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IP Networking
New CDN services give providers an edge in WAN marketplace
With enterprises moving workloads to public cloud, the CDN services market could see growth in security and performance services, as providers exploit their network-edge locations. Continue Reading
DNS challenges have changed, but its vital role hasn't
Developments like IPv6 and the internet of things are throwing obstacles into DNS operations. But this 'directory assistance of the internet' retains its vital role. Continue Reading
DNS functions remain vital, but must adapt as demands shift
The domain name system's tasks are simple, but essential, and the service faces challenges with the proliferation of devices that operate within IPv6 networks. Continue Reading
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Why IPv6 networks create DNS configuration problems
DNS data is among the most basic and crucial information required for network connectivity, but configuring DNS recursive servers in IPv6-only networks can pose challenges. Continue Reading
New 5G wireless technology trials spark enterprise interest
New 5G wireless technology promises super-fast network speeds and massive capacity. Businesses that require low latency and high throughput could see the advantages first. Continue Reading
Fog computing architecture posing challenges for IT
Fog computing architecture designs are gaining traction, as users demand accessibility to apps and services. But the approach can cause challenges for IT.Continue Reading
Machine learning in networking: What’s the next step?
The networking industry today is poised to reap the benefits of machine learning, but all too often, networks themselves stand in the way.Continue Reading
Ixia CloudLens Public gets Network Innovation Award
Cloud visibility challenges force many enterprises to pull back on their cloud migration strategies. But Ixia CloudLens Public might be one way to assuage those fears.Continue Reading
What a network microsegmentation strategy means for you
As network administrators move beyond traditional network segmentation, creating a good network microsegmentation strategy across the enterprise is essential.Continue Reading
Data center fabrics using link-state protocols over BGP
Data center operators are beginning to use modified link-state protocols on their large-scale data center fabrics, according to the IETF. What's behind the switch?Continue Reading
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Free Range Routing ready to take root as viable option
The Linux Foundation, Cumulus and others ramp up their support for Free Range Routing, as open source routing gains traction.Continue Reading
Arista Universal Spine lands Network Innovation Award
This month's Network Innovation Award goes to Arista Universal Spine and the technology behind the architecture.Continue Reading
Is your organization ready for automation deployment?
Adopting new forms of advanced network configuration requires a culture change. Is your organization ready?Continue Reading
Brave new WAN: Technologies emerge to transform wide area networks
In the blink of an eye, the formerly staid wide area network has become a brave new world, defined by rapid change and innovation, and the subject of plenty of industry buzz. Emerging WAN technologies -- from software-defined networking to cloud -- ...Continue Reading
Vive la revolution! New wide area network technologies usher in change
In today's wide area network, emerging technologies disrupt the status quo ... and that's a good thing. Enterprises now have more options than ever when it comes to WAN design.Continue Reading