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What Is a Network Baseline & Why You Need One

Imagine driving to work every day on the same route. You know how long it typically takes, where traffic tends to slow down, and which shortcuts can save you time. But one day, your commute takes twice as long, and you’re left wondering – was it an accident, construction, or just bad luck? Knowing what’s “normal” for your commute helps you immediately recognize when something’s off and figure out why. The same principle applies to your network.

Docker Networking 101

This series will guide you through the most crucial container networking concepts. You don't need to be a Docker expert to apprehend the different concepts introduced here, though a basic understanding of networking, Docker, and Kubernetes is required. You can fast-track to the second part by going to Docker Networking Part II. Docker is a tool designed to create, build, and run isolated environments inside containers. It's widely used to containerize applications to run inside lightweight containers.

7 Best Network Management Software Tools

Managing a network can be daunting, especially as your infrastructure grows in size and complexity. Fortunately, network management software can help you monitor, manage, and optimize your network, ensuring everything runs smoothly. This post will explore the seven best network management software tools available today. After, we’ll dive into a comprehensive guide on network management to help you understand its importance and how to choose the right tool for your needs.

When and How to Use Log-Based Metrics in DX Operational Observability

DX Operational Observability (DX O2), a next-generation AIOps and Observability solution from Broadcom, offers two powerful capabilities that generate valuable insights from complex log data. Since DX O2 supports ingestion of logs from a wide variety of sources, the solution offers an enormous opportunity to improve observability and power AIOps.

How HTTP/2 Works and How to Enable It in Go

Once you’re comfortable with net/rpc from previous article (From net/rpc to gRPC in Go Applications), it’s probably a good idea to start exploring HTTP/2, which is the foundation of the gRPC protocol. How HTTP/2 Works and How to Enable It in Go This piece leans a bit more on the theory side, so heads-up, it’s text-heavy. We’ll focus on understanding HTTP/2 and then briefly touch on enabling it in Go. So, grab a coffee, settle in, and let’s break it down.