The way a switch learns Ethernet (MAC) addresses is by inspecting the Ethernet frame and recording the source MAC address in a dynamic table. The switch will also associate a learned MAC address with a port. It can then make intelligent forwarding decisions based on the destination MAC address. This white paper illustrates the process. 

Discover the new class of Mac users and discover why they matter to your business. Also learn how other firms are successfully managing Macs in their workplace. Afterwards, uncover specific technology approaches for managing Macs in a PC environment. 

Programming is a journey between the real world and a computer. This article explains why object orientation is currently the best way we have of making the journey. 

Learn more about the evolution of Apple in the enterprise and learn how you can make shifting standards and multiple platforms work together to benefit your organization. 

In this white paper, we'll take a look at access control lists, often referred to as access lists or ACLs (sometimes pronounced "ackels"). 

Virtualization is a white hot topic in the IT world, and with good reason. It's vital for networking professionals to understand how server virtualization and networks affect each other. In this expert e-guide learn about managing virtualization networking, distributed virtual switching, network capacity planning for virtualization and more. 

Many organizations struggle when it comes to improving sales, driving customer satisfaction, collaborating with business partners, and maximizing value of applications. Access this virtual environment for a bevy of content that can help you conquer your greatest business struggles ranging from optimizing sales to the cloud and beyond. 

This analyst report discusses how best-in-class businesses have adapted their content for improved mobile marketing. 

Loyal customers are the lifeblood of a business. Read this paper for a discussion, given by executives Don Peppers and Melissa Boxer, of the four key principles of success in gaining customer loyalty. 

This white paper highlights some of the issues that reduce or increase the effectiveness of customer loyalty programs and suggests a solution that offers tips for building a more loyal customer base. 

This paper seeks to get to the bottom of gaps in CRM initiatives, identifying specific changes that have occurred in the process, areas where it is falling short and other tidbits to consider as your strategies move forward. Read this and gain insight into the results of a survey conducted amongst 160 firms with annual revenues of $250 million. 

Discover the concept of data as it pertains to marketing, and particularly as it is supported by data quality functions inside of the broader EIM framework. This white paper reviews how to improve your customer data for marketing effectiveness.