WAN technologies and services
Wide area network connections allow companies to access and share corporate resources among distributed sites. Discover more about available WAN technologies and services and how organizations can use them to aptly meet business requirements. Learn about factors such as the number of company sites, location, security and bandwidth needs when assessing WAN requirements.
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WAN technologies and services News
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October 11, 2019
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Oct'19
Enterprises choosing SD-WAN routing over edge routers
Revenue from SD-WAN sales surged by 23% in the second quarter as enterprises opted to replace traditional edge routers with SD-WAN routing.
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September 26, 2019
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Sep'19
Aryaka hybrid WAN expected to broaden market appeal
The Aryaka hybrid WAN is expected to help the vendor sell more to customers that have found its global SD-WAN too expensive for connecting sites in one geographical location.
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July 30, 2019
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Jul'19
Cisco partners get digital marketing support
A Cisco marketing program is getting a new look as the vendor refreshes its partner marketing training and rolls out a new comarketing service focused on digital campaigns.
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July 26, 2019
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Jul'19
IDC: SD-WAN market spend to top $5B in 2023
The latest IDC SD-WAN market report shows the amount companies spend annually on infrastructure will more than triple from 2018 to 2023, when it will reach $5.25 billion.
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SD-WAN (software-defined WAN)
Software-defined WAN (SD-WAN) is a technology to distribute network traffic across wide area networks (WAN) that uses software-defined networking (SDN) concepts to automatically determine the most effective way to route traffic to and from branch ... Continue Reading
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WAN (Wide Area Network)
A wide area network (WAN) is a geographically distributed telecommunications network that interconnects multiple local area networks (LANs). Continue Reading
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How does SD-WAN analytics monitor network performance?
With SD-WAN analytics, administrators can fine-tune their WAN connections and determine how well their network is performing. Continue Reading
Evaluate WAN technologies and services Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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The pros and cons of SD-WAN vs. MPLS
This video discusses the differences between SD-WAN and MPLS and explains why a hybrid WAN architecture -- that uses both technologies -- might be the best fit. Continue Reading
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SD-WAN vs. VPN: How do they compare?
When it comes to comparing SD-WAN vs. VPN services, enterprises choosing between the technologies should consider factors like cost, cloud usage and application awareness. Continue Reading
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Gartner Hype Cycle deems software-defined networking obsolete
A Gartner report on enterprise networking has declared the definition of SDN and its architectural approach as deceased. Cause of death? Well, the hype didn't help. Continue Reading
Manage WAN technologies and services
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Better security through software-defined perimeter know-how
Network attacks keep changing, which means your strategy for protecting the network must too. Learn one advancement that's replacing traditional network architectures. Continue Reading
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Achieve network perimeter security through deep segmentation
Firewall effectiveness is in deep decline, but there's still a way to create an effective security perimeter through the practice of deep segmentation. Learn how. Continue Reading
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What to expect with SD-WAN management, intent and usability
Users can expect advancements in SD-WAN intent, usability and management, as vendors seek to improve their developer ecosystems, integration and multi-tenancy capabilities. Continue Reading
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How SD-WAN security can boost your network security strategy
Many organizations say security is a top priority for their business, but most lack the necessary resources to thoroughly secure their networks and cloud services. SD-WAN could help. Continue Reading
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Don't forget SD-WAN during your next network infrastructure upgrade
SD-WAN can be a natural progression for enterprises facing a network infrastructure upgrade. But a refresh with SD-WAN deployment requires more than a 'hope for the best' attitude. Continue Reading
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How types of noise in data communication systems affect the network
Learn about the different types of noise in data communication -- including thermal, intermodulation, cross-talk, impulse and shot noise -- and how they can affect your network. Continue Reading