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LANs Local Area Networks

• Next-generation WLAN: How IEEE 802.11ac will change your network

  Just five years ago, no one would have described Wi-Fi as a primary access technology but now, as Wi-Fi and cellular architectures deliver security, reliability and robust throughput sufficient to delivery video and multimedia content, wireless LAN ... Continue Reading

• IEEE's 802.11ac ratification: What gigabit speed means for you

  With the ratification of the IEEE 802.11ac standard, Ethernet is all but dead. But is your organization's network ready for gigabit speeds? Continue Reading

• port mirroring (roving analysis port)

  Port mirroring is an approach to monitoring network traffic that involves forwarding a copy of each packet from one network switch port to another. Continue Reading

• Using dynamic ARP inspection to stop sniffing attacks

  Expert Michael Gregg discusses how dynamic Address Resolution Protocol inspection helps prevent hackers from penetrating enterprise switches. Continue Reading

• In SDN optical networks, centralized control and scalability

  Technology for SDN optical networks is emerging and with it comes centralized control and dynamic bandwidth provisioning in the WAN. Continue Reading

• Definitions to Get Started

  • 5G
  • WAN optimization (WAN acceleration)
  • SD-WAN (Software-defined WAN)
  • edge router

  • computer network
  • Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS)
  • bandwidth
  • Asynchronous

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• Cisco Modeling Lab: What you need to know

  Network architect Teren Bryson gives SearchNetworking readers an early peek into Cisco's forthcoming Cisco Modeling Lab.Continue Reading

• How software-defined networking will boost carrier Ethernet services

  Now that SDN controllers can reach into optical networks, the technology could boost the performance and cost efficiency of carrier Ethernet services.Continue Reading

• Enhance service delivery model with WAN, application optimization

  This Essential Guide looks at today's WAN and the steps needed to ensure your WAN remains reliable, secure and scalable enough for tomorrow's needs.Continue Reading

• Hyper-V logical networks: The answer to scalability

  When it comes time to scale Microsoft virtual environments, engineers must use Hyper-V logical networks, which enable wider connectivity.Continue Reading

• Hyper-V networking: The three virtual switches that fuel connectivity

  In this Hyper-V networking primer, learn about the three virtual switches behind Microsoft virtualization connectivity.Continue Reading

• VMware certification programs: Recasting the old, developing the new

  VMware has revised their cloud, data center virtualization and end-user computing programs, in addition to developing a network virtualization one.Continue Reading

• The SDN transition: Understanding SDN vendors, concepts and challenges

  SDN expert Ethan Banks breaks down what network engineers need to know about SDN vendors, architectures, products and operational requirements.Continue Reading

• What features do providers need in cloud orchestration software?

  What capabilities should providers look for in cloud orchestration software? Expert Paul Parker-Johnson discusses different features.Continue Reading

• Brocade SDN certification: What to know about its product credentials

  Brocade now offers two SDN certification credentials focused on its virtual router product platform. Here's what you need to know.Continue Reading

• How do you select a cloud orchestration platform?

  How should service providers select a cloud orchestration platform? Expert Paul Parker-Johnson explains different orchestration models.Continue Reading