In the IP based Ethernet networks, data and voice services are often transmitted simultaneously over the network. Voice traffic, in particular, requires a higher forwarding priority than data traffic.

toughSwitch will only ever run VLAN 10. The port on toughSwitch connecting to the router only allows tagged traffic. But currently, the port supporting the AP is set for untagged. The AP is a UniFi, ...

Have you been told that VLANs are the ultimate solution to your network woes? That they’ll magically secure your infrastructure, eliminate complexity, and solve all your traffic management headaches?

Setting up virtual local area networks or VLANs in your home network or home lab makes management of your network easier. You can use one as a guest network to share your internet connection with ...

So in my duplex, I have gig symmetrical fiber internet, with a Zyxel C3000Z connected to the ONT. This is the standard issue hardware for CenturyLink in my area. I already turned off the WiFi radios ...