Network Management Strategies for the CIO
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Troubleshooting network problems with good governance and design
Packet loss, oversubscription, unpatched and inconsistent switch software still plague enterprise networks. Find out how engineers are fighting back. News
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The changing role of the network admin, as told by networking vendors
Networking vendors at Interop 2013 discuss the changing role of the network administrator. Fast Packet
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ISSU (in-service software upgrade)
An ISSU (in-service software upgrade) is a technique for updating software on a network device without taking that device offline and thereby disrupting network services. Definition
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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. News
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application awareness
Application awareness is the capacity of a system to maintain information about connected applications to optimize their operation and that of any subsystems that they run or control. Definition
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plane (in networking)
A plane, in a networking context, is one of three integral components of a telecommunications architecture. These three elements -- the data plane, the control plane and the management plane – can be thought of as different areas of operations. Each ... Definition
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IPAM tools: Free app, paid software or hardware appliance?
IPAM strategies range from free open source software to costly specialized hardware. How do you know which road to take? Fast Packet
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New HP SDN portfolio: Controller, switches and network apps
A new HP OpenFlow controller with northbound APIs and production-ready network applications boosts HP's software defined networking strategy. News
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Essential elements in an internal SLA
An internal SLA helps enterprise IT teams set the parameters for Quality of Service and uptime. Tip
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Major shake-up of Cisco executives: engineering, acquisitions shuffled
Cisco announces longtime M&A chief Ned Hooper is leaving. CTO Padmasree Warrior takes over and Pankaj Patel assumes sole leadership of engineering. FAST PACKET