Network Communications expert specializing in - Computer Networks, Data Communications & Internet Protocols (TCP/IP)
Dr. Tal Lavian has scholarly, research, and hands-on experience in network communications, telecommunications, and Internet technologies. As a network communications expert, Dr. Lavian provides product and technology consultation in networking, data communications, and computer networks. He also consults on network architectures, Internet and network protocols, communication systems, communication devices, routers, switches, gateways, and packet switching.
Core focus as a Network Communications Consultant
As a network communications expert, Dr. Lavian has extensive experience in software development and system architecture, including network protocols, designs, configurations, installations, and network testing. He has extensive experience in network communications technology products, implementations, related communication, networking standards, hardware, and systems.
Dr. Tal Lavian is an accomplished expert in the field, with a deep understanding of the technologies and trends shaping the industry. He has a wealth of experience providing product and technology consultation to clients in various industries, helping them develop effective networking strategies supporting their business goals and objectives. In addition to his consulting work, Dr. Lavian is a dedicated researcher and educator with a passion for sharing his knowledge and insights. He has published numerous papers and articles on networking and telecommunications and has presented at conferences and workshops. His combination of scholarly research and hands-on experience makes him a valuable resource for businesses and organizations looking to stay at the forefront of network communications.
His areas of expertise include:
Network Communications
- Network communications and Internet protocols..
- Packet switching, data networks, computer networks, and network architectures.
- Industry standards: IETF, IEEE, ITU-T, and ISO.
- Datalink, network, and transport layers (L2, L3, L4)..
- OSI layers 1-7, including techs and standards in product implementations.
- LAN and WAN technologies: IEEE 802.1, 802.3, 802.11, 802.15.
- Telecommunications, telecom architecture, network infrastructure, network design, switch architectures, and network redundancy.
- TCP/IP suite, TCP, UDP, IP, MAC, Ethernet, 802.3.
- Communications protocols: TCP/IP, LDAP, ARP, DNS, DHCP, RIP, OSPF, GRE, LAN, WAN, VPN. IPv4 and IPv6.
- Network protocols, network software applications.
- Wired networking: core and edge routers, switches, load balancers, LAN, and WAN.
- Wireless networking: Access Points, Wireless Controllers, and Data and Control Planes.
- Enterprise and Service Provider cable networks Modems, Headends, and Fiber Optic DWDM infrastructure.
- Network Security: Firewalls, VPNs, IPSec, Tunneling, Content Filtering, and Security Gateways.
- Routing and switching systems, architectures, LAN, WAN, tunneling, and VPN.
- Routing protocols, RIP, BGP, MPLS, OSPF, IGMP, IGRP, and IS-IS.
- Router, switch, gateway, content switch, L4-L7 switch, load balancers, and network devices – architecture, design, and development.
- Multicast, DNS, QoS, priority queuing and network communication architectures.
- Priority Queuing, Classification, Congestion control, Weighted Fair Queuing (WFQ).
- Bandwidth throttling, Quality of Service (QoS), Priority queuing, and Traffic Classification.
- Network infrastructure and network communication architectures
- Voice over IP (VoIP) protocols, VoIP systems, streaming media, IP telephony.
- SIP, RTP, RTCP, H.323, MGCP, WebRTC. PSTN, SS7, POTS, Pulse Dialing and DTMF.
- Video/audio conferencing, multimedia, and video/audio streaming.
- VoIP Gateways, Gatekeepers, and Terminals.
- VoIP technologies: Jitter, Packet Loss, and Network Delay.
Telecommunications expert
- Public switched telephone networks (PSTN), POTS, PBX. Circuit switching, SS7.
- Implementations of telecommunications and network communication systems, architectures, and standards.
- Transmissions, digital communications, interconnection networks, and network interfaces.
- SONET and SDH, WDM, DWDM, Optical Networks, Optical Transport.
- Quality of Service (QoS) relates to telecom architectures and systems.
- Internet cloud communications, including Internet Technologies, Web applications, HTTP, e-mail, SMTP, POP, IMAP, Java, C/C++, and file transfer FTP.
- Client-server, cloud computing, and distributed computing.
- Web Services, Internet Applications, and Internet architecture.
