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May 29, 2015 29 May'15
SN blogs: Dell as a data protection provider, good for enterprise

Dell switches from data protection reseller to innovative vendor; business intelligence heads to the cloud.
May 28, 2015 28 May'15
News recap: Fiber optic cable nearing capacity

In telecom news, researchers say fiber optic cables are nearing their capacity limits, while telecom and cable providers are making gains in the home security market.
May 28, 2015 28 May'15
HP ConteXtream acquisition complements open NFV work

Hewlett-Packard's acquisition of ConteXtream is likely to bring a number of valuable features to HP's upcoming open NFV products.
May 22, 2015 22 May'15
Alcatel-Lucent boosts capabilities of service provider SDN platform

Alcatel-Lucent introduces a service provider SDN platform designed to improve response times in making changes to corporate networks.
May 22, 2015 22 May'15
SN blogs: NFV technology blends enterprise, telecom

SN blogs: This week, an analyst says crossover between enterprise and telecom networking continues; The Internet of Things brings healthcare to poor countries.
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May 22, 2015 22 May'15
SDN blogs: Why would some relate SDN to IBM SNA?

In this week's SDN blogs, experts take a look back at IBM's SNA and discuss SDN integration and network programmability.
May 21, 2015 21 May'15
Ciena unveils DCI for metro data centers

Ciena unveils an interconnect for the metro data centers of enterprises and Internet content providers.
May 15, 2015 15 May'15
ICYMI: Coalition demonstrates SDN peering router

ICYMI: The ONOS Project and ONF says its SDN peering technology is a breakthrough; Cyan adds major vendors to SDN alliance.
May 15, 2015 15 May'15
SN blogs: Enterprise database systems head toward the cloud

SN blogs: This week, an analyst said that DBaaS can help IT get back some of budget now spent on housekeeping activities.
May 15, 2015 15 May'15
ICYMI: AppNeta sets SaaS application monitoring for non-IT

ICYMI: AppNeta focuses new SaaS application monitoring dashboard on non-IT administrators; SevOne creates a discussion platform for network operators.
May 14, 2015 14 May'15
Xirrus wireless transceiver takes aim at high-density areas

The latest Xirrus wireless transceiver is built to tackle high-density areas like classrooms and large conference rooms.
May 14, 2015 14 May'15
Cisco SDN strategy helps lift revenue, profits

Cisco SDN strategy contributes to 27% jump in Nexus 9000 orders and an increase in the number of Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) customers.
May 13, 2015 13 May'15
Big Switch Networks boosts security, VMware integration

Big Switch Networks boosts monitoring applications within Big Tap 4.5, and adds support for VMware environments within Big Cloud Fabric 2.6.
May 13, 2015 13 May'15
Selecting a top UK MPLS Provider

I was recently interviewed by a new business startup forum about some of the key aspects of procuring WAN connectivity in the UK. The transcript from that interview has been sent to me for public ...
May 12, 2015 12 May'15
Barracuda gets Intel's help in latest ADC appliance

Barracuda Networks' latest ADC appliance leverages Intel technology and a new architecture to boost virtualized application performance.
May 07, 2015 07 May'15
Cisco to ship 2RU Catalyst campus switch

Cisco plans to release a 2RU Catalyst campus switch by the end of July. The new 6840-X is the smallest device in the 6000 family.
May 07, 2015 07 May'15
SDN blogs: Is WAN virtualization worthwhile?

SDN blogs: Network professionals talk about the benefits of virtualizing your WAN, why learning about APIs is crucial and when to upgrade to new software.
May 06, 2015 06 May'15
New Cisco CEO Robbins unlikely to make dramatic changes

The choice of sales veteran Chuck Robbins to replace retiring Cisco CEO John Chambers points to continuity in product development.
May 06, 2015 06 May'15
News recap: Ciena to buy networking software provider Cyan

In telecom news, Ciena has made a bid to acquire Cyan to expand its networking software portfolio, while the FCC pushes to expand broadband in rural areas.
May 05, 2015 05 May'15
Dell adds Aerohive wireless products to Wi-Fi portfolio

Dell will resell Aerohive wireless products to boost its own Wi-Fi/mobility portfolio.
May 04, 2015 04 May'15
What happens if you remove an acceptable use policy from guest Wi-Fi?

