Network protocols and standards

All network communications are governed by network protocols, the formal standards and policies that govern secure end-to-end data communications and network management. Keep up with existing and developing network standards and practices, and the organizations that create them.

September 18, 2019 18 Sep'19
Wi-Fi Certified 6 launches new era for wireless connectivity

The Wi-Fi 6 wireless standard is now ready for deployment, thanks to the debut of a certification effort that helps guarantee interoperability.
May 20, 2019 20 May'19
Marconi Mainnet launched for building, scaling complex networks

The Marconi Mainnet platform provides blockchain security, multi-cloud connectivity, advanced firewalls and secure gateways for decentralized networks.
October 04, 2018 04 Oct'18
Wi-Fi Alliance introduces Wi-Fi 6 as part of new naming system

In networking news, Wi-Fi 6 now connotes 802.11ax technology, Aerohive Networks introduces machine learning analytics tools and Viavi releases a platform update.
September 28, 2018 28 Sep'18
FCC 5G ruling tries to speed up small cell deployments in cities

The Federal Communications Commission has ordered cities to move faster in deciding on small cell deployments. Telecom firms praise the new FCC 5G rules while cities denounce them.

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Network layer

Located at Layer 3 of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) communications model, the primary function of the network layer is to move data into and through other networks. Continue Reading
Transport Layer Security (TLS)

Transport Layer Security (TLS) is an Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) standard protocol that provides authentication, privacy and data integrity between two communicating computer applications. Continue Reading
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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Everything you need to know about IoT connectivity options

Organizations have a multitude of IoT connectivity options to meet their needs, whether that includes a connection on the move or through dense walls and obstacles. Continue Reading
Myths and realities of a Wi-Fi 6 upgrade

Despite the promise of high data rates, longer client battery life and more efficient radio techniques, enterprises need to weigh Wi-Fi 6's limitations. Continue Reading
Zero-trust use cases highlight both its benefits and misconceptions

For many organizations, zero trust remains an abstract security idea. Zero-trust use cases demonstrate the concept's real-world benefits but also expose its drawbacks. Continue Reading

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Make legacy IoT data protocols part of an IoT strategy

IT pros implement IoT devices to create and connect data; however, the lack of one IoT standard protocol counters the ability of IoT devices to work together. Continue Reading
7 factors to consider in network redundancy design

Network pros have multiple factors to consider when it comes to adding redundancy in network design, including network equipment, protocols, backup, processing and subnet connections. Continue Reading
Comparing IoT mesh network protocols: What's the difference?

With so many available, how does an organization choose which IoT mesh network protocol to use? Sift through the noise and learn about four options and their benefits. Continue Reading

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ISPs rely on capacity for COVID-19 internet traffic spikes

As COVID-19 causes surges in internet traffic, internet and network providers have responded by increasing capacity and installing more fiber. So far, it's worked. Continue Reading
How to deal with the lack of IoT standards

With each IoT standards body creating its own architecture or framework, IT professionals have many options to sort through for any IoT deployment. Continue Reading
How can DNS privacy issues be addressed?

Learn two techniques for improving end-user DNS privacy protection that prevent DNS from exposing information about websites users visit and the people users communicate with. Continue Reading