User behavior

Limitations of using NetFlow to monitor cloud computing

For a variety of reasons we’re seeing more and more content being distributed via a content delivery network (CDN). CDNs are used to distribute content in such a way that multiple copies of the data exist on the Internet. These copies are on servers at points of presence around the world, so they are always close to the end user, and hence the data is delivered to the user’s desk faster.
Bandwidth Hog

Finding bandwidth hogs on your network

Bandwidth hogs can cause all sorts of problems on your LAN and WAN

Pirate Bay now favouring magnet links

PirateBay dropping torrents in favour of magnet links

Detecting Netflix activity on your network

How to detect Netflix activity on your network using the NetFort LANGuardian
Content Filtering

Problems with Internet filters on college networks

Internet filters have been around for a while now, and they can form a vital part of the network security infrastructure.
Snail on network cable

Why has my Internet connection slowed down?

Slow Internet access can be a pain, at work and at home. Here are some reasons why an Internet connection can slow down.
Spotify icon

Detecting Spotify traffic on your network

Are users on your network using the Spotify?

Zeus Trojan gaining momentum

At the NetFort Security NOC were seeing an increasing number of client systems showing infection symptoms associated with the Zeus trojan. The Zeus trojan steals login details, including passwords for online banking, email and other such accounts.

LANGuardian 8.0 Great New Report Layout

My favorite aspect of the new LANGuardian 8.0 release is the new layout of the Reports.
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