### Contents - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) # Network Management Tools Resources ##### Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Network Management Tools Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [articles](#resources-articles) from our experts, [feature definitions](#resources-glossary_terms), [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you, and [reports](#resources-reports) from industry data. [ContentsExpand/Collapse Contents](#) - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) ## Network Management Tools Articles [![What Is Backhaul? How to Develop a Robust Network Backbone](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_FI599_Learn_Article_Images_%5BBackhaul%5D_V1a.png "What Is Backhaul? How to Develop a Robust Network Backbone")](https://www.g2.com/articles/backhaul) [ ### What Is Backhaul? How to Develop a Robust Network Backbone ](https://www.g2.com/articles/backhaul) A decade ago, nobody could have imagined that buffering would become a distant dream or that something like 5G and wireless fiber networks would put unparalleled internet speed at the heart of our daily lives. Staying connected wherever we go is no longer a fantasy; it’s almost mundane. [ ![Washija Kazim](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Washija Kazim") WK ](https://learn.g2.com/author/washija-kazim) by Washija Kazim [![WAN vs. LAN](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/WAN%20vs%20LAN.png "WAN vs. LAN")](https://www.g2.com/articles/wan-vs-lan) [ ### WAN vs. LAN ](https://www.g2.com/articles/wan-vs-lan) Wide-area networks (WAN) and local area networks (LAN) let computers and peripheral devices connect and exchange data securely. A WAN connects end-user devices and servers across multiple geographies; a LAN connects physically close devices. Businesses use network management tools to oversee network configuration. LAN and WAN have different network characteristics despite their similar abilities to facilitate network interconnectivity and allow users to share and exchange data and resources. [ ![Sudipto Paul](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Sudipto Paul") SP ](https://learn.g2.com/author/sudipto-paul) by Sudipto Paul [![Top 9 IoT Vulnerabilities to Enhance IoT Security in 2023](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_FI503_Learn_Article_%5BIoT_Vulnerabilities%5D_V1b.png "Top 9 IoT Vulnerabilities to Enhance IoT Security in 2023")](https://www.g2.com/articles/iot-vulnerabilities) [ ### Top 9 IoT Vulnerabilities to Enhance IoT Security in 2023 ](https://www.g2.com/articles/iot-vulnerabilities) Have you ever left your home keys under a potted plant, thinking it would be safe there? But then you realize the pot is in plain sight and is the first place a thief would check if they were trying to rob you. Finding a more secure spot for your spare key and taking other precautions helps safeguard your home and all its valuable possessions. [ ![Tanuja Bahirat](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Tanuja Bahirat") TB ](https://learn.g2.com/author/tanuja-bahirat) by Tanuja Bahirat [![Network Topology Makes Network Management Easier](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/network%20mapping-TL.jpg "Network Topology Makes Network Management Easier")](https://www.g2.com/articles/network-topology-makes-network-management-easier) [ ### Network Topology Makes Network Management Easier ](https://www.g2.com/articles/network-topology-makes-network-management-easier) When a company has thousands of network devices, the system administrators have to use network management tools to monitor and control the entire network. A good way to visualize that is network topology, which maps all network elements and how they're connected. But how does network topology work and how can companies use this feature to benefit network management? [ ![Tian Lin](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Tian Lin") TL ](https://learn.g2.com/author/tian-lin) by Tian Lin [![What Is a Network? Why It’s Important for Resource Sharing](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_FI152_Learn_Article_Images_%5Bwhat_is_a_network%5D_V1a.png "What Is a Network? Why It’s Important for Resource Sharing")](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-a-network) [ ### What Is a Network? Why It’s Important for Resource Sharing ](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-a-network) While the name might sound simple, networking tends to be incredibly complex. [ ![Zack Busch](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Zack Busch") ZB ](https://learn.g2.com/author/zack-busch) by Zack Busch Show More ## Network Management Tools Glossary Terms [![Network Discovery](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI784_Glossary_Article_Images_%5Bnetwork_discovery%5D_V1a.png "Network