I'm learning lots of new stuff at the moment at work, and wanted to share it.
Although my background is Network Design and Consulting, I am finally getting my hands dirty doing "proper" network work.
In the last month, I've been using Spam Filters, Firewalls, Switches, Network Discovery Tools and Traffic Analysis tools. I've been installing Linuxes into VMs on old Windows XP laptops. I've used Cacti, OpenNMS and NMAP. I've also had to do rubbish patching jobs and sit on the floor in dusty cupboards to replace broken hardware. It's been great, although I've learned not to wear my best suit for on-site work.
All of this stuff was new to me, and I'm still rather excited. From now on, when I learn a new technology, I'm going to share my experience on here in the hope it will encourage me to write my notes up clearly, and possibly help others. Plus, if I get anything wrong, there is always some smug git on the Internet who will feel the need to write and tell me, so I'll get to learn even more.
I hope you enjoy reading my blog.