Requiring users on guest Wi-Fi to agree to an acceptable use policy (AUP) keeps lawyers happy, but it's far from user-friendly. Here's what happened when one IT pro removed his.
May 04, 2015 04 May'15
Robbins' appointment signals Cisco's strategic shift

Cisco makes top executive change at a fascinating time for the vendor.
May 01, 2015 01 May'15
Shattering the 'single pane of glass' myth of network management

Vendors claim that their network management systems can do it all, but in a world of virtualization and cloud, is that still true?
May 01, 2015 01 May'15
Layer 4-7 network orchestration: Are we there yet?

Software-defined data centers and cloud are driving a need for Layer 4-7 network orchestration tools that can automate provisioning and lifecycle management.
May 01, 2015 01 May'15
Networking's humblebrag moment: Can we use all that 802.11ac bandwidth?

Whenever a new network standard emerges, we wonder how we'd ever use all that capacity -- and soon eat our words. Here we go again with 802.11ac bandwidth in Wave 2.
May 01, 2015 01 May'15
Will 802.11ac speeds redefine network architectures?

After months of anticipation, the first 802.11ac Wave 2 access points are hitting the market, ushering in the era of multi-gigabit speeds on wireless LANs.
This second and final phase of the latest Wi-Fi standard boasts a theoretical maximum ...
April 29, 2015 29 Apr'15
Cisco adds policy-based security to ACI platform

Cisco blends threat protection to its ACI portfolio to enable security policies.
April 29, 2015 29 Apr'15
News recap: Google Wi-Fi mobile service launches

In telecom news, Google's Wi-Fi MVNO service officially launches for Nexus 6 phones, while Juniper Networks' first quarter exceeds expectations.
April 28, 2015 28 Apr'15
Extreme Networks SDN platform gets Skype for Business support

The latest version of the Extreme Networks SDN platform uses OpenDaylight to prioritize Skype for Business video conferencing.
April 27, 2015 27 Apr'15
ICYMI: VMware tackles hybrid cloud security for mobile users

ICYMI: VMware takes on hybrid cloud security, combining NSX and AirWatch to control users' access within the network; Nuage Networks launches SDN services in Australia.
April 27, 2015 27 Apr'15
HP modular switch prepped for faster Wi-Fi

HP's latest module for the HP 5400R zl2 ensures the hardware can handle the throughput from 802.11ac access points. The HP modular switch competes with the Cisco Catalyst.
April 24, 2015 24 Apr'15
Interop 2015: Special conference coverage

From the conference floor of Interop 2015 in Las Vegas, SearchNetworking brings you information on the top trends, vendors and developments.
April 23, 2015 23 Apr'15
ICYMI: Juniper reveals SRX5800 hardware firewall upgrades

ICYMI: This week, Juniper upgrades its SRX5800 firewall; Dynatrace announces Best of Web award winners.
April 23, 2015 23 Apr'15
Extreme Networks Inc. CEO steps down

As Extreme Networks Inc. CEO steps down following a decline in revenue, the industry wonders what's next for the networking vendor.
April 22, 2015 22 Apr'15
Avaya SDN architecture includes new Ethernet switch line

Avaya SDN architecture includes a SDN-enabled Ethernet switch line, the ERS 5900 series. The switches will help extend SDN to the edge of the network.
April 22, 2015 22 Apr'15
News recap: Bell Labs developing 10 Gbps G.fast technology

In telecom news, Bell Labs is developing new G.fast technology, while Comcast's merger with Time Warner Cable could be in trouble.
April 22, 2015 22 Apr'15
Dell plans to cut typical 100 GbE switch price in half

Dell plans to sell a 100 GbE fabric switch at half the price of competing products to try to 'disrupt' the market through a low switch price.
April 20, 2015 20 Apr'15
WildPackets becomes Savvius, shifts focus to network security

WildPackets, a network performance vendor, shifts its focus to security and rebrands with a new name, Savvius Inc.
April 15, 2015 15 Apr'15
News recap: Report shows promising telecom employment numbers

In telecom news, a report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows promising telecom employment numbers; broadband customers are increasingly using OTT services.
April 15, 2015 15 Apr'15
Extreme Networks' revenue to come up short of earlier predictions

Extreme Networks' revenue for Q3 will be lower than the vendor previously expected. Currency value fluctuations and delayed purchasing from enterprises cited.
April 10, 2015 10 Apr'15
Saisei network flow control delivers bandwidth equality

