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How to Integrate Active Directory and DNS
Windows™ Active Directory™ (AD) utilizes DNS for its location mechanism. This document outlines how AD utilizes DNS and how the BlueCat Networks Adonis DNS Appliance integrates into this environment. The integration of Adonis can be performed...
Proteus Cloud Services: DNS – Your Weakest Link
Organizations today face the challenge of controlling and managing a complex pool of Internet addresses in the face of an increased need for stable and secure IP networks to power their operations. To address this challenge, critical resources such...
SOLUTION WHITE PAPERS
New-Features-Proteus-BlueCatNetworksBYOD: 5 Things You Need to Know
Self-service device registration is a key element on a successful BYOD initiative. Learn how device registration provides the fastest and simplest way to BYOD.
A Practical Approach to Adopting IPv6 with IPAM
With the exhaustion of IPv4 address space, organizations need to start planning for the transition to the new IPv6 protocol. This white paper looks at the benefits of adopting IPv6 and outlines a pragmatic approach for IPv6 planning and readiness....
Building a Smarter Network with IPAM - BlueCat, IBM and Juniper Networks
To build a smarter planet, organizations need smarter networks that are more reliable, cost-effective and easier to manage. BlueCat Networks, IBM and Juniper Networks have joined forces to deliver services and solutions that make it easier for...
DNS and DHCP Best Practices – Architectures That Work
DNS and DHCP architectures can range from simple to complex. A good network design eliminates single points of failure, protects the network from attacks and meets the performance requirements of a wide variety of business applications and services....
DNS and DHCP Services for Voice over IP (VoIP)
Voice over IP (VoIP) reduces telecom costs, especially for long-distance. The most common application of VoIP involves sending voice data over packet-based networks using the Internet Protocol suite instead of the standard public switched telephone...
DNS/DHCP High Availability
A highly available DNS infrastructure reduces the risk of business interruption and DNS latency which sends frustrated users to your help desk. This paper discusses BlueCat Networks’ revolutionary Crossover High Availability (XHA) technology which...
DNSSEC – Secure DNS for Government Bluecat's Public Sector Practice
DNS is a critical component of every network. Without it, critical services like email, web access and many other applications cannot function. This paper examines the DNSSEC standards and recommendations outlined by the National Institute of...
Forrester Research Report: An Infrastructure Can Only Be As Efficient As DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management
DNS, DHCP and IP Address Management (DDI) solutions are a fundamental component to automating your infrastructure. In this report, Forrester Research looks at how DDI can prevent your network from becoming a hurdle to supplying a flexible and...
IP Address Management (IPAM) – Preventing Network Downtime
Business-critical applications like email, Web services, ERP, MRP, CRM and VoIP telephony rely on IP networks and DNS and DHCP core network services. These services must be continuously available to ensure business applications remain on line. Learn...
IP Address Management (IPAM), DNS and DHCP Virtual Solutions
Organizations face the challenge of how to control their growing IP infrastructure. Lacking proper tools, administrators continue to rely on spreadsheets and other outdated tools to manually track, allocate and manage IP addresses and networks. Added...
IPAM Intelligence™
Organizations are looking for smart, simple ways to manage their IP addresses, DNS and DHCP core services. IPAM Intelligence™ allows organizations to move away from inefficient and costly legacy IPAM solutions including spreadsheets and homegrown...
Managing Microsoft® Windows® DNS and DHCP
When Windows DNS and DHCP core services fail, business stops. This white paper discusses the key management challenges associated with Microsoft DNS and DHCP core services and how IP Address Management (IPAM) can extend and enhance Microsoft DNS and...
Secure DNS/DHCP Management – An Integrated Solution
DHCP is a dynamic protocol for secure, pain-free management of network resources. This paper briefly discusses the challenges associated with IP Address Management (IPAM), and how an integrated approach to IPAM, DNS and DHCP helps organizations avoid...
Six Things You Need to Know About IPv6
The transition from IPv4 to IPv6 will require significant changes to your current communication systems and management processes. IPv6 will also require a new approach to how you manage IP address space. This white paper looks at what you need to...