Monthly Archives: November 2009

Directing all VPN traffic through the OpenVPN concentrator

Problem It is necessary for some users to have all their traffic directed through the OpenVPN concentrator. The number one reason for such a configuration is to protect the HTTP traffic over unsecured WiFi (a.k.a. hotspots). Solution Add to the … Continue reading

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Installing RHEL from an AIX NIM master

Summary The AIX NIM server allows a very flexible automated installation process to deploy hundreds or AIX nodes as well as LPARs in a matter of hours. It is possible to achieve similar results using the RHEL kickstart system. This … Continue reading

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Docking a MacBook (Pro)

Overview Have you ever got tired of plugging in 5-8 cables each time you move your Mac from one desk to another? If you tried to buy a docking station from Apple, you noticed that they do not offer one. … Continue reading

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