Secure Client (AnyConnect) - How to configure Secure Client 5.x Using SecureX Insights
Deploy Cisco Secure Client 5.x (formerly AnyConnect) via SecureX Insights — bundle VPN, Umbrella, ISE Posture, and Secure Endpoint modules in one push.
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SASE - Configuring Umbrella Security - Basic Setup - DNS Server Forwarding
Set up Cisco Umbrella DNS server forwarding for the basic SASE deployment — DNS Security, SWG, CDFW, CASB, and RBI explained for first-time admins.
SASE - Configuring Umbrella Security - Basic Setup - How to integrate Umbrella with FMC
Integrate Cisco Umbrella with FMC 7.3 and FTD — register the device as an Umbrella identity so you can apply DNS Security policy from the cloud console.
The Basics of Networking | Cables, Interfaces and Fiber
Ethernet vs fiber cabling compared — Cat5/Cat6 copper, multi-mode and single-mode fiber, supported speeds from 10Mbps to 10Gbps, and max cable lengths.
The Basics of Networking | Network Protocols | DHCP
How DHCP assigns IP addresses — the DORA process (Discover, Offer, Request, Acknowledge), reservations, leases, and what each packet carries on the wire.
The Basics of Networking | Network Topology Architectures | Spine-Leaf
Spine-leaf network topology explained — how spine and leaf layers deliver scalable, fault-tolerant, low-latency connectivity in modern data centers.
The Basics of Networking | Network Topology Architectures | Tier 1 and Tier 2
Two-tier vs three-tier network topology compared — access, distribution, and core layer roles, and when each fits small or enterprise networks.
The Basics of Networking | TCP and UDP
TCP vs UDP — connection-oriented reliability vs connectionless speed, flow control, error checking, and which protocol fits web, email, gaming, or VoIP.
The Basics of Networking | The most Common Protocols in Networks
Common network protocols cheat sheet — TCP, UDP, IP, HTTP, HTTPS, DNS, DHCP, FTP, SMTP, SNMP — with what each one does and where you encounter it.
Series: The Basics of Networking | Network Elements
Networking fundamentals series introducing routers, switches, firewalls, and access points for IT, infosec, and cloud beginners building a baseline.