- Security Groups, ACLs, Virtual Private Networks, Firewalls, and Network Balancers.
Network Management
- Network Management Systems (NMS), Device Management, and Configuration.
- Management of switches, routers, firewalls VPNs and access points, and servers.
- MIBs, Traps, Logs, SNMP, Monitoring, and Troubleshooting.
- OSI/ISO FCAPS, Faults, Configuration, Accounting, Performance, and Security.
- L2/L3, SNMPv2, SNMPv3, Alarms, Alerts, Traps, RADIUS.
- Topology maps and Reporting,
- Mobile wireless networks including Wi-Fi, 802.11, Wireless LAN (WLAN), cellular systems., Bluetooth.
- SMS, MMS, instant (chat).
- Mobile devices and smartphones.
- MAC, PHY.
- Wireless techs, 3G, 4G, 5G, LTE, CDMA, GSM, and RAN.
- Software-Defined Networking (SDN).
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TCP/IP, ARP, ARQ, HARQ, QoS, queuing.
Network Security
- Network security architecture
- Firewalls, VPNs, IPSec, Tunneling, Content Filtering, Security Gateways, IDS, and IPS.
- SSL and TLS, SSH, HTTPS, SFTP, SNMPv3, OAuth, SAML, and OpenSSL.
- Authentication and Authorization, Encryption, and Decryption.
- Network Access Control, Digital Certificates Management, and PKI facility.
- Users and devices in commercial networks.
Exploring Network Communications Expertise
- Network Communications and Internet Protocols
Network Communications experts possess an intricate understanding of communication protocols that form the backbone of modern data exchange. This includes expertise in the TCP/IP suite, which encompasses Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), User Datagram Protocol (UDP), Internet Protocol (IP), Media Access Control (MAC) addressing, Ethernet standards, and IEEE 802.3 specifications. They navigate the intricacies of communication protocols such as LDAP, ARP, DNS, DHCP, RIP, OSPF, GRE, LAN, WAN, and VPN and are well-versed in IPv4 and IPv6 standards.
- Data Networks and Computer Networks
These experts are versed in the architecture, design, and implementation of data networks and computer networks. They specialize in packet-switching technologies, network layers (including OSI layers 1-7), and the corresponding technologies and standards integral to product implementations. Their expertise extends to LAN (Local Area Network) and WAN (Wide Area Network) technologies, such as IEEE 802.1, 802.3, 802.11, and 802.15, shaping the network infrastructure.
- Telecommunications and Network Architecture
Telecommunications and network architecture form the foundation of data transmission. Network Communications specialists delve into telecom architecture, network infrastructure, network design, switch architectures, and network redundancy. Their comprehensive knowledge includes an array of technologies, such as core and edge routers, switches, load balancers, and both wired and wireless networking components.
- Internet Protocols and Network Software Applications
Internet Protocols, a vital component of network communications, are an area of expertise for these professionals. They handle the intricacies of TCP, UDP, IP, and various communication protocols that enable data exchange. Network Communications experts are also well-versed in network software applications, understanding their role in facilitating efficient data transmission.
- Network Security
Ensuring the security of data and communications is paramount. Network Communications experts are proficient in various security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, IPSec, tunneling, content filtering, and security gateways. Their knowledge extends to encryption protocols like SSL and TLS, digital certificate management, and PKI facilities, bolstering network security.
- Routing and Switching
Routing and switching are essential components of network communication. Experts in this field specialize in routing systems, architectures, LAN and WAN technologies, tunneling, and VPNs. They are well-versed in routing protocols like RIP, BGP, MPLS, OSPF, IGMP, IGRP, and IS-IS, as well as the design and development of network devices like routers, switches, gateways, content switches, and load balancers.
- Quality of Service and Network Performance Optimization
Network Communications experts focus on optimizing network performance by implementing Quality of Service (QoS) measures. This includes priority queuing, classification, congestion control, and weighted fair queuing (WFQ) to ensure efficient data transmission. They are well-versed in bandwidth throttling and traffic classification, enhancing overall network quality.
- Voice Over IP (VoIP) and Streaming Media
VoIP and streaming media have revolutionized communication. These experts delve into VoIP protocols, VoIP systems, streaming media, and IP telephony. Their expertise spans protocols like SIP, RTP, RTCP, H.323, MGCP, WebRTC, PSTN, SS7, POTS, and more, ensuring seamless communication experiences.
