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What will the debut of the 802.11ax standard mean for you?
The IEEE is putting the finishing touches on the latest WLAN 802.11ax standard. 802.11ax ratification will result in some key improvements in wireless speed, management and overall capabilities, writes one analyst. Continue Reading
edge device
An edge device is any piece of hardware that controls data flow at the boundary between two networks. Continue Reading
hybrid WAN
A hybrid WAN is a wide area network that sends traffic over two or more connection types. Hybrid WANs permit dynamic traffic engineering across both private and public domains, using a variety of connectivity options to make the best use of network ... Continue Reading
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network automation
Network automation is a methodology in which software automatically configures, provisions, manages and tests network devices. Continue Reading
NBASE-T Ethernet
NBASE-T Ethernet is an IEEE standard and Ethernet-signaling technology that allows existing twisted-pair copper cabling to exceed the cable's specified limit of 1 Gbps for distances of up to 100 meters. Continue Reading
Data center networking architecture draws on machine learning, SDN, AI
Artificial intelligence in networking, machine learning and other technological wonders promise to make data center networks nimbler and more secure than ever before.Continue Reading
deep packet inspection (DPI)
Deep packet inspection (DPI) is an advanced method of examining and managing network traffic.Continue Reading
Server Message Block Protocol (SMB protocol)
The Server Message Block Protocol (SMB protocol) is a client-server communication protocol used for sharing access to files, printers, serial ports and other resources on a network.Continue Reading
coaxial cable
Coaxial cable is a type of copper cable specially built with a metal shield and other components engineered to block signal interference.Continue Reading
How to unify wired and wireless network management now
Unifying the wired and wireless network -- that is, creating unified networking management -- doesn't just happen. Learn what tools and tactics can make it a reality.Continue Reading
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application delivery controller (ADC)
An application delivery controller (ADC) is a network component that manages and optimizes how client machines connect to web and enterprise application servers.Continue Reading
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)
TCP/IP, or the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol, is a suite of communication protocols used to interconnect network devices on the internet.Continue Reading
When will networking embrace the 802.11ax standard?
The pending 802.11ax standard offers 10 Gbps speeds up to 40% faster than Wave 2 802.11ac.Continue Reading
spectrum analyzer
A spectrum analyzer is a device that displays signal amplitude (strength) as it varies by signal frequency.Continue Reading
network hub
A network hub is a node that broadcasts data to every computer or Ethernet-based device connected to it.Continue Reading