Essential Networking Concepts for CCNA

1. Computer Networking Computer networking involves connecting devices to share resources and data. Networks can be classified into LAN (Local Area Network) and WAN (Wide Area Network). Packet Tracer Example: Scenario: Set up a small office LAN with routers, switches, and PCs. Commands: Configure IP addresses using ipconfig on PCs. Test connectivity with ping. 2. Network Devices Key devices in networking include: Router: Routes data between networks. Switch: Connects devices in the same network....

October 20, 2024 · 11 min · Aimi Sayo

Port Forwarding on Al-Watani Telecom Using MikroTik

How to porfoward using MikroTik with Al-Watani Telecom If you’re using Al-Watani, you might face issues with port forwarding due to Carrier-Grade NAT (CGNAT). This guide explains how to set up port forwarding on your MikroTik router while accounting for CGNAT. CGNAT Challenges CGNAT assigns a shared public IP to multiple users, making traditional port forwarding difficult. Instead of using the WAN interface or PPPoE for forwarding, you�ll need to manually assign the current public IP in the destination address and set up hairpin NAT rules....

September 16, 2024 · 3 min · Aimi Sayo

Play PS2 Games on PC

How to Use PCSX2 Emulator to Play PS2 Games In this guide, I’ll show you how to set up PCSX2, the PlayStation 2 emulator, and play your favorite PS2 games on PC. Download and Install PCSX2 First, download the PCSX2 emulator: Click here to download PCSX2. Alternatively, you can also download it from my server: ps2.aimisayo.com After downloading, extract the PCSX2.7z file using 7-Zip. Configure PCSX2 After extracting the files, open PCSX2 (pcsx2-qt....

September 4, 2024 · 4 min · Aimi Sayo

Self-Hosted VPN for LAN Gaming

Hi Everyone :) Today, I want to share a method to self-host and set up a VPN for LAN video games over the internet. Yes, you can use ZeroTier, Hamachi, GameRanger, or Radmin VPN, but if you want to host your own VPN, follow the steps below. What’s cool about this method is that it works on old games that don’t support or have a console to directly connect to the host IP....

September 7, 2023 · 5 min · Aimi Sayo