Saisei's latest software lets companies provide network users with equal shares of bandwidth. The network flow control product prevents slowdowns from bandwidth hogs.
April 09, 2015 09 Apr'15
Ruckus 802.11ac Wave 2 access point delivers more throughput

The latest Ruckus 802.11ac access point provides limited use of Wave 2 technology, so existing network infrastructure can keep up.
April 08, 2015 08 Apr'15
Brocade gives a push to campus switch automation

Brocade is improving its campus networking portfolio with switch automation software, a new line of hardware and additional support for open standard technology.
April 08, 2015 08 Apr'15
News recap: Fiber services reach 42% of businesses

In telecom news, a report shows that fiber services are reaching more businesses as operators increasingly deploy fiber, while the Ethernet switch market continues to hit revenue records.
April 07, 2015 07 Apr'15
SN blogs: Web scalability is the new "hyper converged"

SN blogs: This week, an analyst says that Web scalability is the next step in eliminating silos; Gartner announces 2015 "cool" vendors in enterprise networking.
April 07, 2015 07 Apr'15
New Aerohive wireless product includes updated cloud-based management

The latest Aerohive wireless product for education customers includes an updated cloud-based management console and a new access point.
April 07, 2015 07 Apr'15
Dell launches SMB switch line

Dell's latest switches provide basic networking for small and medium-sized companies with fewer than 1,000 employees.
April 03, 2015 03 Apr'15
ICYMI: Hackathon sparks development of new SDN applications

ICYMI: Student programmers create new SDN applications at HackIllinois; Cloud Ethernet Forum (CEF) changes its name to reflect new direction.
April 02, 2015 02 Apr'15
Accelerating mobile performance goal of startup Kwicr

A new cloud-based mobile delivery service promises to eliminate problems caused by Wi-Fi and cellular congestion.
April 01, 2015 01 Apr'15
IBM innovation centers give enterprises a dry run with SDN technology

As enterprise interest in SDN grows, new IBM innovation centers allow businesses to test SDN technology from a variety of vendors.
April 01, 2015 01 Apr'15
SN blogs: NSF touts next-generation networks

SN blogs: This week, the National Science Foundation showcases two of its main initiatives; an analyst urges readers not to forget World Backup Day.
April 01, 2015 01 Apr'15
Alcatel-Lucent switch gateway boosts virtual, physical network speed

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has introduced a switch gateway in its latest high-density OmniSwitch that improves data throughput between virtualized applications and a VXLAN.
March 31, 2015 31 Mar'15
Microsoft rolling out Office 365 MDM

Microsoft provides Office 365 MDM at no cost, giving subscribers basic capabilities for mobile device management and the option of upgrading to the paid service Intune.
March 30, 2015 30 Mar'15
ICYMI: 400 Gigabit Ethernet concerns fuels new consortium

ICYMI: Industry leaders Cisco, Intel and Arista join a consortium to create standards to allay power, heat concerns fueled by 400 GbE protocol.
March 27, 2015 27 Mar'15
SDN blogs: The biggest misconceptions about SDN in 2015

In this week's SDN blogs, analysts explore some of the biggest misconceptions of SDN in 2015, and why convincing customers to change to white box switches is so difficult.
March 27, 2015 27 Mar'15
Survey: Enterprises ready to buy SDN products

A majority of U.S. businesses are preparing to implement SDN products in the data center by 2017 in order to reduce networking costs.
March 25, 2015 25 Mar'15
SN blogs: Big data business initiatives on the horizon

SN blogs: This week, analysts discuss how big data initiatives are affecting businesses; one expert warns about the dangers of unknown appliances in the data center.
March 25, 2015 25 Mar'15
News recap: FCC defends net neutrality vote

In telecom news, FCC Chair Tom Wheeler testified in defense of the commission's net neutrality vote, while Cisco expanded its networking portfolio capabilities.
March 23, 2015 23 Mar'15
Juniper, Mirantis deal targets OpenStack SDN combo

Juniper and Mirantis are expanding their engineering partnership to deliver an OpenStack SDN combo to appeal to enterprises making the SDN move.
March 20, 2015 20 Mar'15
F5 ships lightweight cloud load balancer

F5 Networks launches LineRate Point Load Balancer, providing a commercial alternative to open source tools that improve the performance of application services in cloud environments.
March 19, 2015 19 Mar'15
Network monitoring system going to dogs? That's just fine

When pet insurer Trupanion decided to move its network management in-house, it knew it needed a more comprehensive network monitoring foundation.
March 18, 2015 18 Mar'15
SN blogs: Competitive acquisition dangerous for partners?

