Networking

Understanding Ephemeral Ports Part 2: Why Server Applications Should Avoid Dynamic Ports
Aug 31, 2025 Development

Understanding Ephemeral Ports Part 2: Why Server Applications Should Avoid Dynamic Ports

Discover why RPC services and SQL Server named instances should never use ephemeral ports, and learn how to configure static ports for reliable, secure server applications.

SecurityInfrastructureNetworking
Understanding Ephemeral Ports: The Invisible Workers of Network Communication
Aug 30, 2025 Development

Understanding Ephemeral Ports: The Invisible Workers of Network Communication

Uncover the invisible workers behind every network connection. Learn how ephemeral ports enable hundreds of simultaneous connections on your computer.

NetworkingInfrastructureSecurity
LTM and GSLB: The Foundation of Modern Traffic Management
Jul 14, 2022 Architecture

LTM and GSLB: The Foundation of Modern Traffic Management

Local Traffic Managers and Global Server Load Balancing form the backbone of high-availability systems. Understand how they work, when to use each, and the trade-offs between complexity and resilience.

Load BalancingInfrastructureNetworking