Opinion

Opinion

• SN blogs: Vendors focusing on SD WAN, but WAN optimization still key

  SN blogs: This week, an analyst urged vendors to keep focus on WAN optimization; the rise of big data analytics is forcing firms to see what's next.  Continue Reading

• SN blogs: Cybersecurity leadership needs restructuring

  SN blogs: This week, why having two CISOs could benefit cybersecurity strategy; how Google's plans to become an MVNO could be a good thing.  Continue Reading

• Recent flurry of slower Ethernet speeds focuses on strategy, not acceleration

  For the first time, Ethernet innovation isn't about higher speeds. The recent push for 2.5 and 5 Gigabit Ethernet show it's all about use cases.  Continue Reading

• SN blogs: WebRTC browser applications boost enterprise networking

  SN blogs: This week, an analyst discusses why browser-based communication is enhanced with WebRTC applications.  Continue Reading

• Using NetFlow monitoring tactics to solve bandwidth mysteries

  NetFlow eliminated the hassle of network troubleshooting after a school complained about its Internet access.  Continue Reading

• SN blogs: Big data initiatives require vision and strategy

  SN blogs: This week, an analyst discusses 10 big data vision and strategy questions; what's the best way to provide Wi-Fi to a campground?  Continue Reading

• SN blogs: Software infrastructure products to blossom in 2015

  SN blogs: This week, an analyst gives his 2015 IT infrastructure predictions; an engineer discusses when to use a router versus a switch.  Continue Reading

• What buyers need from Wi-Fi access point upgrades

  A recap of SearchNetworking's How to Buy series, which teaches IT professionals what to keep an eye on when buying new products for their networks.  Continue Reading

• SN blogs: mobile management protection needs improvement

  SN blogs: This week, a security analyst shares his 2015 predictions; a consultant highlights the need for thoughtful IPv6 implementation.  Continue Reading

• Hotel Wi-Fi security crumbles in wake of bored IT admin

  What happens when a bored IT admin meets a hotel Wi-Fi network that does not want to cooperate?  Continue Reading

• SN blogs: Managed mobile meshing with IoT, M2M

  SN blogs: An analyst highlights 2014 mobility trends; a T-Mobile data rollover plan wins kudos.  Continue Reading

• Time for a network monitoring application? What to look for

  You might think that implementing a network monitoring tool is like every other rollout. You would be wrong.  Continue Reading

• SN blogs: Big data software is not a get-rich-quick game

  SN blogs: Big data software companies require a lot of hand-holding before projects can become lucrative; what is Cisco doing with storage?  Continue Reading

• Some parting thoughts on the networking industry

  Outgoing TechTarget News Director Shamus McGillicuddy reflects on his time covering the networking industry.  Continue Reading

• SN blogs: Enterprise mobile analytics on the rise

  SN blogs: This week, analysts look at ways to measure PaaS success; enterprise mobile analytics could become a key barometer of business success.  Continue Reading