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What Is DHCP? (And Why Networks Depend on It)

January 11, 2026January 10, 2026 by bill
DHCP flow diagram showing how devices automatically receive IP addresses using the DORA process

DHCP assigns IP addresses and network settings automatically, allowing devices to connect to networks without manual setup.

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What Is DNS and Why It Matters

January 11, 2026January 10, 2026 by bill
DNS diagram showing how domain names are resolved into IP addresses across the Internet

DNS makes the Internet usable by translating domain names into IP addresses. Learn how DNS works and why it’s critical to modern networking.

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What Is a Firewall? (Explained Simply)

January 11, 2026January 4, 2026 by bill
Firewall diagram showing a home LAN and business LAN protected from the Internet by a network firewall

What is a firewall? Learn how firewalls protect home and business networks by controlling traffic between LANs and the Internet.

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  • Entry-Level Network Engineering Tools
  • Basic Network Security Concepts (Explained Simply)
  • Wired vs Wireless Networking (Explained Simply)
  • What Is DHCP? (And Why Networks Depend on It)
  • What Is DNS and Why It Matters
  • What Is a Firewall? (Explained Simply)
  • LAN vs WAN vs Internet (Explained Simply)
  • IP Addresses and Subnets (Made Simple)
  • Modems Routers and Switches Explained
  • What Is a Network?
  • Network Engineering Basics
  • Public and Private Keys Explained
  • What Is a Firewall?
  • What Are Modems, Routers, and Switches?
  • Beginner SSH Key Setup Guide
  • What Is SSH and How to Use It Securely
  • How AI Is Changing Network Engineering
  • Advanced iTerm2 Configuration
  • Beginner’s Guide to iTerm2
  • iTerm2 Explained
  • Terminal Emulators Explained


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