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IP address management solutions: Overlay vs. replacement
IP address management (IPAM) solutions are generally considered low preference, but they can make enormous change for a little investment. Fast Packet
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Networking blog roundup: Cisco SDN controller and a new SDN consortium
In this blog roundup, read about the reveal of the Daylight project, updated details of the Cisco SDN controller and tips for virtual packet sniffing. Fast Packet
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The importance of WLAN testing: From planning to documentation
This chapter on WLAN testing covers WLAN test planning and documentation and crucial testing methods for performance, security and signal coverage. Book Chapter
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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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IP SLA (Cisco)
IP SLA (Internet protocol service level agreement) is a feature of the Cisco IOS (Internetwork Operating System) that allows an IT professional to collect information about network performance in real time. 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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Do we need full-stream reassembly in network-based monitoring?
Network management expert Jesse Rothstein explains the concept of full-stream reassembly and why it's necessary for network performance monitoring. Answer
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Evaluating business and technology needs for a robust enterprise WLAN
It is crucial to assess business and technology issues driving the need for a robust and capable enterprise WLAN to support a new mobile workforce. Tip
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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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Application optimization: Integrating performance management and ADCs
Combining application delivery controllers and application performance management technology is a new approach to application optimization. News