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Network device management overload: Engineers managing too many boxes
The number of devices in enterprise networks is growing, but the size of the network engineering teams is not. Engineers need to turn to network automation, standardization and network management outsourcing to keep on top of things. Article
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What is network infrastructure and what is a hybrid network?
Learn specific networking terms to help setup and choose a specific type of network infrastructure from a single proprietary company or a hybrid of vendors, from our expert Tessa Parmenter. Ask the Expert
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What preventative maintenance procedures for network equipment exist?
Learn the best practices for monitoring and maintaining your Cisco IP equipment based on potential fault and performance management best practices, from our expert Lindi Horton. Ask the Expert
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Can wireless adapters operate as client access points to make SoftAPs?
Learn how to simultaneously use two separate wireless adapters to connect to an access point and route or bridge traffic through the two adapters, from our expert Lisa Phifer. Ask the Expert
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Nortel bankruptcy: Timeline of a hard fall
The century-old Canadian telecom equipment maker announced last week further sales of its assets, killing off what little hope remained for the company's resuscitation. Trace back Nortel's rocky road to collapse, from the recent sale of its CDMA/LTE ... Article
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Is there VLAN software recommend for Realtek NICs?
Find out which VLAN (virtual local area network) software recommendations and device drivers are the best solutions for your Realtek NIC, from our expert, Lindi Horton. Ask the Expert
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Network budgets to grow in 2010, but VARs must deliver solutions
In a recent purchasing intentions survey, SearchNetworking.com's readers said overwhelmingly that they will increase their spending on networking products in 2010. If channel partners want to get a share of this spending, they must position themselve... Article
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Lifetime warranties on low-end edge switches indicate commoditization
Extreme Networks has joined the limited lifetime warranty club for low-end wiring closet switches and edge switches, aligning itself with Cisco, 3Com, Nortel and, to a lesser extent, HP ProCurve. The trend acknowledges what many already know: When it... Article
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Cisco and ProCurve channel partners squeezed in price war
Rumors continue to circulate that Cisco is attempting to engage HP ProCurve in a quiet price war. ProCurve and several channel partners report that Cisco is offering to slash its prices in certain situations where it is about to lose to ProCurve on p... Article
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IBM data center networking strategy: Battle HP with partnerships
IBM has broadened its data center networking offerings with new Brocade and Juniper OEM deals and a reselling agreement with Cisco for its Nexus 5000 switches. By strengthening its data center networking capabilities, IBM is positioning itself for an... Article