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Desktop virtualization network and storage best practices
A desktop virtualization network and storage strategy that optimizes bandwidth and limits lag time is key to enterprise uptake of virtual desktop infrastructure.29 Apr 2011
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Replacing hardware-based network appliances with virtual appliances
With virtual appliances, enterprises can move network services from dedicated network appliance hardware into the virtual environment.28 Apr 2011
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Virtualization demands a full IT infrastructure audit
In order to implement virtualization, enterprises must go beyond old-school network documentation for a full IT infrastructure audit that shows resources across silos.26 Apr 2011
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Force10 creates distributed core for new data center network fabric
A new data center network fabric from Force10 Networks offers a 2 RU switch that customers can deploy in large numbers as a "distributed core."26 Apr 2011
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10 Gigabit Ethernet technology: Building high-performance networks
Analyst Howard Marks discusses 10 Gigabit Ethernet technology in high-performance networks, including considerations for virtualization networking and network convergence.21 Apr 2011
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Controlling embedded Wi-Fi device access
Enterprise IT shops are finding themselves using WPA2-Personal and other authentication methods to manage embedded Wi-Fi devices on the WLAN.20 Apr 2011
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A new Cisco network management strategy: Cisco Prime
Cisco Prime, the new Cisco network management strategy and brand, comes with lots of promises about interconnected management products alongside hardware and support services.20 Apr 2011
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Data center networks: Virtualization and convergence drive change
Managers of data center networks have many options to consider when designing a high performance network. Read about virtual cluster switching, flat networks and virtualization security.15 Apr 2011
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Network path analysis aids firewall management, troubleshooting
Athena PathFinder's network path analysis capabilities can show how firewall, router and switch configurations affect packet flow through a network.14 Apr 2011
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10 Gigabit Ethernet migration: What you need to consider
DeepStorage.net chief scientist Howard Marks discusses considerations for a 10 Gigabit Ethernet migration in a data center, including building 10 GbE into the core.13 Apr 2011
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Cisco ASA firewall advice: Using ASA 8.4 for stateful failover in DRP
In his series offering Cisco ASA firewall advice, Fast Packet blogger Brandon Carroll explains the new Cisco ASA 8.4 feature, Stateful Failover with Dynamic Routing Protocols.13 Apr 2011
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Installing multiple network services to one server
Network Administration expert, Lindi Horton explains installing multiple network services to one server, and shortcuts to take to ensure all work together successfully.11 Apr 2011
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Advantages of managed DNS services
Network Administration expert, Lindi Horton explains the advantages of managed DNS services, and provides an example of a reliable and flexible DNS service.11 Apr 2011
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Network disaster recovery planning guide: Best practices
This network disaster recovery planning guide provides essentials for protecting a network in the event of a disaster and offers knowledge necessary to execute a successful plan.11 Apr 2011
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Virtualization security plan: Replacing physical separation
The New Mexico Human Services Department implemented a virtualization security plan that ensures security of core applications running on virtual machines.08 Apr 2011
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Why enhance Wi-Fi ad hoc mode? Most go with Wi-Fi Direct
Wireless expert, Lisa Phifer explains that it may not be worth enhancing Wi-Fi ad hoc mode since Wi-Fi Direct is a better alternative for enabling two stations to communication directly.07 Apr 2011
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Wireless LAN access control: Managing users and their devices
Wireless LAN access control may not be as simple as 802.1X authentication. Network managers will have to shoot for policy creation, device fingerprinting and network integration.07 Apr 2011
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Planning a virtualization firewall strategy
Creating a virtualization firewall strategy entails determining exactly how you want to protect your virtual environments and then implementing firewall segmentation for security.05 Apr 2011
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Alcatel-Lucent debuts monster data center switch fabric architecture
Alcatel-Lucent debuted a data center switch fabric that rivals leading vendors for scale, density and ultra-low server-to-server latency.05 Apr 2011
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A stackable switch brings value to the wiring closet
A fixed configuration, stackable switch can offer a lower price per port over its modular counterparts.04 Apr 2011
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