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Open source networking

• 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

• 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

• The benefits of open source networking for enterprise IT

  The benefits of open source are proved among large providers. But enterprises are less inclined to use open source networking, due to its limited functionality and support.  Continue Reading

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Free Range Routing ready to take root as viable option

  The Linux Foundation, Cumulus and others ramp up their support for Free Range Routing, as open source routing gains traction.  Continue Reading

• Open source network software matures, but needs incentives for use

  Open source network software is maturing, but the networking industry needs to create compelling economic incentives for large suppliers and buyers to contribute, as well.  Continue Reading

• How to build a network for Open vSwitch testing

  Setting up an Open vSwitch test network can be as simple as downloading code, deploying it on x86 servers and attaching storage disks. Here's how to get started.  Continue Reading

• 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

• 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

• Open source routers: Booting tips and operational benefits

  There are advantages to using an open source router, as Tom Lancaster points out in this tip. Here, he shares tips for distributing, configuring and booting.  Continue Reading

• Open source routers

  Why open source routers have not caught on.  Continue Reading