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Difference between Google Drive and HCL Connections

Pranav Bhardwaj
Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 16-Mar-2026 225 Views

We know that different companies have been trying to help people use cloud computing on the Internet in the past few years. As a newbie, it is not easy to choose from the different types of cloud services out there because most of the services are not free, and it might take a tremendous amount of time to try every service. Let us compare two major services: Google Drive and HCL Connections. Note that while Google Drive is primarily a cloud storage service, HCL Connections is an enterprise collaboration platform with different core functionalities. Google Drive Google ...

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Design Issues in Data Link Layer

Pranav Bhardwaj
Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 16-Mar-2026 11K+ Views

The Data Link Layer is the second layer in the OSI model, positioned between the physical layer and network layer. It manages node-to-node communication and implements essential functions like error control, flow control, and frame management. This layer provides a reliable service interface to the network layer while handling frame formatting, error detection, and link management. Understanding its design issues is crucial for building efficient network protocols. Data Link Layer Structure Network Layer LLC (Logical Link Control) ...

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Computer Networks – Ransomware Attack on the US Maritime Sector in 2019

Pranav Bhardwaj
Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 16-Mar-2026 175 Views

The United States military is considered to be one of the most sophisticated forces in the world. However, it was challenged and called into question by a 2019 ransomware attack on one of the United States' maritime facilities that disrupted critical operations for over 30 hours. The Ryuk Ransomware Attack In December 2019, a Ryuk ransomware attack targeted a US Coast Guard facility, disrupting government operations for more than 33 hours during the holiday season. The incident highlighted vulnerabilities in maritime cybersecurity infrastructure despite existing security protocols based on the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and NIST Special Publication ...

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TCP/IP in Computer Networking

Pranav Bhardwaj
Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 16-Mar-2026 14K+ Views

TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) is a suite of communication protocols used for connecting devices on networks, ranging from the global Internet to local intranets and extranets. Despite its name suggesting only two protocols, TCP/IP actually encompasses multiple protocols working together to enable reliable data communication. The modern Internet applications and services we use daily are made possible by the TCP/IP protocol suite, which provides the foundation for network communication worldwide. How TCP/IP Works TCP/IP operates through a coordinated process where each protocol handles specific aspects of data communication: TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) manages ...

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Denial-of-Service (DoS) Attack and its Types

Pranav Bhardwaj
Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 16-Mar-2026 9K+ Views

A Denial-of-Service (DoS) attack is a malicious attempt to disrupt the normal traffic of a targeted server, service, or network by overwhelming the target or its surrounding infrastructure with a flood of internet traffic. The attack renders the service unavailable to legitimate users by exhausting system resources such as bandwidth, memory, or processing power. DoS attacks typically target high-profile organizations including banks, e-commerce platforms, media companies, and government websites. While these attacks rarely result in data theft, they can cause significant financial losses and operational disruption for the targeted organization. DoS Attack Overview ...

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What is Inter-Switch Link (ISL)?

Pranav Bhardwaj
Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 16-Mar-2026 1K+ Views

Inter-Switch Link (ISL) is a proprietary VLAN trunking protocol developed by Cisco Systems for carrying multiple VLAN traffic between Cisco switches. ISL was designed to maintain VLAN information when frames traverse trunk links connecting switches. Unlike the IEEE 802.1Q standard, ISL uses external tagging by completely encapsulating the original Ethernet frame with an ISL header and trailer, rather than inserting a tag within the frame. How ISL Works ISL operates by encapsulating the entire original Ethernet frame with a 26-byte header and a 4-byte CRC trailer. The encapsulated frame remains completely unchanged throughout transmission. ...

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Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA)

Pranav Bhardwaj
Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 16-Mar-2026 1K+ Views

Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA) is a networking technology that allows one computer to directly access the memory of another computer over a network without involving the operating system, CPU, or cache of either machine. This capability significantly improves system throughput and performance by freeing up critical resources. RDMA enables read and write operations on remote machines without interrupting the remote CPU, resulting in increased data transfer rates and reduced networking latency. It achieves this through zero-copy networking, which transfers data directly into system buffers via network adapters. Originally used exclusively in high-performance computing (HPC) environments where performance ...

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Alias/Secondary IP Address

Pranav Bhardwaj
Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 16-Mar-2026 1K+ Views

IP aliasing is the process of assigning multiple IP addresses to a single network interface. This technique allows one physical network adapter to handle traffic for several different IP addresses, each potentially serving different purposes or applications. Multiple network addresses can be configured on a single physical interface using IP aliasing. One common use case is to make a single computer appear as multiple systems on the network, enabling better resource utilization and service separation. IP Aliasing on Single Interface eth0 Interface 192.168.1.10 192.168.1.11 (eth0:1) ...

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Difference between Amazon S3 and Mediafire

Pranav Bhardwaj
Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 16-Mar-2026 271 Views

Amazon S3 (Simple Storage Service) and MediaFire are two distinct cloud storage solutions designed for different use cases. Amazon S3 targets enterprise applications and developers, while MediaFire focuses on personal file storage and sharing for individual users. Amazon S3 Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3) is a scalable, enterprise-grade cloud storage service launched by AWS in March 2006. It provides object-based storage designed for web-scale computing and commercial applications. Target use cases − Data lakes, website hosting, mobile applications, enterprise applications, IoT devices, and big data analytics Storage capacity − Virtually unlimited storage ...

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Difference between Dropbox and Backblaze B2

Pranav Bhardwaj
Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 16-Mar-2026 217 Views

Dropbox is a cloud storage and file synchronization service that allows users to store, sync, and share files across multiple devices and platforms. Founded in 2007 by MIT students Drew Houston and Arash Ferdowsi, Dropbox has become one of the most popular cloud storage solutions for both personal and business use. Dropbox operates on a freemium model, offering 2 GB of free storage that can be expanded through referrals and paid plans. The service is designed with user-friendly interfaces and seamless synchronization capabilities across Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and web browsers. Dropbox Features Storage Options ...

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