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How much do you know about 802.11ax?
Despite global hype, some network professionals still wonder what 802.11ax is and how it will change networking. This quiz covers essential information all Wi-Fi aficionados should know.
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Data center SDN savings slower than expected
While most enterprises prepare for Opex and Capex increases during the initial stages of SDN deployment, many don't expect a continued delay in SDN savings, according to IHS Markit.
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How to avoid overprovisioning your network
To provision the right amount of network resources, be sure to review past network performance, assess upcoming tech projects and consider business strategy changes.
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How are an edge router and core router different?
Clearly, an edge router and core router are placed in different parts of the network, but their routing roles are more complex than their physical locations.
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How SDN benefits the small business
As SDN matures and evolves from its original definition, it's getting harder for small businesses to ignore the benefits of SDN, like better visibility, security and efficiency.
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Consumers see no immediate need for 5G
A PwC 5G survey finds service providers will have to educate consumers and build unique services if they expect potential buyers to pay more for the high-speed wireless technology.
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Multiple connections thwart security on SD-WANs
Networking analysts and engineers examine SD-WAN security concerns, the importance of cabling in wireless environments and a new security attack that's difficult to detect.
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How does network traffic analysis improve security?
Network traffic analysis has evolved to incorporate machine learning techniques that help identify network security threats in real time and expedite a response.
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What is SD-WAN? Future, challenges, benefits of SD-WAN technology
What is SD-WAN and how can it change the way networks operate? Discover its advantages, challenges, important key terms and where the future of SD-WAN could take you.
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Study: Network pros spending more time on security
A majority of networking professionals spend 10 or more hours a week on security initiatives, a study finds.
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How much do you know about 802.11ax?
Despite global hype, some network professionals still wonder what 802.11ax is and how it will change networking. This quiz covers essential information all Wi-Fi aficionados should know.
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Data center SDN savings slower than expected
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Open source in networking is compelling, but not enough
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How will 5G transform engineer skill sets?
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6 challenges of edge computing for networking
Edge computing can reduce processing times and improve application performance, but the technology has its issues. Here are six challenges edge computing creates for the network.
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How Wi-Fi 6 and IoT could cripple the campus LAN
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Cloud performance monitoring differs based on architecture
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How can I bolster security at the network edge?
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How to avoid overprovisioning your network
To provision the right amount of network resources, be sure to review past network performance, assess upcoming tech projects and consider business strategy changes.
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Enterprises expect to benefit from 5G's speed, reliability
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For fast, headache-free SD-WAN deployment, don't DIY
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The effect of network transformation on team skill sets
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E-Handbook | April 2019
What you need to know about edge computing architecture
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Buyer's Handbook | March 2019
Wireless LAN technology and WLAN tools buyer's guide
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E-Handbook | March 2019
How to handle new network monitoring complexities
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Latest SD-WAN features offer better management, security
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How are an edge router and core router different?
Clearly, an edge router and core router are placed in different parts of the network, but their routing roles are more complex than their physical locations.
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How could a private 5G network benefit my business?
In some network environments, businesses may need broader connection options for devices and automation. Private 5G networks, at some point, might be the answer.
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An introduction to WAN technologies
This introduction to WAN technologies defines several different terms -- such as VPN and SD-WAN -- that are essential in anybody's networking vocabulary.
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5 questions to ask about open data centers
Editor's note: In this opinion piece, industry analyst Zeus Kerravala shares his thoughts on open data centers and Extreme Networks' approach. Extreme Networks is a client of Kerravala's ZK ...Continue Reading
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Expect slow adoption of 400 Gigabit Ethernet, for now
Editor's note: In this opinion piece, industry analyst Zeus Kerravala shares his thoughts on 400 Gigabit Ethernet adoption and Arista Networks' 400 GbE approach. Arista is a client of Kerravala's ...Continue Reading
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Extreme CEO praises Trump's handling of China
Extreme Networks CEO Ed Meyercord blames China, not President Donald Trump, for the impasse in trade talks that could force the vendor to raise prices by as much as 10%.
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Network automation and intent-based networking
Extreme unveils network Elements, ExtremeAI Security
Extreme unveils its building blocks for an autonomous network, called Elements. The company also introduces at the Extreme Connect show an IoT security tool.
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Software-defined WAN (SD-WAN)
Cisco adds malware detection to its SD-WAN
Cisco AMP for Networks is now part of the company's SD-WAN product. Cisco also announced this week that it had open sourced its MindMeld AI development platform.