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What is an SLA?

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    A Service Level Agreement (SLA) is a formal document that outlines the expectations, responsibilities, and performance metrics between a service provider and a customer. It is a mutual agreement to ensure the service meets the agreed-upon standards and performance levels.  For example, an SLA might specify the uptime percentage for a server, response times for […]

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    Server Administrator’s Guide to POP3 and IMAP Monitoring

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      Over 347 billion emails were sent and received every day in 2023, a number that is expected to increase to over 361 billion daily emails in  2024. With so much information always flowing, the reliability and efficiency of email servers have never been more important.  So what happens when servers fail and emails don’t go […]

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      Best practices Network monitoring

      Best Blockchain Monitoring Practices for 2024

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        If you’re running a validator node in blockchain networks that use proof-of-stake (PoS) or similar consensus mechanism, even a downtime of just a few minutes can mean a significant loss of earnings.  As a responsible validator, it’s your main responsibility to maintain the highest uptime of your node possible to ensure that: You don’t get […]

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        What Is Ping Monitoring

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          Ping monitoring is an essential technique in network management used to assess the health and performance of a network by verifying the availability of servers and other network devices. It employs the ‘ping’ command, a basic Internet tool that tests connectivity between two networked devices.  The process involves sending ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) echo […]

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          Staying Ahead of the Curve: 8 DevOps Newsletters You Need to Read

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            When it comes to DevOps, keeping up-to-date with the latest trends, technologies, and industry news is not an option – it’s an imperative! For professionals navigating this dynamic landscape, newsletters offer a concise, curated way to stay informed without wading through the overwhelming sea of information available online.  So, if you’re looking to sit back […]

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            Glossary Port monitoring

            SMTP Monitoring Uncovered: How Does It Work?

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              SMTP, which stands for Simple Mail Transfer Protocol, is a crucial component in the world of email communication. It’s a protocol used within the TCP/IP suite that facilitates the sending and receiving of email. SMTP is commonly used by a range of email clients such as Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, and Yahoo Mail. As of […]