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Wireless LAN Implementation
network packet
A packet is the unit of data that is routed between an origin and a destination on the Internet or any other packet-switched network. Continue Reading
local area network (LAN)
A local area network (LAN) consists of computers and peripherals that share a common communications line or wireless link to a server. LANs are typically located within a distinct geographic area in an office or other facility. Continue Reading
What is a programmable data plane and where does P4 fit in?
A programmable data plane presents a versatile way to forward packets and supports various formats and protocols. The P4 language is used to configure the forwarding actions. Continue Reading
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client-server model (client-server architecture)
Client-server is a relationship in which one program (the client) requests a service or resource from another program (the server). At the turn of the last century, the label client-server was used to distinguish distributed computing by personal ... Continue Reading
What you need to know about edge computing architecture
Edge computing makes network operations more responsive, but there are challenges that must be addressed to get this latest network architecture working for you. Continue Reading
What happens when edge computing hits enterprise networks?
Is it time to take your network to the edge? Learn what edge networking can do to improve traffic flows, ease demand for high-performing connectivity and more.Continue Reading
OSI model (Open Systems Interconnection)
OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) is a reference model for how applications communicate over a network.Continue Reading
subnet (subnetwork)
A subnet is a logical partition of an IP network into multiple, smaller network segments.Continue Reading
Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP)
Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) is a ubiquitous type of copper cabling used in telephone wiring and local area networks (LANs).Continue Reading
network availability
Network availability is the amount of uptime in a network system over a specific time interval.Continue Reading
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A review of SD-branch and its progression from SD-WAN
The goal of software-defined branch is to merge network functions and management into a single platform, but the branch architecture still lacks maturity, despite some early deployments.Continue Reading
A brief glossary of network service provider types
For network novices and experts alike, this glossary of basic terms covers essential keywords related to network services and the various providers that sell them.Continue Reading
How are automated network configuration and management changing?
Could a new generation of network testing and verification tools combine with automated network configuration to mimic intent-based networking systems?Continue Reading
computer network
A a computer network, also referred to as a data network, is a series of points or nodes interconnected by communication paths for transmitting, receiving and exchanging data, voice and video traffic.Continue Reading
What is the network edge and how is it different from edge computing?
The network edge, also known as the WAN edge, is where an enterprise network connects to third-party network services. Edge computing, however, is something different.Continue Reading