Network Management Strategies for the CIO
Editors' Picks
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CCNA changes: Realigning the entry-level Cisco certification
Cisco made changes to its CCNA program to help admins become voice, wireless and security specialists faster.26 Mar 2013
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Gigabit Wi-Fi: Security concerns for Cisco 802.11ac gigabit wireless
Expert Matt Pascucci discusses how the new Cisco 802.11ac wireless standard differs from others and possible security implications of gigabit Wi-Fi.26 Mar 2013
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Brocade upgrades FC SAN software, switch; looks to 32-gig FC
Brocade is still a fan of FC SAN technology. Today it launched new management software and a 16-gig, 96-port switch, and pledged to support 32-gig.25 Mar 2013
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How CIOs can use game mechanics to build better engagement
Game mechanics are more than just rewarding badges. This primer on game design theory offers insight on building customer and user engagement.20 Mar 2013
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Certain Cisco IOS, IOS XE devices susceptible to brute-force attacks
Cisco has issued a security advisory after Hashcat researchers disclosed a password flaw in IOS and IOS XE devices that enable brute-force attacks.20 Mar 2013
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Enterprise Connect keynote: Cisco retail collaboration experience
During his keynote at Enterprise Connect, Cisco's Rob Lloyd demoed an enhanced shopping experience through collaboration technology.19 Mar 2013
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Campus core switch comparison: How Cisco, HP, Juniper differentiate their switches
How do three top campus core Ethernet switch vendors Cisco, HP and Juniper differentiate their offerings?18 Mar 2013
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Should I use the OpenFlow protocol in software-defined networks?
The OpenFlow protocol isn't required for SDN, although the Open Network Foundation recommends it, which means networking vendors have options.13 Mar 2013
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Ingram Micro signs on as Cisco HCS collaboration cloud provider
Ingram Micro has become a Cisco HCS cloud provider, to deliver collaboration services to customers of select Cisco partners.12 Mar 2013
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Cisco ISR-AX: Cheaper router with bundled Layer 4-7 services
The Cisco ISR-AX is a price-reduced branch router that ships with advanced security and application delivery services enabled.12 Mar 2013
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Specialized SDN controllers: Are they necessary?
An SDN controller, with or without OpenFlow, is not required for a software-defined network, and SDN architecture vendors take different approaches.12 Mar 2013
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Does software-defined networking require special SDN switches?
Software-defined networks do not require special SDN switches; instead, vendors offer a variety of SDN controllers, network fabrics and hardware.12 Mar 2013
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Where do network fabric and SDN technologies intersect?
Networks can use a network fabric and SDN technologies together, and vendors' SDN architectures integrate them in a variety different ways.11 Mar 2013
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Why you need a hybrid network while migrating to SDN
While migrating to software-defined networking, hybrid SDN and traditional networks must support both physical and virtual switching environments.11 Mar 2013
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The role of northbound APIs in an SDN environment
Northbound APIs on SDN controllers enable applications and orchestration systems to program the network and request services from it.11 Mar 2013
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SDN, network virtualization: Are they the same?
Despite differences, SDN and network virtualization share common elements to direct network resources to VMs and segment or consolidate networks.11 Mar 2013
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Do I need to use an SDN controller for software-defined networking?
An SDN controller, with or without OpenFlow, is not required for a software-defined network, and SDN architecture vendors take different approaches.07 Mar 2013
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Six cloud computing industry leaders to follow on Twitter
Want to eavesdrop on what cloud computing leaders are saying about industry trends? Follow these six Twitter accounts for expert opinions and scoops.21 Feb 2013
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Leaked: Insieme Networks is building massive fabric controller
A source says Cisco spin-in Insieme Networks is building a fabric controller for massive leaf-spine architecture, application-defined networking.19 Feb 2013
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Cisco rolls out Cisco Business Edition 6000 partner incentives
Cisco unveils incentives for the midmarket-aimed Cisco Business Edition 6000, including lower certification requirements and sales and marketing help.14 Feb 2013