Open source networking
Open source networking introduces tools to help enterprises with routing, scripting, network performance monitoring and other tasks. Get expert advice about the benefits and challenges associated with open source, and learn about new features open source groups are developing to help enterprises improve their operational performance.
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Open source networking News
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December 12, 2019
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Dec'19
Cisco's Silicon One networking chip targets cloud data centers
Cisco's Silicon One chip launch demonstrates a willingness to embrace white box routers in the hyperscale data centers of cloud providers.
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October 01, 2019
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Oct'19
AT&T design for open routing covers many uses
The new AT&T design for open carrier-grade routing covers systems ranging from single line card devices to large hardware clusters. The design taps Broadcom's Jericho2 chip.
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September 12, 2019
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Sep'19
F5 Networks updates NGINX Application Platform, other tools
Updates include improved security and observability features, a new developer portal, API importing and improved analytics and configuration management.
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August 19, 2019
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Aug'19
IT favors open source networking over Cisco ACI, VMware NSX
Companies are turning to open source network automation tools as less expensive, good-enough alternatives to Cisco ACI and VMware NSX.
Open source networking Get Started
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What is the Citrix vSwitch Controller and what does it do?
The vSwitch Controller provides admins with extensive visibility into the network environment, making it easier to optimize that environment and improve application performance. Continue Reading
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Network operating system advantages extend to white box switching
The network operating system is changing, moving toward software acceleration, open APIs and white box switching. Learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of the new NOS. Continue Reading
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Helping enterprises adapt to open source switching
Enterprise adoption of open source switching hasn't kept pace with cloud providers and telcos. What are some of the barriers blocking the use of disaggregation? Continue Reading
Evaluate Open source networking Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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On-premises server monitoring tools meet business needs, budget
Compare these eight on-premises network, server and application monitoring tools to determine which best fits your organization's specific use cases, business needs and budget. Continue Reading
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Volta Networks wins NIA for cloud-based routing
Better together? Not when it comes to routing software and hardware. Networking startup Volta Networks' disaggregated routing platform promises to increase flexibility and lowers costs. Continue Reading
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How network standards and open source organizations differ
Both open source and network standards organizations want to develop the next-generation network. Yet their methods differ, and they can benefit different types of organizations. Continue Reading
Manage Open source networking
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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The status of white box networking in the enterprise
Despite the benefits of white box networking, most enterprises are cautious about deployment. Use these five questions to determine when white box implementation is a smart move. Continue Reading
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Drawbacks of open source networking could impede full growth
IT teams have increasingly accepted the use of open source within their organizations. But open source networking continues to lag behind -- and it may not catch up. Continue Reading
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Service providers use NFV open source to innovate the network
With NFV open source, service providers can push network innovation and reduce network costs. But service providers will need to adjust to a new open source culture. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Open source networking 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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Options abound for OpenStack implementation
Integrating OpenStack within your existing data network takes some careful planning, but there are plenty of tools to help. Continue Reading
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Overcoming network functions virtualization implementation challenges
Carriers need network functions virtualization implementation prespecification, so they'll look to TM Forum and cloud management models for help. Continue Reading
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How to get involved in the OpenDaylight project
The OpenDaylight project offers developers chance to contribute to open source SDN and learn about guidelines that will emerge. Continue Reading