
N Is For Networking deconstructs the concepts, jargon and acronyms of the data networking industry. Join grumpy old network engineer Ethan Banks with networking newcomer Holly Metlitzky for these episodes that will help you place context around networking terminology.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 50 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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In this sponsored episode by Cisco we explore how agentic AI is transforming network operations and what it means for your career. Robert Barton, an AI Distinguished Engineer at Cisco Systems, joins Ethan and Holly to help us snap the artificial inte... more
As a network engineer, you’ll end up with a lot of weird problems to solve. Many times, the problems will not be with the network at all, and it’ll be up to you to figure it all out. But how? Ethan and Holly discuss techniques for effective troublesh... more
In the previous episode of N is for Networking, Jennifer “JJ” Jabbusch gave us a thorough overview of Network Access Control (NAC) for wired networks. This week we’re going wireless! JJ walks us through the major differences between wired and wireles... more
Today’s topic is Network Access Control (NAC) for a wired network. To help walk us through it all is Jennifer “JJ” Jabbusch, a network security architect, public speaker, book author, and co-host of the Packet Protector podcast. JJ and our hosts brea... more
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I just want to say your podcast has been a great review of all the networking stuff I’ve learnt on-the-fly over the years, but is now being pulled into context (episode by episode). I highly recommend this podcast to others who have done networking (even for years), but don’t have any formal networking training. Great work. I love that Holly fearlessly asks the questions I’d be hesitant to ask. Great work.
I’ve been looking for a podcast about computer networking for awhile, hoping to gain some more knowledge on the way to work, and this is it! The hosts are engaging and they cover a lot of topics for what seems like all knowledge levels. Thank you for making this!
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A practical, interview-driven deep dive into core networking concepts, protocols, and architectures. Episodes cover topics from multicast, MPLS, IPsec, and firewalls to redundancy, VPNs, OSPF, and management strategies, often weaving real-world anecdotes with accessible explanations. The format combines a seasoned network engineer with a newer entrant, delivering both historical context and hands-on guidance, which tends to appeal to engineers, architects, and serious hobbyists seeking clarity amid jargon and acronyms. A notable strength is the balance between theory and field experience, plus a willingness to tackle vendor nuances and practical deployment challenges in a conversational, approachable style.
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