- Computer Networking and Network Management
Network Communications specialists also excel in computer networking, covering a spectrum of Internet technologies, web applications, security groups, ACLs, virtual private networks, firewalls, and network balancers. They have in-depth knowledge of network management systems (NMS), device management, configuration, SNMP, monitoring, troubleshooting, and OSI/ISO FCAPS (Faults, Configuration, Accounting, Performance, and Security).
This expertise positions Network Communications professionals at the forefront of technology, enabling them to design, optimize, and secure networks that drive modern communication and data exchange. Their proficiency in these critical domains ensures efficient and secure network infrastructures.
Network Communications Expertise
Network communications refer to the exchange of data between devices over a network. Computer networks, such as the Internet, use various technologies and protocols to connect devices and enable them to communicate with each other. Data communications involve transferring data between devices over a network using technologies such as Ethernet and Wi-Fi. The Internet is a global network of interconnected networks that uses the TCP/IP protocol to transmit data. It enables users to access and share information, communicate with others, and connect to various online resources. Internet technologies, such as web browsers and search engines, provide users access to the wealth of information and services available. Network communications, computer networks, and data communications play a crucial role in our modern world, enabling us to connect, communicate, and access vast information and resources.
Experience
Dr. Lavian, a network communications consultant, possesses a profound understanding of network communications technology products, implementations, standards, hardware, and systems. His expertise extends to software development, system architecture, and testing of network protocols, designs, configurations, and installations. He is well-versed in industry standards such as the IETF, IEEE, ITU-T, and ISO.
Dr. Lavian’s expertise in the field is not only demonstrated through his work with clients but also his dedication to research and education. He has a wealth of experience providing product and technology consultation to clients in various industries, helping them develop effective networking strategies to support their business goals. His passion for sharing knowledge and insights is evident in his numerous published papers and articles on networking and telecommunications, as well as his presentations at conferences and workshops.
His expertise includes network communications, Internet protocols and packet switching, data networks, computer networks, and network architectures. He is knowledgeable about the OSI layers 1-7, including technologies and standards in product implementations, as well as LAN and WAN technologies such as IEEE 802.1, 802.3, 802.11, and 802.15. He is also experienced in telecommunications, telecom architecture, network infrastructure, network design, switch architectures, and network redundancy.
Dr. Lavian’s technical skills and knowledge are evident in his proficiency in the TCP/IP suite, including TCP, UDP, IP, MAC, Ethernet, and 802.3. He has extensive experience with communications protocols such as TCP/IP, LDAP, ARP, DNS, DHCP, RIP, OSPF, GRE, LAN, WAN, and VPN, as well as IPv4 and IPv6. His expertise in wired and wireless networking, including core and edge routers, switches, load balancers, LAN and WAN, access points, wireless controllers, and data and control planes, is a testament to his technical acumen.
Dr. Lavian is knowledgeable about firewalls, VPNs, IPSec, tunneling, content filtering, and security gateways in network security. He is also experienced in routing and switching, including systems, architectures, LAN, WAN, tunneling, and VPN, as well as routing protocols such as RIP, BGP, MPLS, OSPF, IGMP, IGRP, and IS-IS. He has expertise in routers, switches, gateway, content switches, L4-L7 switches, load balancers, and other network devices, including their architecture, design, and development.
Dr. Lavian is also skilled in voice-over IP (VoIP) and streaming media, including VoIP protocols, systems, streaming media, and IP telephony, as well as SIP, RTP, RTCP, H.323, MGCP, and WebRTC. He is knowledgeable about public switched telephone networks (PSTN), circuit switching, SS7, POTS, pulse dialing, and DTMF. In addition, he has experience with video and audio conferencing, multimedia, and video and audio streaming, as well as VoIP gateways, gatekeepers, and terminals.
Dr. Lavian is an expert in telecommunications, including PSTN, POTS, PBX, circuit switching, SS7, and implementations of telecommunications and network communication systems, architectures, and standards. He is knowledgeable about transmissions, digital communications, interconnection networks, network interfaces, SONET and SDH, WDM, DWDM, and optical networks and transport.