers, Apple and Google on the wrong end of a Federal Court decision, Sennheiser is celebrating its 80th Anniversary with a limited edition pair of headphones, we take a look at the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro smartwatch, we run our eye over the Bluetti Elite 100 V2 portable power station, we che…
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Electric Cars: Should you buy the KIA EV3? and the O.G. Electric Car? World Solar Challenge
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37:39This week Grace calls in, she LOVES her BYD Atto 3 - what makes it great, and how the Dolphin tempted her. Trev and Steve have driven the KIA EV3 - so what's it like? And is it worth it? And we talk to a Uni Student working hard on the World Solar Challenge entry backed by our mates at Uniden. Be part of the show, SMS 0477 657 657 thanks to Vodafon…
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A Volcano in Los Angeles? That's impossible - or is it? Suspend your disbelief and take in the story of an earthquake and a disaster that's set to create havoc in Los Angeles. But Tommy Lee Jones to the rescue as he tries to fight with the flow of lava! Thanks to Fetch and Hisense, we're finding the Best Movies You've Never Seen…
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TBTT #696 - The Optus CEO on the past, present and future
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1:02:05An exclusive sit-down with the new CEO of Optus, Stephen Rue. Fresh from leading the NBN through expansion and Covid, his experience now leaves him responsible for Australia's challenger telco brand and with his feet now well and truely under the table, he sits down with Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech as the first ever guest on Two Blokes Talking T…
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EFTM: The Scams people are falling for they don't think are scams
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54:49Internet issues, how do you diagnose them and when do you call on support from your telco company? New life, new Home, new PC? Why? Why by a PC? and which one?? Ideas for last week's caller with WiFi calling issues - from a fellow Android user. And we catch up with Ashley Millar from Trend Micro about the scams that you might not count as scams... …
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Tech Guide #657 - NBN partners with Amazon's Project Kuiper to deliver fast broadband from space - how will it work?
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57:25NBN has partnered with Amazon’s Project Kuiper and we talk to country head Joe Lathan about the multi billion dollar deal, how the low earth orbit satellites will work and what Australian customers can expect. Also on the show Norton has launched new protections against deepfake scams, WhatsApp has launched new tools to combat messaging scams, we t…
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Tech Guide #657 - NBN partners with Amazon's Project Kuiper to deliver fast broadband from space - how will it work?
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57:25NBN has partnered with Amazon’s Project Kuiper and we talk to country head Joe Lathan about the multi billion dollar deal, how the low earth orbit satellites will work and what Australian customers can expect. Also on the show Norton has launched new protections against deepfake scams, WhatsApp has launched new tools to combat messaging scams, we t…
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Electric Cars: We discover how much battery you lose when parked for an extended time
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38:50We get the answer to the question - how much charge will my battery lose when it's parked long-term at the airport while I'm on Holidays? Steve has a Sealion 7 and loves it, but does it match the R32 it replaced? And Adam calls about his Xpeng G6 - what's it like to own a new brand? Get in touch, Text or WhatsApp the boys on 0477 657 657 All thanks…
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Nicholas Cage leads an all-star cast that even Trev recognises in this remake of an older classic - but better. It's Oceans Eleven meets Fast and Furious, so what's it all about and what's behind the making of it? Stephen introduces Trevor to another "Best" - so how will it rate? Watch it on Fetch up on a Hisense TV folks! Here's that full list of …
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A sad week in the Fenech householdBy Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech
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We've got our first look at the new iPhone colours for 2025 - what do you think? What would you pick? NBN partners with Amazon to use Project Kuiper low earth orbit satellites to power regional broadband into the future And the new DJI OSMO 360 re-thinks how we film stuff! All thanks to Arlo and Netgear!…
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EFTM: NBN and Amazon Project Kuiper explained
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1:00:53Huge news for 300,000 homes and businesses in regional Australia with the NBN announcing a deal with Amazon's Project Kuiper to provide next generation satellite to replace the aging Sky Muster services in the coming years. I'll unpack that with the man in charge here in Australia, plus - your calls! From Hubbl to Laptop woes and saving money on Sp…
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Tech Guide #656 - NBN speed increases are coming - but you can get it today
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58:48Speeds are increasing on the NBN and one telco has pulled the trigger early with its new plans, Apple has kicked off its public beta for its latest software ahead of the official release, DJI has released a 360-degree camera, we take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, we run our eye over the HP Elitebook Ultra laptop, Tineco has unveiled…
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Sustainability in Technology: A New Era
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1:00:21In this episode, host KJ Burke speaks with Frances Edmonds, head of sustainable impact at HP Canada, about the intersection of sustainability and technology. They discuss the importance of a circular economy, the role of procurement in sustainability, and the challenges organizations face in implementing sustainable practices. Frances shares insigh…
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Tech Guide #656 - NBN speed increases are coming - but you can get it today
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58:48Speeds are increasing on the NBN and one telco has pulled the trigger early with its new plans, Apple has kicked off its public beta for its latest software ahead of the official release, DJI has released a 360-degree camera, we take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, we run our eye over the HP Elitebook Ultra laptop, Tineco has unveiled…
