Miscellaneous network services
Miscellaneous network services refer to a variety of less commonly used services that support network functionality and management or provide additional features but are outside the scope of a network architect’s responsibility, in my opinion.
Some of these services are as follows:
- Network Time Protocol (NTP): This synchronizes the clocks of computers over a network, ensuring that the time is consistent across all devices.
- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP): This is used for managing devices on IP networks. It helps in monitoring network-attached devices for conditions that warrant administrative attention.
- Syslog: A standard for message logging, this allows logs to be collected from various sources and stored in a central repository.
- Virtual Private Network (VPN): This provides secure access to a private network over the public internet. It’s often used for secure remote work access.
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