VICIdial on Rocky Linux 9: Compatibility, Security Risks, and Migration Options

Dipak D. Kuthe · Originally published May 16, 2026 as “Vicidial Installation Guide on Rocky Linux 9 (2026 Edition).” This revision replaces the old installation walkthrough with compatibility and migration guidance. VICIdial can be assembled on Rocky Linux 9 through third-party procedures, but CoreSecTech found no official Rocky Linux 9 installation image or release-specific support … Read more

ViciBox Installation Guide for VICIdial: Setup, Security, and Call Testing

Choose the release before choosing the server Use this guide to evaluate ViciBox 12.0.2 in an isolated lab with synthetic records and authorized test endpoints. ViciBox is the official bootable VICIdial distribution. Its stable label identifies the published release channel. Before choosing it for production, verify who maintains each component and how security fixes will … Read more

Vicidial Call Center Setup: A Practical Guide to VoIP Solutions

Dipak D. Kuthe · Originally published May 30, 2026 Start with one test agent, one approved outbound destination, and one inbound test number. Verify that the agent can sign in, complete each call with two-way audio, and save a disposition before adding more seats or enabling automatic dialing. Record where each test fails so the … Read more

Phishing Awareness and Prevention: A Practical Guide for Businesses

Dipak D. Kuthe · Originally published July 12, 2026 If a message asks for a password, verification code, payment, or bank-detail change, stop and verify the request through a channel you already trust. Open the service from a saved bookmark or call the contact in your existing records. Report suspicious requests promptly, especially if someone … Read more

VLAN Setup for Business Networks: A Complete Guide

Dipak D. Kuthe · Originally published May 30, 2026 Start with a list of who needs to reach what. A VLAN separates Ethernet broadcast domains. The gateway and the policy at the actual routing boundary determine which routed connections can cross between VLANs. Write those decisions down before moving switch ports or Wi-Fi clients. Plan … Read more

Office Network Security Best Practices: A Practical Guide for Businesses

Originally published May 30, 2026 Start by listing your office networks and the services each group needs. Guests usually need internet access and approved DNS. Staff may need access to a small set of business applications. Firewall and switch administration should be limited to designated devices and accounts. For offices running Windows Server, review the … Read more