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Electric Cars: Jaunt, the Aussie company converting classics to EVs
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41:47Trev and Steve talk to Dave Budge, Co-Founder and CEO of Jaunt, the Aussie company taking classic and loved cars and converting them to Electric - for a price.We talk to a man with a new Atto3 that just fitsAnd we talk home charging, as well as EV traction in the wet!All thanks to NRMA Insurance and Uniden Smart Dashcams…
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Paul Newman and Tom Cruise - that's a must watch movie. It's a story of a man who sees talent, and teaches the art of the Hustle How it plays out is fascinating, so Stephen unpacks it for Trev and you, thanks to Fetch and Hisense.By Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech
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Is it worth watching?By Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech
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TBTT #694 - YouTube joins the Social Media Ban and the Blokes Flip out
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1:06:13It's official, the government is adding YouTube to the list of Banned social media sites captured under the Social Media ban for kids under 16 later this year. This is a big deal so the Two Blokes unpack it all and see if there have been any learnings. Plus, We're flipping out with the new Galaxy Flip 7 from Samsung and the Motorola Razr 60. JBL's …
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EFTM: NBN's Speed Bump already creating questions
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54:15Comparing security software solutions to keep you protected, plus questions about WiFi issues or Internet issues - how to disagnose these? Microsoft Office costing too much - what's a free alternative? Buying a Second hand phone - options for a Samsung and Apple couple on a budget, while on man questions our place on the Global Internet Speed ranki…
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Tech Guide #655 - Devices linked to most battery fires - it’s not e-scooters, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 review
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58:24New research from Allianz reveals the devices linked to the most battery fires – and it’s not an e-scooter, Kindle has released its first colour e-reader in Australia and, speaking of reading – Spotify is opening reading of a different kind – audiobooks, we give you our verdict on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, we also run our eye over the Ultrahuman …
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Tech Guide #655 - Devices linked to most battery fires - it's not e-scooters, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 review
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58:24New research from Allianz reveals the devices linked to the most battery fires – and it’s not an e-scooter, Kindle has released its first colour e-reader in Australia and, speaking of reading – Spotify is opening reading of a different kind – audiobooks, we give you our verdict on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, we also run our eye over the Ultrahuman …
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Electric Cars: Two Teslas, Two Nissan Leafs, and more from NRMA Insurance on the EV Market
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47:29This week we talk to two callers, who've both owned two EVs. One loved his Tesla so much he bought another one - the story of the deposit on the first one will make you smile. And another who doesn't like to spend too much on cars, bought a second hand Nissan Leaf, and the upgraded to a newer one down the track. We catch up with Shawn Ticehurst fro…
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Rocky Balboa hasn't climbed into the ring for a long long time, but he's challenged to do so with a different purpose in mind. This is the story of not just one fight, but two, as Rocky meets someone he never knew existed, so will he help the son of a legend? Trev's seen the first two Rocky movies - and loved them, will this part of the Rocky unive…
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TV recommendations and moreBy Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech
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TBTT #693 - Retail Sales and the deception that should be outlawed
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1:03:28Stephen and Trevor discuss Aussie retail and how the kickback to sales people should be clearly disclosed if one brand is offering more deals to the retail staff than others. Aldi Mobile wins Canstar awards for it's mobile plans. Google teases its next smartphone. And the Rugby League game that didn't deliver.…
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EFTM: Taking Trev's advice or being swayed by a Salesman
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1:02:21Lots of questions this week, including common themes like Travel but in some cases is Vodafone just a better option than local SIM cards? Wifi problems solved, a happy customer, but another looking for a new solution for home security. Unique needs for a mobile phone user, and watching content while Travelling. Plus we catch up with Garry to see wh…
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Tech Guide #654 - Scams we can expect after Qantas data breach, Hisense U8Q TV review
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51:48The scams Qantas customers can expect to see according to a cyber security expert, the feature that makes the new JBL Tour One M3 headphones stand out from the crowd, the new Rode product that’s been released that you can get for free, we check out the Hisense U8Q mini LED smart TV, we take a listen to the Nothing Headphones (1), Samsung hits new h…
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Tech Guide #654 - Scams we can expect after Qantas data breach, Hisense U8Q TV review
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51:48The scams Qantas customers can expect to see according to a cyber security expert, the feature that makes the new JBL Tour One M3 headphones stand out from the crowd, the new Rode product that’s been released that you can get for free, we check out the Hisense U8Q mini LED smart TV, we take a listen to the Nothing Headphones (1), Samsung hits new h…
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Episode 184: Network Troubleshooting Methodology Recap and Exam Readiness
