Ask the Experts

MPLS vs. virtual private LAN services: Same thing?

Most IT managers tend to think of MPLS and VPLS as separate entities. Robert Sturt points out that the two products have a lot in common. Continue Reading
Which quality assessment strategy is right for your cloud application?

Find the right monitoring and management tools for your cloud applications by choosing a strategy that works for your specific needs. Use the data to assess the overall quality of experience of your applications with application driven analysis Continue Reading
Will MPLS traffic engineering technology help you?

MPLS traffic engineering can improve VPN performance to ensure data travels the most efficient path. Continue Reading
Is Magic Quadrant data reliable?

With a growing number of online resources, is the Magic Quadrant still the No. 1 source of vendor information? Continue Reading
How to prepare for an automatic enterprise infrastructure?

Before adding automation, take control over your processes or else you could end up enhancing the problems you already have. Continue Reading

How to fix shortage of cyber security professionals?

The cyber security skills shortage comes from an aging workforce and lack of interest in security among students. Emphasis must be put on education to close the gap. Continue Reading
What role can analytics play in mobile security intelligence?

Organizations need to deploy security analytics tools in order to detect and respond to advanced attacks. Continue Reading
As data center technology evolves, where should I focus my efforts?

When data center admins are flooded with new technology, they must first prioritize their business objectives before deciding which tools to deploy. Continue Reading
How will creating intellectual property affect the role and purpose of IT?

As intellectual property becomes the objective of business, IT must focus more on security and flexibility. Continue Reading
Is passive optical networking good for enterprises?

An information systems engineer explains passive optical networking and how it can help an enterprise reduce costs. Continue Reading
What separates white-box software from bare-metal switches?

Network administrators can choose between white-box software and bare-metal hardware and receive the same performance. Continue Reading

Key impacts of hosting virtual desktop infrastructure

Expert Keith Townsend says enterprises have to plan carefully in order to roll out VDI effectively. Continue Reading
How close is the new 802.11ac standard to a cellular wireless experience?

Mike Jude explains the pros and cons of the new 802.11ac standard and how it will ultimately affect your business. Continue Reading
Using social tools to help enterprise architecture projects succeed

An expert discusses why many enterprise projects are failing and how companies can implement social software to increase efficiency and communication. Continue Reading
Remote access control: Can you stop UIC-, DIC-armed hacker from attack?

Organizations can take steps to prevent hackers with UIC, DIC data from damaging their networks. Continue Reading