SN blogs: This week, an analyst discusses why competitive acquisitions can hurt some companies and another discusses how to transition away from technology silos.
March 18, 2015 18 Mar'15
News recap: FCC merger reviews delayed

In telecom news, the FCC merger reviews for AT&T and Comcast were temporarily halted, while carriers prepare to launch OTT services.
March 13, 2015 13 Mar'15
Getting clarity on delivering video conferencing services

The technology that the inventors of the 1960s Picturephone visualized is at last within reach. Here's how to implement and manage video conferencing today, and factor in cloud services too.
March 11, 2015 11 Mar'15
SN blogs: Android for Work ready for prime time

In this week's SN blogs, analysts discuss Google's new BYOD platform and give support to user activity monitoring applications.
March 11, 2015 11 Mar'15
News recap: 2015 global SDN implementations vary

In telecom news, IDT Telecom is the first U.S. carrier to directly connect to Cuba after the FCC approved its Cuba telecom deal; meanwhile a new TechTarget survey found differences in SDN implementations by region.
March 10, 2015 10 Mar'15
Global food distributor taps HP SDN technology

HP SDN hardware and applications allow The Bama Companies to improve and speed up IT operations, and ensure reliable Lync communications.
March 09, 2015 09 Mar'15
ICYMI: Cisco teams up with SpiderCloud for USC offering

ICYMI: Cisco and SpiderCloud target the enterprise with their jointly developed mobile offering; Kemp introduces a free version of its virtual ADC.
March 06, 2015 06 Mar'15
ONF: SDN portal will organize, unite solo open source projects

The newly formed Software Leadership Council hopes that OpenSourceSDN.org will spur the development of tools and apps engineered to fuel widespread SDN adoption.
March 04, 2015 04 Mar'15
Aruba mobile engagement platform wins Network Innovation Award

Aruba is pushing Wi-Fi indoor positioning to new levels with a platform geared towards venues that connect with visitors via their smartphones.
March 04, 2015 04 Mar'15
Aruba controllers get WAN intelligence for the branch office

New Aruba controllers for the branch office provide WLAN management, WAN intelligence and a firewall in one appliance.
March 04, 2015 04 Mar'15
Cisco, VMware unveil CSP products to tap growing market

CSP products introduced at the Mobile World Congress included cloud-based analytics from Cisco and virtualized networking technology from VMware.
March 02, 2015 02 Mar'15
Network automation tools bring 'set it and forget it' to life

In this Q&A, one engineer describes how she honed her programming skills to work on network automation tools that make it easier to configure switches.
February 26, 2015 26 Feb'15
FCC approves net neutrality rules

Internet service providers will be regulated as common carriers under Title II, as the FCC approved net neutrality rules.
February 26, 2015 26 Feb'15
IBM, Juniper to offer joint network analytics

IBM and Juniper say they will work together to deliver customer intelligence to cloud and communications service providers.
February 25, 2015 25 Feb'15
Midokura upgrade provides OpenStack deployment bridge

Midokura has refreshed MidoNet with features that provide a bridge for VMware customers looking to move to OpenStack without using proprietary virtual networking technology.
February 25, 2015 25 Feb'15
Where 5G technology is headed and when

The 5G technology standard is under development as the Internet of Things and an increasing number of mobile users create demand for next-generation wireless infrastructure.
February 25, 2015 25 Feb'15
Recap: VoLTE driving VoIP market; optical network market grows

In this news recap: VoLTE services are driving new growth in the VoIP equipment market, while Google pushes for the FCC not to regulate interconnection agreements with ISPs.
February 24, 2015 24 Feb'15
Avaya redefines SDN architecture in new offering

Avaya says its SDN architecture leverages OpenDaylight, OpenStack and OpenFlow to deliver programmable network services faster than competing technologies.
February 23, 2015 23 Feb'15
SDN blogs: Overlay networks can be scaled

In this week's SDN blogs, experts talk about the scalability of overlay networks and ask questions about SD WAN, and an open source SDN website is launched.
February 19, 2015 19 Feb'15
ExtraHop boosts wire data analytics from 10 Gbps to sustained 40 Gbps

ExtraHop's latest monitoring appliance, the EH9100, provides wire data analytics over 40 Gigabits per second in a single box.
February 19, 2015 19 Feb'15
Openness key to latest HP Ethernet switch line

