Switch placement tips every installer should know
by Riaan van Staden, Senior Network Engineer at Duxbury Networking When it comes to building a reliable network, the placement of your switches can make all the difference. It is
Duxbury now distributes MikroTik in South Africa
Duxbury Networking, a leading South African networking distributor, is proud to announce its official distribution partnership with MikroTik, a global manufacturer of versatile, cost-effective networking products. The partnership marks a
Why firmware discipline is the unsung hero of network stability
By Riaan van Staden, Senior Network Engineer Every installer knows the pressure of getting a network up and running fast. But in the rush to get devices online, firmware and
Behind the scenes with Sophos MDR: What you’re really paying for
When businesses invest in Managed Detection and Response (MDR), they’re buying more than a product, they’re securing access to an entire ecosystem of human expertise, global threat intelligence, and 24×7
Duxbury brings Axis AI-powered PTZ cameras to South African market
As an authorised distributor for Axis Communications in South Africa, Duxbury Networking is introducing the latest generation of Axis AI-powered pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras to local security partners and system integrators.
The hidden cost of cheap networking gear
Why cutting corners on infrastructure leads to support headaches and long-term losses. By Riaan van Staden, Senior Network Engineer When it comes to building a network, price is always a
DuxNet ECO unmanaged switches bring reliable networking within reach for South African SMEs
by Tobie van Schalkwyk, Business Unit Manager Stable and reliable networking is a basic requirement for businesses regardless of size or industry. Even the smallest local companies can benefit from
Why your PoE budget could make or break your next installation
by Tobie van Schalkwyk, Business Unit Manager At first glance, Power over Ethernet (PoE) seems like one of networking’s simplest innovations. Think about it, a single cable providing both data
Overcoming SMB Networking Challenges for the Remainder of 2025
by Ricardo Bezuidenhout, Senior Network Engineer As we approach the halfway mark of 2025, South Africa’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) continue to face mounting networking challenges. From cyber threats
Boosting Cellular Service: Focus on Coverage, Not Capacity
In South Africa, dropped calls and sluggish mobile data are common frustrations, especially indoors. While it’s easy to blame network congestion, the real culprit is often poor indoor coverage. Almost