Discovery")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/network-discovery-definition) [Network Discovery](https://www.g2.com/glossary/network-discovery-definition) Network discovery describes the way electronic devices, such as computers or tablets, are able to find each other when connected to the same network. by Holly Landis [![Network Mapping](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI743_Glossary_Article_Images_%5Bnetwork_mapping%5D_V1b.png "Network Mapping")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/network-mapping-definition) [Network Mapping](https://www.g2.com/glossary/network-mapping-definition) Network mapping is the process of visually organizing and cataloging all technological assets connected to a business' private network. by Holly Landis [![Network Visibility](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI742_Glossary_Article_Images-%5Bnetwork_visibility%5D_V1a.png "Network Visibility")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/network-visibility-definition) [Network Visibility](https://www.g2.com/glossary/network-visibility-definition) Network visibility is the ability to see all traffic moving through a private network. Learn about network visibility in business and its benefits. by Holly Landis [![Firewall Management](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI744_Glossary_Article_Images-%5Bfirewall_management%5D_V1a.png "Firewall Management")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/firewall-management-definition) [Firewall Management](https://www.g2.com/glossary/firewall-management-definition) Firewall management involves setting up and monitoring a firewall installed on a private network. Learn more about firewall management in business. by Holly Landis [![Root Cause Analysis](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI692_Glossary_Article_Images_%5Broot_cause_analysis%5D_V1a.png "Root Cause Analysis")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/root-cause-analysis-definition) [Root Cause Analysis](https://www.g2.com/glossary/root-cause-analysis-definition) Root cause analysis (RCA) is the process of concentrating on the main reason behind business operation troubles. Learn more about the RCA workflow. by Sagar Joshi [![Log Analysis](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI618_Glossary_Article_Images_%5Blog_analysis%5D_V1b.png "Log Analysis")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/log-analysis-definition) [Log Analysis](https://www.g2.com/glossary/log-analysis-definition) Log analysis comprises reviewing, analyzing, and comprehending computer-generated documents. Learn how to run a log analysis, its benefits, and techniques. by Sagar Joshi ## Network Management Tools Discussions 0 Question on: OpManager Nexus [How do I upgrade ManageEngine OpManager?](/discussions/how-do-i-upgrade-manageengine-opmanager) How do I upgrade ManageEngine OpManager? To upgrade ManageEngine, firstly, there are some of the prerequisites that needs to be checked. I'm providing a link here for the same, https://www.manageengine.com/network-monitoring/help/prerequisites-for-upgrade.html . After following the prerequisites, here's how you upgrade ManageEngine OpManager, https://www.manageengine.com/network-monitoring/help/prerequisites-for-upgrade.html#stpes-to-upgrate-opmanager Answered: Zoho Corporation on March 27, 2023 [Your answer](/discussions/how-do-i-upgrade-manageengine-opmanager/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Arbor Sightline [How can organizations analyze and report on DDoS incidents to stakeholders?](/discussions/how-can-organizations-analyze-and-report-on-ddos-incidents-to-stakeholders) Effective reporting depends on clear, actionable data. Arbor Sightline provides detailed insights into attack size, duration, vectors, and response actions, allowing teams to generate reports that support post-incident analysis, compliance needs, and communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Including response effectiveness (time to detect, time to mitigate) adds more value than raw stats alone. Answered: Brittany Guntang on April 29, 2026 [Your answer](/discussions/how-can-organizations-analyze-and-report-on-ddos-incidents-to-stakeholders/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Arbor Sightline [How can DDoS detection and mitigation workflows be automated?](/discussions/how-can-ddos-detection-and-mitigation-workflows-be-automated) Automation is achieved by integrating detection with mitigation systems. Arbor Sightline can trigger predefined mitigation actions in solutions such as Arbor TMS or network infrastructure when anomalies are detected, reducing manual intervention and enabling faster, more consistent responses to attacks. Tight integration between detection and enforcement layers is what actually enables real-time response. 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