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Juniper, Red Hat link software for network edge
Juniper Networks has introduced the Contrail Edge Cloud. The platform for running service providers' network edge applications includes Contrail Networking and Red Hat OpenStack.
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Network access layer ready for revamp
After years of stagnation, the access-layer network is in need of a makeover. Implementing software-defined configurations is perhaps a good place to start.
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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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Next-generation 5G wireless technology will offer faster speeds and increased capacity. Do you speak the language well enough to take advantage of all 5G offers?
Download: Overcome Virtual Network Management Challenges
The virtualized network poses challenges to network management systems -- and as more hardware components become virtualized, that challenge becomes even greater. This handbook discusses the steps IT must take to both build and corral their virtualized infrastructure.
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Cisco strong forecasts show businesses upbeat
Cisco revenues in the last quarter rose 6% as businesses took advantage of a strong economy to refresh networks and deploy new products.
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Verizon launches 5G internet, IPTV in four cities
Verizon launches Oct. 1 a 5G internet service in four U.S. cities. The Verizon 5G rollout could give the company an edge against cable companies in the high-speed internet market.
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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 to assess the content delivery market's offerings
To help you determine which CDN provider is right for you, you need to be able to read between the lines and understand the key features and functionality of content delivery network services.
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Network access layer ready for revamp
After years of stagnation, the access-layer network is in need of a makeover. Implementing software-defined configurations is perhaps a good place to start.
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What network performance metrics measure service quality?
Several methods and metrics measure network performance and throughput. But IT needs to gauge these measurements on a consistent basis to avoid major service issues.
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Network access layer ready for revamp
After years of stagnation, the access-layer network is in need of a makeover. Implementing software-defined configurations is perhaps a good place to start.
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NPMD tool market is latest to consolidate
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VMware finds religion in the cloud at VMworld 2018
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Making sure your P2P applications work with IPv6
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Taking the measure of network management
'Measure twice, cut once' doesn't work for network management. It's time for the industry to consider a new way to coordinate network management design tools.
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What network performance metrics measure service quality?
Several methods and metrics measure network performance and throughput. But IT needs to gauge these measurements on a consistent basis to avoid major service issues.
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IT service management helps increase network automation
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Spine-and-leaf network presents metrics challenges
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E-Handbook | July 2018
Network data analysis boosts crucial monitoring tasks
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E-Zine | June 2018
DevOps in networking begins to gain ground
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App delivery controllers are vital networking hardware tools
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VPN (virtual private network)
A virtual private network (VPN) is a technology that creates a safe and encrypted connection over a less secure network, such as the internet.
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Monitoring tools help ensure network availability
The use of network availability monitoring tools is an essential way to reduce downtime and to increase network reliability. What features are most important?
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Network management as a service is on the horizon
Network management as a service isn't widespread, at least not yet. But if past history is any indication, its popularity is bound to grow, once certain hurdles are overcome.
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Cisco to acquire Viptela
Cisco said it would acquire SD-WAN vendor Viptela Inc. in a deal valued at $610 million. The transaction, expected to close later this year, will fortify Cisco's existing SD-WAN portfolio with ...Continue Reading
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Are MPLS network deployments in decline?
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