Telecommunication networking
Learn about traditional and emerging telecommunications networking technology, including core, access and metro network infrastructure for global, national and regional wired and wireless service provider networks. Beyond network infrastructure, find expert advice on telecom business issues and network operations.
New & Notable
Free SD-WAN Infographic: Cisco vs. FatPipe vs. 11 More
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.
Telecommunication networking News
-
December 30, 2019
30
Dec'19
Cisco 2020: Challenges, prospects shape the new year
Cisco 2020: The networking giant begins the new year with an overhauled service provider business, and SD-WAN and customer challenges in the enterprise.
-
December 12, 2019
12
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.
-
December 04, 2019
04
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.
-
November 14, 2019
14
Nov'19
Cisco earnings foreshadow slowdown in tech spending
The latest Cisco earnings report indicated a weakening in business confidence as economic uncertainties lowered tech spending by enterprises and other segments.
Telecommunication networking Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
-
Asynchronous
In general, asynchronous -- pronounced ay-SIHN-kro-nuhs, from Greek asyn-, meaning "not with," and chronos, meaning "time" -- is an adjective describing objects or events that are not coordinated in time. Continue Reading
-
What's the difference between half-duplex and full-duplex?
A half-duplex transmission could be considered a one-way street between sender and receiver. Full-duplex, on the other hand, enables two-way traffic at the same time. Continue Reading
-
An overview of how BGP works
Border Gateway Protocol makes the internet work, but how does BGP work? This animated video explains the basics of BGP and discusses its role in the internet. Continue Reading
Evaluate Telecommunication networking Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
-
Food manufacturer finds success with SD-WAN vendor CloudGenix
Disappointed in a managed service from Verizon, food manufacturer Diamond Crystal Brands went looking for an SD-WAN vendor that could deliver. It found it in CloudGenix. Continue Reading
-
It's not Wi-Fi 6 vs. 5G -- it's Wi-Fi 6 and 5G
Wi-Fi 6 and 5G have similarities and differences. Enterprises want to know how the two can work together. Vendors, for their part, will need an integration strategy. Continue Reading
-
What are SFP ports on a Gigabit switch and what are they used for?
SFP ports enable Gigabit switches to connect to a wide variety of fiber and Ethernet cables in order to extend switching functionality throughout the network. Continue Reading
Manage Telecommunication networking
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
-
Educate users when troubleshooting a network connection
In this roundup of industry blogs, engineers discuss why it's helpful to teach users the basics of troubleshooting a network connection and why it's hard to simulate a network. Continue Reading
-
Telecom trends 2019: Time for operator 5G and IoT decisions
Telecom trends in 2019 dictate that network operators have tough choices to make to compete with OTT players, increase revenue in terms of 5G and IoT, and consider the software-based fast-fail model. Continue Reading
-
Three-step network strategy sells big changes as more doable
A three-pronged network strategy takes an evolutionary approach to selling revolutionary technology changes internally, with a bigger chance of success. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Telecommunication networking Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
-
5G indoor coverage poses problems for office buildings and operators
The millimeter waves of 5G have trouble penetrating walls and other structures, which presents significant challenges for carriers as they plan 5G indoor coverage. Continue Reading
-
VWAN threatens traditional three-tiered WAN design
With vWAN providers changing the traditional three-legged WAN structure, carriers need to develop new WAN plans and services using SDN and NFV to keep enterprises on their networks. Continue Reading
-
How important is IPv6 readiness to the cloud?
When it comes to cloud infrastructure, should providers include IPv6 readiness when designing their infrastructure strategies? Is OpenStack needed for an IPv6 deployment? Expert Ciprian Popoviciu explains. Continue Reading