Tips

Tips

• The good, bad and the ugly of software-defined networking security

  Software-defined networking security has both good and bad potential. It can benefit route connectivity, but it also presents risk linked to improper SDN controller implementation.  Continue Reading

• How to leverage UDP port scanning as a security scanning tool

  UDP port scanning isn't as robust as TCP port scanning, but there are steps you can take to include the technique as a security scanning tool.  Continue Reading

• Network trends include new hardware role in a virtual era

  Network trends that enterprise IT pros must consider include rethinking the role of hardware in today's virtualized, software-defined services architecture.  Continue Reading

• The unified network management system is revived in move to cloud

  The single pane of glass, unified network management system is often thought to be a myth. But in the age of cloud computing, a viable framework is beginning to emerge.  Continue Reading

• Four steps to prepare for an SD-WAN deployment

  SD-WAN touts promising benefits. But if you're considering SD-WAN deployment, take time to prioritize remote sites, and crunch the numbers to make sure it's right for your company.  Continue Reading

• Telecom operators navigate three technology transformation options

  To reduce cost or increase revenue, operators have three telecom technology transformation options to increase service automation, using different amounts of new technologies.  Continue Reading

• Net neutrality explained: The idea is simple, but appearances deceive

  Net neutrality explained: The concept is back in play. And although its goals seem simple, reality is more complicated.  Continue Reading

• Software networking supports wide range of deployment use cases

  Software networking includes elements of SDN, NFV and network virtualization, which have taken the industry by storm; it also supports advances like 5G wireless and hybrid cloud.  Continue Reading

• Cloud security tips to consider when mulling external data centers

  The old security rules don't apply when moving workloads to the cloud. These cloud security tips will help you make the right decision.  Continue Reading

• Easier data center SDN deployments would enable private clouds

  Until building private cloud operations with data center SDN and a cloud manager gets simpler, most enterprises will stick with a virtualized data center and public cloud combo.  Continue Reading

• When you should consider leaf-spine network architecture

  One solution to the dilemma of dramatic shifts in data flows is for data centers to adopt a leaf-spine network architecture.  Continue Reading

• New telecom transformation goals require service automation

  Restarting a telecom transformation means putting business goals first and technology choices second, and making the service process more efficient through automation.  Continue Reading

• Exposing network APIs to enterprises opens new provider SDN options

  Service providers can increase network automation using SDN and NFV next-generation infrastructure for enterprise service options by exposing secure network APIs.  Continue Reading

• Why OSPF isn't your best option when using DMVPN Phase 3

  Cisco's DMVPN Phase 3 protocol offers many benefits, but make sure you evaluate options before using Open Shortest Path First.  Continue Reading

• Virtual wire network transport mission could increase SDN usage

  SDN's use as virtual wire to provide network transport could get the technology out of the data center to underlay SD-WAN better than Ethernet or IP and benefit optical networks.  Continue Reading