Data center interconnect
A solid data center interconnect strategy is vital for enterprises managing ever-growing volumes of data traffic. Find out how companies are connecting data centers and read expert advice and analysis about the latest data center internet connection options. See how optical interconnects, an evolving technology, offer new ways to transmit data across greater distances.
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Preparing for SD-WAN deployment requires substantial research to determine what your organization needs from your WAN. And the growing number of options on the market can make the decision-making process overwhelming. To help, dive into FAQs about SD-WAN deployment, and the important features to consider, such as security, cloud connectivity, pricing and more.
Data center interconnect News
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December 04, 2019
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Dec'19
3 networking startups rearchitect routing
Networking startups Arrcus, DriveNets and Volta Networks help service providers redefine routing in the data center and at the edge.
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September 25, 2019
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Sep'19
Stateless offers software-defined interconnect platform
The new platform, Luxon, provides software control that replaces customized hardware and offers more configuration possibilities with new switch technology.
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September 17, 2019
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Sep'19
Cisco acquisitions in 2019 bolster service provider strategy
Cisco acquisitions in 2019 and 2018 include three that show the company preparing for when carriers will increase spending to ready networks for next-generation business services.
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August 15, 2019
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Aug'19
Cisco faces sales slump amid Chinese tariffs, falling SP revenues
Cisco forecast weak revenue growth in the current quarter, as service provider sales fell and product orders were flat. The company also reported being shut out of China.
Data center interconnect Get Started
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Optical interconnect DCI frameworks need more flexibility to keep pace
An optical interconnect framework can support high-speed DCI deployments. But it's important that optical networks become programmable to ensure reliability. Continue Reading
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What cloud data center interconnect technologies can do
Data center interconnect technologies and services now use cloud. Learn how CDCI improves traffic delivery and how to choose the right equipment and services. Continue Reading
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10 Gigabit Ethernet tutorial: Connecting data centers, storage, LAN and beyond
As IT teams build 10 Gigabit Ethernet networks, they'll have to choose the right 10 Gigabit Ethernet cabling and components in order to ensure data center optimization and prevent latency in the network. They''ll also need to be sure their networks ... Continue Reading
Evaluate Data center interconnect Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Cloud exchange provider deploys Blue Planet orchestration
In this case study, a Denver-based colocation and cloud exchange provider explains how Ciena's Blue Planet orchestration technology has helped make over its cloud exchange. Continue Reading
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Consider these 5 factors of DCI technology
This feature showcases five pieces of advice that detail what you need to know about data center interconnect, its pros and cons, and its relationship with other networking areas. Continue Reading
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Software networking supports campus network convergence
Software networking, along with intent-based capabilities, can help improve campus network visibility and authentication, while also supporting Ethernet and Wi-Fi convergence. Continue Reading
Manage Data center interconnect
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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How data center interconnect technologies shape WAN performance
Latency, congestion and sluggish TCP stacks can plague application performance, but understanding data center interconnect technologies is key. Continue Reading
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High-speed DCI technologies critical in age of cloud, big data
High-speed data center interconnect can help network managers handle the data explosion, preventing east-west traffic jams in the era of cloud and hyper-converged infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Umpqua Bank employs NSX, micro-segmentation for enterprise security
Umpqua Bank's Sam Guidice tells how the organization deployed VMware's NSX as part of its effort to utilize micro-segmentation for enterprise security. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Data center interconnect Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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Data center interconnects rife with application challenges
Avoid pushing complexity into your network. This is especially true with data center interconnect design, Layer 2 mobility and application requirements. Continue Reading
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Need for speed: Demand for faster DCI technology grows
As the amount of traffic traveling between data centers explodes, both enterprises and service providers look for high-octane data center interconnect options. Continue Reading
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Data center interconnect market: Enterprises, providers fuel growth
The data center interconnect market is poised for significant growth, thanks to a number of factors altering the IT landscape -- including the growing use of cloud services, the massive proliferation of data, the increasing adoption of ... Continue Reading