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Download: Overcome Virtual Network Management Challenges
The virtualized network poses challenges to network management systems -- and as more hardware components become virtualized, that challenge becomes even greater. This handbook discusses the steps IT must take to both build and corral their virtualized infrastructure.
Network Administration and Resources News
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May 24, 2018
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May'18
IDC, Cisco survey assesses future IT staffing needs
New IDC survey on digital transformation's effects on future IT staffing outline technology trends affecting IT hiring and 20 roles that emphasize need for expanded skill sets.
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April 25, 2018
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Apr'18
2018 ONUG conference to tackle IT disruption, building blocks
With the spring 2018 ONUG conference coming up on May 8 to 9, Nick Lippis, ONUG co-founder, discusses how IT teams are facing disruption from technologies like the cloud and SD-WAN.
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April 11, 2018
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Apr'18
MEF launches SDN certification and specs for Presto APIs
MEF worked with The Linux Foundation and ETSI to develop an NFV and SDN certification to focus on related knowledge and skills. Meantime, MEF published specs for its Presto APIs.
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October 31, 2017
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ONUG conference: SD-WAN and automation continue to grow
The 2017 ONUG conference focused on new uses for SD-WAN, the development of standards and offered a sneak peek into emerging technologies, like containerization and automation.
Network Administration and Resources Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Session layer
In the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) communications model, the session layer resides at Layer 5 and manages the setup and teardown of the association between two communicating endpoints. Continue Reading
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OSI model (Open Systems Interconnection)
OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) is a reference model for how applications communicate over a network. Continue Reading
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presentation layer
Residing at Layer 6 of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) communications model, the presentation layer ensures that the communications that pass through it are in the appropriate form for the recipient application. Continue Reading
Evaluate Network Administration and Resources Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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The growing ties between networking roles and automation
Network automation is here, bringing with it new demands for network professionals. But these changes should go beyond shifting networking roles, responsibilities and skills. Continue Reading
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Wireless networking technology helps craft IT modernization
A long-term care business looks to wireless network technology and Active Directory to kick off its IT modernization plan and business growth. Continue Reading
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IT Priorities survey predicts 2018 IT strategy for tech pros
In TechTarget's annual IT Priorities survey, information technology professionals across industries provide a glimpse of their 2018 IT strategy plans and pet projects. Continue Reading
Manage Network Administration and Resources
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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network configuration management (NCM)
Network configuration management is the process of organizing and maintaining information about all the components of a computer network. Continue Reading
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Automated networks mean clearing some key hurdles first
Obstacles facing IT adoption of automation in the network including training and trust. Now's the time to clear these hurdles and reap the benefits of an automated future. Continue Reading
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Balancing automated vs. manual network configuration management
Is there still a place for learning manual network configuration management in a world where networks are throttling toward automation? Sure -- but how much is enough? Continue Reading
Problem Solve Network Administration and Resources 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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Information security certifications: Introductory level
This series looks at the top information security certifications for IT professionals. Part one reviews basic, vendor-neutral certifications for entry-level positions. Continue Reading
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How to use traceroute to troubleshoot network problems
Traceroute is a tool that can provide more insight than you might think. Learn how to use traceroute to troubleshoot network issues. Continue Reading
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How to calculate network bandwidth requirements
Figuring out how to calculate bandwidth requirements is vital to ensuring your network runs smoothly, and it's best to get the formula correct from the beginning. Continue Reading