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Network change and configuration management vendors see big changes
Two leading independent network change and configuration management vendors have seen big changes this winter. Netcordia gave its product a makeover, while AlterPoint changed ownership. Article
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Scalable network lifecycle management processes can reduce costs
In a lousy economy, network managers will be asked to manage their networks more efficiently. One way to cut operational costs is to develop better processes and acquire better tools for network lifecycle management. Article
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Physical network security key to fighting low-tech threats
Even if a company buys the latest security products and adheres to data security standards, IT professionals must also consider physical network security to close off avenues of potential data leakage. Think outside the box of the standard network se... Article
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Cisco expands Nexus data center switch line with eye on virtualization
With the launch of two new Nexus switches, a top-of-rack network fabric extender and an upgrade to the Catalyst 6500, Cisco Systems furthers its push to dominate data centers that have large-scale deployments of server virtualization. Article
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HP ProCurve unveils data center network strategy
With its new 6600 series switches and Data Center Connection Manager software, HP ProCurve aims to compete against Cisco for a share of the data center networking market. The company also launched ProCurve ONE, a platform for running third-party appl... Article
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Rivals of bankrupt Nortel to poach networking customers aggressively
As Nortel works to restructure itself in the midst of bankruptcy, the company's enterprise networking customers will find themselves targeted by rival vendors with discounts and trade-in deals. Article
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Creating a wireless bridge to connect clients distant from APs
Learn how to use one Wi-Fi module for creating a wireless bridge in order to connect clients that are distant from your access points (APs), in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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Saving money with used network hardware: Tricky but doable
Buying used network hardware is a good way to save some money and to extend the life of your infrastructure, but it's tricky. It can sour your relationships with your key vendors, and finding good support for the equipment is a challenge. But the rig... Article
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Vyatta offers more robust open source router and security appliance
Vyatta Inc. debuts its third open source router and security networking appliance in less than nine months, edging further into the enterprise space. Article
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What environmental factors cause switch connectivity to fail?
If the power on your network's switch is fine, but the connectivity is not, ask yourself these questions posed by our switching expert to troubleshoot for environmental issues that may be causing this connection failure. Ask the Expert