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13:04To wrap up the series, this episode reviews the full troubleshooting methodology—from identifying the problem to documenting the fix. We walk through common scenarios, showing how the steps apply in real life and what tools are best suited for each phase. You’ll revisit techniques for isolating symptoms, confirming theories, and verifying solutions…
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Episode 183: BYOD, Licensing Issues, and Troubleshooting Oddities
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18:10Not every issue fits into neat categories. In this episode, we address edge-case problems like Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) compatibility, expired licenses on security appliances, and odd client behaviors that defy conventional logic. You’ll learn how mobile OS updates, unsupported encryption protocols, or insufficient license capacity can cause my…
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Episode 182: Optical, Hardware, and Performance Issues — Identifying and Resolving Problems
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14:23This episode revisits advanced troubleshooting at the hardware and optical layer. We cover transceiver problems, dirty fiber connectors, power mismatches, and switch backplane limitations. You'll learn how to read interface stats for clues, test suspect links, and isolate faults in a complex network environment. We also explain how hardware limits—…
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Episode 181: DNS and NTP Failures — Troubleshooting Name and Time Resolution
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15:15DNS and NTP are often invisible—until they fail. This episode shows how to diagnose and fix issues with domain name resolution and time synchronization, both of which affect authentication, connectivity, and performance. You’ll learn how to use nslookup, dig, and ntpq to troubleshoot problems and interpret server behavior. We also cover how expired…
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Episode 180: Asymmetric Routing, Multicast Flooding, and ACL Misconfigurations
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14:54Some network issues are subtle, involving advanced concepts like asymmetric routing, multicast flooding, and access control list (ACL) errors. This episode explains how asymmetric routing—where traffic returns on a different path than it arrived—can confuse firewalls and lead to dropped packets. We discuss how to diagnose and design around this beh…
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Episode 179: Collision Domains, Broadcast Storms, and Routing Loops
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14:32Poor network segmentation can lead to serious Layer 2 and Layer 3 problems. In this episode, we explain how excessive collision domains on legacy hubs or poorly configured switches can slow performance and cause retransmissions. We also dive into broadcast storms—where unchecked broadcast traffic floods the network—and routing loops, which occur wh…
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Episode 178: Routing Troubleshooting — Missing Routes, DHCP, and Address Conflicts
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14:58Routing issues can silently break connectivity—even if everything looks fine at Layer 2. In this episode, we diagnose common routing problems, including missing default routes, misconfigured static routes, and incorrectly advertised subnets. You'll learn how to use ping, traceroute, and routing tables to spot when traffic is being dropped or misrou…
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Episode 177: Network Foundations — VLAN, Interface, and Configuration Checks
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14:23Sometimes network issues stem from the basics: incorrect VLAN assignment, disabled interfaces, or outdated configurations. This episode walks through foundational network checks that resolve a surprising number of connectivity issues. You'll learn how to verify trunk ports, check interface status, review MAC address tables, and ensure endpoints are…
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Episode 176: Wireless Configuration Problems — SSID, Encryption, and Client Issues
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14:40Even if the signal is strong, configuration mistakes can block connectivity. This episode addresses common wireless configuration errors such as mismatched SSIDs, incorrect security settings, or outdated drivers on client devices. You’ll learn how WPA2 vs. WPA3 affects compatibility, how authentication failures are logged, and what to check when cl…
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Episode 175: Wireless Issues — Antenna Placement, Channels, and Signal Loss
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14:53Signal problems are among the most common wireless complaints—and many stem from poor antenna planning. This episode examines how antenna placement, orientation, and environment affect signal propagation. You'll learn the difference between omnidirectional and directional antennas and how line-of-sight, reflection, and absorption affect coverage. W…
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Episode 174: Wireless Limitations — Throughput, Signal Strength, and Power
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14:32Wireless technology is incredibly convenient—but also limited by physical and environmental factors. In this episode, we explore the inherent constraints of wireless communication, such as reduced throughput compared to wired networks, signal degradation over distance, and interference from walls, other devices, or even weather. You’ll learn how to…
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Episode 173: Interface, Routing, and Platform-Specific Diagnostics
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14:51Every device platform—whether Cisco, Juniper, or another—has its own diagnostic approach. In this episode, we explore common troubleshooting techniques across routers and switches, focusing on interface states, routing tables, and platform-specific commands. You’ll learn how to interpret “up/down” messages, diagnose err-disabled ports, and use comm…
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Episode 172: Infrastructure Tools — TFTP, Terminal Emulators, and Basic Commands
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14:28Some of the most essential network management tools are also the most overlooked. This episode covers infrastructure tools such as TFTP servers for file transfers, terminal emulators like PuTTY and SecureCRT for CLI access, and core diagnostic commands including ping, traceroute, ipconfig, and netstat. You’ll learn how these tools assist with confi…
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