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The 2021 Facebook outage revealed how network misconfigurations can disrupt global services. Learn how refurbished networking equipment helps prevent failures while reducing costs.

Network downtime can cripple business operations, damage customer trust, and cause major financial losses. Learn how network failures impact productivity, security, and revenue - and how businesses can prevent downtime with resilient, cost-effective networking solutions.

Migrating to refurbished network gear doesn’t have to mean downtime or disruption. Learn how small and medium businesses can swap aging routers and switches for certified refurbished gear - safely, efficiently, and without taking their network offline. This step-by-step guide from Network Outlet shows you exactly how to plan, stage, and execute a zero-downtime migration.

Aging network hardware might seem like a cost-saving choice, but it’s a silent threat to your business uptime, security, and productivity. Discover why high-quality refurbished routers and switches from trusted vendors like Network Outlet deliver enterprise-grade reliability at a fraction of the cost - and why smart SMBs are making the switch today.

Network outages are more than technical glitches for SMBs - they can halt sales, damage reputation, and disrupt operations instantly. From hardware failures to cyberattacks, most outages are preventable with the right infrastructure and planning. This guide breaks down the top 10 causes of network failures and why reliable networking is essential for business survival.