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5G NSA vs. SA: How do the deployment modes differ?
Non-standalone 5G uses a combination of existing 4G LTE architecture with a 5G RAN. Standalone 5G, on the other hand, uses a 5G RAN and a cloud-native 5G core.
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MAC address vs. IP address: What's the difference?
A MAC address and an IP address each identify network devices, but they do the jobs at different levels. Explore the differences between the two and learn why both are necessary.
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Broadband equity initiatives bridge digital divide in K-12
Federally funded broadband programs support infrastructure upgrades to underserved communities, which address the digital divide in K-12 education.
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How network data models work with automation
Network data models can help network engineers with their automation strategies, thanks to the essential data they store about physical components, security and QoS.
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Cloud networking sustainability strategies yield benefits
As enterprises seek ways to reduce their environmental footprints, one popular way is to migrate on-premises networking infrastructure to third-party CSPs.
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5G NSA vs. SA: How do the deployment modes differ?
Non-standalone 5G uses a combination of existing 4G LTE architecture with a 5G RAN. Standalone 5G, on the other hand, uses a 5G RAN and a cloud-native 5G core.
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MAC address vs. IP address: What's the difference?
A MAC address and an IP address each identify network devices, but they do the jobs at different levels. Explore the differences between the two and learn why both are necessary.
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How network data models work with automation
Network data models can help network engineers with their automation strategies, thanks to the essential data they store about physical components, security and QoS.
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CASB vs. SASE: What's the difference?
CASB and SASE enhance network and SaaS application security. CASB acts as a security layer for cloud services, while SASE integrates networking and security into one framework.
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Subnet use cases and considerations for network performance
Network administrators create subnets to split networks and optimize performance. Other reasons for subnetting include traffic management, cloud optimization and security.
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MAC address vs. IP address: What's the difference?
A MAC address and an IP address each identify network devices, but they do the jobs at different levels. Explore the differences between the two and learn why both are necessary.
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Broadband equity initiatives bridge digital divide in K-12
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The complete secure access service edge (SASE) guide
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SASE operational pain points and how to fix them
SASE offers companies a compelling security strategy, but it takes time to ensure network teams have the visibility and management oversight they need.
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Network automation success begins with a source of truth
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The role of generative AI in networking
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Common network licensing challenges
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Cloud networking sustainability strategies yield benefits
As enterprises seek ways to reduce their environmental footprints, one popular way is to migrate on-premises networking infrastructure to third-party CSPs.
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A work-from-home reimbursement policy for network tech
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Networking Basics
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5G NSA vs. SA: How do the deployment modes differ?
Non-standalone 5G uses a combination of existing 4G LTE architecture with a 5G RAN. Standalone 5G, on the other hand, uses a 5G RAN and a cloud-native 5G core.
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MAC address vs. IP address: What's the difference?
A MAC address and an IP address each identify network devices, but they do the jobs at different levels. Explore the differences between the two and learn why both are necessary.
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What is wavelength?
Wavelength is the distance between identical points, or adjacent crests, in the adjacent cycles of a waveform signal propagated in space or along a wire.
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Recap: Enterprise Strategy Group Thoughts on Cisco Live 2024
Analysts Jim Frey and Jon Brown from Enterprise Strategy Group talk about their takeaways from the Cisco Live 2024 conference in Las Vegas.
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Cisco makes Splunk the center of observability
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Cisco commits to GenAI with HyperFabric, $1B fund
Cisco partners with Nvidia on HyperFabric as customers try to understand how generative AI will help them manage their network infrastructure.
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