July 2024 - zanog-discuss - lists.nog.net.za

Linux/VPP router
by hvjunk 14 Aug '24

14 Aug '24

Hi list, During the pub session after Zanog2024/iWeek, Sander mentioned his friend that did a Linux router using VPP, so I asked him more information about it, and he responded below. Anybody else that is/have tested similar and could share advice on locally (ie. South African) sourceable parts ? Hendrik On 21 Mar 2024, at 09:20, Sander Steffann <sander(a)nogalliance.org> wrote: Hi! The hardware list is in this blog post: https://ipng.ch/s/articles/2021/09/21/vpp-7.html But do look at his full collection of posts: https://ipng.ch/s/articles/ There is really good stuff in there! Cheers, Sander --- for every complex problem, there’s a solution that is simple, neat, and wrong Op 21 mrt 2024 om 05:19 heeft Hendrik Visage <hvisage(a)lnx-solutions.com> het volgende geschreven: Good day Sander, You mentioned this 1U switch/router that somebody did, and I’m interested in the bill of materials, ie. which 1U server/chassis, which SPF+ adapters etc. as I need to cost/price it (especially w.r.t. Watts power consumed per port). Any pointers where to source those would also be appreciated! Hendrik Visage

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Job Advertisement: Systems and Network Administrator
by Nishal Goburdhan 12 Aug '24

12 Aug '24

hi folks, INX is looking for a systems person; please see below. thank you to the ZANOG list admins for allowing me to post this here. -n. — start — Job Advertisement: Systems and Network Administrator Position: Systems and Network Administrator Location: South Africa General Function: INX-ZA is looking to recruit an intelligent Systems and Network Administrator who is capable of independent thought. The ideal candidate will be an excellent multi-tasker, responsible for research, design, development, testing, and documentation, while also supporting the functions of the Internet Exchange Points that we maintain. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: - Perform general network and system administration duties as required - Debug day-to-day operating problems with peers, and work actively to maintain INX-ZA services to highest possible uptime. - Recommend / design / construct / test / implement network, application, and systems programs as needed. - Periodically perform training as part of the INX-ZA training program. Skills Desirable: - 4-year university degree, preferably in an information systems or computer science related discipline, OR equivalent combination of education and experience. - Proven track record of at least 4 years of job-related experience supporting Linux and/or FreeBSD as a system administrator. - Excellent knowledge of Internet Protocol (IP), network security issues, and open-source security tools. - Ability to understand complex instructions and work independently, quickly, and accurately. - Ability to learn and fill knowledge gaps quickly. - Sound knowledge of programming and scripting; being able to write scripts to automate processes is essential. - Ability to modify existing open-source solutions for use in INX-ZA environments. - Ability to travel to various locations to work on INX-ZA infrastructure and attend industry-related conferences. - Good interpersonal skills, with strong verbal and written communication skills. Skills Preferred: - Familiarity and/or previous relevant experience within an ISP or IXP environment/toolset. - Strong bias towards automation and code-reuse. - Production experience with FOSS tools. - Experience with BGP. Additional Duties: - Perform other related duties as required and assigned. We are a small, dynamic, and highly agile team that covers all aspects of operations. Physical Requirements: - Moderate physical activity with the ability to type and perform repetitive motions. Some lifting and stooping are required to unpack deliveries and rack equipment. - Ability to spend most of the day looking at computer screen(s). - Ability to travel to various locations to perform INX-ZA related work, or attend industry-related meetings on INX-ZA’s behalf. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to send their resume and cover letter to careers(a)inx.net.za by 15 August 2024. Join us at INX-ZA and be a part of our mission to enhance internet connectivity across South Africa!

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AfPIF 2024 Call for Papers Extended to July 31st! /Appel à communications reporté au 31 juillet 2024
by Jean Baptiste Millogo 17 Jul '24

17 Jul '24

Dear AfPIF community, We are excited to announce that the deadline for the AfPIF 2024 Call for Papers has been extended to July 31, 2024! This extension provides you with additional time to prepare and submit your proposals for a chance to present in Kinshasa, DRC, from August 20-22, 2024. We invite all experts in interconnection and content to share their insights and contribute to advancing Africa's Internet infrastructure. Submit your proposals by July 31, 2024, and join us in shaping the future of Internet connectivity in Africa. For more details and to submit your proposals, visit our Call for Papers page (https://www.afpif.org/afpif2024/call-for-papers/). We look forward to your participation! Best regards, AFPIF secretariat.

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MWNOG-1/SAFNOG-9: Call for Papers
by Mark Tinka 10 Jul '24

10 Jul '24

Hello all. The MWNOG-1 and SAFNOG-9 Programme Committee are now seeking contributions for Presentations and Tutorials for their joint 2024 Conference, taking place in Lilongwe, Malawi, 13th - 15th August, 2024. We are looking for presenters who would: - Offer a technical tutorial on an appropriate topic; - Participate in the technical conference sessions as a speaker; - Convene and chair panel sessions of relevant topics. Please submit your paper online here: https://papers.safnog.org/user/index.php?event=205 * Conference Milestones* Call for Papers Opens Now Draft Program Published As papers are confirmed Final Deadline for Submissions 2nd August, 2024 Final Program Published 9th August, 2024 Final Slides Received 11th August, 2024 NOTE THAT REGARDLESS OF DEADLINES, SLOTS ARE FILLED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS. *Program Material* The MWNOG-1/SAFNOG-9 Conference Programme consists of two parts, these being the Tutorials and Conference Tracks. Topics proposed must be relevant to Internet Operations and Technologies: - IPv4/IPv6 Routing and Operations - Internet backbone operations - Routing Security, including RPKI and MANRS - ISP and Carrier services - Peering, Interconnects and IXP's - Network Function Virtualizaton - Network Automation/Programming - Research on Internet Operations and Deployment - Network infrastructure security - DNS/DNSSEC - Access and Transport Technologies - Content & Service Delivery and "Cloud Computing" - Semi conductor shortage and impact to equipment acquisition and operation - Software Defined Networking and SD-WAN. *CfP Submissions* Draft slides for both tutorials and conference sessions MUST be provided with CfP submissions otherwise the Programme Committee will be unable to review the submission. For avoidance of doubt this means that submissions which do not include slides will be rejected immediately. For work in progress, the most current information available at time of submission is acceptable. All draft and complete slides must be submitted in PDF format only Final slides are to be provided by the specified deadline for publication on the MWNOG-1 and SAFNOG-9 websites. Prospective presenters should note that the majority of speaking slots will be filled well before the final submission deadline. The PC may, at their discretion, retain a limited number of slots up to the final submission deadline for presentations that are exceptionally timely, important, or of critical operational importance. Every year we turn away submissions, due to filling up all available programme slots before the deadline. Presenters should endeavour to get material into the PC sooner rather than later. Any questions or concerns should be addressed to the Programme Committee by e-mail at: pc-chairs at safnog.org We look forward to receiving your presentation proposals.

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