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Time-sensitive networking standards could boost industrial control
With the help of VLAN priority levels, time-sensitive networking can make packet flow more predictable. The technology could especially benefit the factory floor. Continue Reading
7 factors to consider when designing a cloud migration plan
Enterprises want their applications to be portable and able to shift easily among multiple cloud providers. To do that, putting together a good cloud migration plan is a must. Continue Reading
Ethernet
Ethernet is the traditional technology for connecting wired local area networks (LANs), enabling devices to communicate with each other via a protocol -- a set of rules or common network language. Continue Reading
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network analytics
Network analytics is the application of big data principles and tools to the management and security of data networks. Continue Reading
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. Continue Reading
The fundamentals of network availability monitoring tools
The use of network availability monitoring tools is an essential way to reduce downtime and to increase network reliability. What features are most important?Continue Reading
Will network management functions as a service arrive soon?
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.Continue Reading
VLAN (virtual LAN)
A VLAN (virtual LAN) abstracts the idea of the local area network (LAN) by providing data link connectivity for a subnet.Continue Reading
subnet (subnetwork)
A subnet is a logical partition of an IP network into multiple, smaller network segments.Continue Reading
How can network analytics tools benefit IT staff?
Network analytics tools can help IT managers proactively pinpoint network performance issues and trends -- even before the underlying problem is revealed.Continue Reading
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Networking (computer)
Networking, also known as computer networking, is the practice of transporting and exchanging data between nodes over a shared medium in an information system.Continue Reading
network switch
In a network, a switch is a device that channels incoming data from any of multiple input ports to the specific output port that will take it toward its intended destination.Continue Reading
Is NaaS the answer to bolster network infrastructure security strategy?
Network security as a service can be a beneficial part of a network infrastructure security strategy, but you have to ask the right questions.Continue Reading
Three goals of multiple cloud management and how to reach them
Attaining the benefits of the cloud is getting ever more complex. Learn ways to enable efficient and effective management of hybrid and multi-cloud environments.Continue Reading
UDP (User Datagram Protocol)
UDP (User Datagram Protocol) is an alternative communications protocol to Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) used primarily for establishing low-latency and loss-tolerating connections between applications on the internet.Continue Reading