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Episode 172: Infrastructure Tools — TFTP, Terminal Emulators, and Basic Commands

20 Jul 2025

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Some of the most essential network management tools are also the most overlooked. This episode covers infrastructure tools such as TFTP servers for file transfers, terminal emulators like PuTTY and SecureCRT for CLI access, and core diagnostic commands including ping, traceroute, ipconfig, and netstat. You’ll learn how these tools assist with configuration backups, firmware upgrades, and remote diagnostics.We also discuss the risks and limitations of tools like Telnet vs. SSH and how to secure TFTP environments. Whether you’re pushing configurations or diagnosing a downed router, these utilities are indispensable for day-to-day network operations. This episode builds confidence with the hands-on tools every technician should master.

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