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Network teams spend more time than ever on network security issues
The workloads of network teams have evolved from their original objectives because of network security threats. Yet teams are still expected to maintain their initial goals. Continue Reading
What roles are included in a network engineer job description?
What is a network engineer? The role can encompass several disciplines, especially as new technologies emerge. Software knowledge, in particular, is in high demand. Continue Reading
What duties are in the network manager job description?
Get the inside scoop on a network manager's job description, workload and responsibilities which keep an organization's network infrastructure running smoothly. Continue Reading
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How many SDN programming languages should I know?
When it comes to programming languages, is it better to become an expert in one or a jack-of-all-trades? Networking pro Will Murrell recommends familiarizing yourself with three. Continue Reading
How to get training on OpenDaylight controllers and APIs
David Goldberg explains the origins of OpenDaylight controller code and offers resources for developers looking to learn more about the existing code base. Continue Reading
How will creating intellectual property affect the role and purpose of IT?
As intellectual property becomes the objective of business, IT must focus more on security and flexibility.Continue Reading
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
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
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
Considering SDN impact on networking staff
Programmable networks will bring automation and change the role of the networking pro, so it's important to consider the SDN impact on IT employees.Continue Reading
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Will cloudification make enterprise IT jobs disappear?
We have public, private and hybrid clouds. What does this mean for in-house IT departments? Will the cloud make enterprise jobs evaporate?Continue Reading
SSL certificate management: A practical guide
Certificate management is faced by many but understood by few. This guide provides a refresher of the basics and covers common tasks.Continue Reading
Top 5 skills SDN vendors will be looking for
One of SDN's pioneers, Nick McKeown, offers his advice about the top skills for a job in software-defined networking.Continue Reading
Why must businesses custom design their network security solutions?
In this Ask the Expert response, Rainer Enders explains the importance of customized network security solutions.Continue Reading
The answer to the top 5 virtualization problems
Transitioning to a virtualized network can be challenging for network engineers, despite the advantages. Understand these top five virtualization problems and how to handle them.Continue Reading