Hewlett-Packard joins Dell and Juniper Networks by launching a line of switching gear that runs on open operating systems. The HP Ethernet switch will be available in late March.
February 17, 2015 17 Feb'15
What Cisco earnings don't say that tech buyers should know

While the latest Cisco earnings show the vendor has solid demand for its networking gear today, tech buyers shouldn't ignore the obstacles Cisco is likely to face in the future.
February 16, 2015 16 Feb'15
SteelCentral upgrade enhances toolset for app-centric enterprise

With renewed focus on application performance within the enterprise, Riverbed fortifies SteelCentral portfolio.
February 13, 2015 13 Feb'15
Facebook's new open networking switch 'overkill' for enterprises

Facebook has developed an open switch for its network fabric comprised of modular components built of standard technology. While innovative, experts say the technology is not for most enterprises.
February 12, 2015 12 Feb'15
Providers go for hybrid cloud as a service; Verizon wireline sale

In telecom news, service providers are making the move to hybrid cloud as a service offerings, while Verizon tries to blame net neutrality for the sale of some of its wireline operations.
February 12, 2015 12 Feb'15
What Samsung's Smart TV is really saying about you

The recent publicity about Samsung's Smart TV listening in on private conversations has received a lot of public attention, but this latest privacy issue is nothing new to the technology community. ...
February 10, 2015 10 Feb'15
New cloud-based Meru wireless LAN targets the midmarket

Meru's cloud-based wireless LAN for SMBs includes hardware and management software and reduces costs by eliminating the on-premises controller.
February 06, 2015 06 Feb'15
Brocade inks deal to buy Riverbed's virtual ADC business

Brocade says its acquisition of Riverbed's popular virtual ADC business will bolster its overall product line for moving network services from expensive hardware into more flexible software.
February 04, 2015 04 Feb'15
FCC proposes Title II reclassification; AWS-3 auction breaks records

In telecom news, the FCC unveiled its proposal to reclassify the Internet under Title II, while telecom spending is expected to grow as carriers expand their networks.
February 04, 2015 04 Feb'15
VMware ties customers' virtual services to public cloud

VMware is tackling the difficulty of moving workloads from the data center to its public cloud by providing a unified platform for running virtual services.
January 30, 2015 30 Jan'15
SDN blogs: 2015 year of software-defined WAN?

In this week's SDN blogs, analysts discuss why SDN is more reliable than traditional networking, why SDN WAN will gain popularity in 2015 and Brocade’s new Vyatta Controller.
January 30, 2015 30 Jan'15
Challenges of Global MPLS Network Procurement

Companion resource: The Techtarget version of our free IT Managers step by step Global MPLS Network procurement Mindmap. Every risk, pitfall and opportunity outlined at a glance. In this article, I ...
January 29, 2015 29 Jan'15
ICYMI: F5's BIG-IQ updates intelligent management structure

ICYMI: F5 Network upgraded its BIG-IQ to provide a more integrated framework; a California convention center is rolling out a 10 Gbps Wi-Fi network.
January 29, 2015 29 Jan'15
Can a piece of software really determine if you’re ready to quit your job?

The evolution of predictive analytics technology continues to be something to keep an eye on in 2015. Although the technique is nothing new to the average consumer – we see it every time Netflix ...
January 29, 2015 29 Jan'15
Brocade touts router encryption in MLXe release

Brocade is promoting router encryption in the release of its MLXe security module, but expert opinions fall short of unanimous endorsement.
January 28, 2015 28 Jan'15
Big Switch's BCF 2.5 now supported on Dell bare-metal switches

Big Switch's release of Big Cloud Fabric 2.5 offers the flexibility of SDN on bare-metal switches, with support from trusted providers and hypervisors.
January 28, 2015 28 Jan'15
Ethernet switch market to hit $25 billion; Verizon feels mobile carrier war

In telecom news, the Ethernet switch market is expected to reach $25 billion, while Verizon's Q4 report shows the impact of mobile carrier competition.
January 27, 2015 27 Jan'15
Cisco ONE provides single license hardware, software

Cisco ONE provides a single license for all-in-one hardware and software package aimed at a specific networking use case, but it may be the high-priced option.
January 23, 2015 23 Jan'15
A10 ships programmable application delivery controller

A10 Networks has re-architected the software within its application delivery controller, making it more customizable for inserting Layer 4-7 services in SDN, NFV and cloud applications.

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