Cloud and data center networking
Data center networks are responsible for traffic routing, switching, resource hosting and more. While on-premises data center networking remains essential, enterprises are also turning to cloud networking, which enables them to host services in cloud environments. Discover various strategies for data center network architecture, hybrid cloud and cloud networking services.
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Feature
23 Apr 2024
Why GenAI infrastructure optimization starts with the network
GenAI deployment requires optimized infrastructure. The networking aspects, such as workload placement and the type of deployment model, could determine GenAI performance. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Apr 2024
Building networks for AI workloads
Conventional and high-performance computing networks cannot adequately support AI workloads, so network engineers must build specialized networks to accommodate their massive size. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Feb 2018
Considerations for buying an application delivery controller
Before you buy an ADC device, learn which features you should look for and what questions you should ask prospective application delivery controller vendors. Continue Reading
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News
16 Feb 2018
Cisco revenue turns positive, as software, security sales up
Cisco revenue grew last quarter for the first time in more than two years, due, in part, to rising software sales. But analysts cautioned Cisco could still fall back into a slump. Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2018
Latest Juniper switches up throughput for cloud applications
The latest Juniper switches target companies that want a network infrastructure with the throughput and management software to run apps in the data center and public clouds. Continue Reading
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News
14 Feb 2018
Multi-cloud connectivity behind Citrix acquisition of Cedexis
Citrix's acquisition of Cedexis marks its entry into the business of connecting multiple cloud data centers. Citrix is expected to combine NetScaler with Cedexis technology. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Feb 2018
As 2018 IT budgets rise, network upgrades become priority
A new TechTarget survey reveals network upgrades in 2018 are an amalgam of legacy and emerging technologies, as Wi-Fi fever spikes and network automation efforts grow. Continue Reading
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News
09 Feb 2018
Cisco: Cloud computing workloads to skyrocket by 2021
By 2021, Cisco says, cloud computing workloads will make up the lion's share of data center traffic as enterprises expand security, IoT and other activities in the cloud. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Feb 2018
How to make machine learning systems work in the network
Machine learning systems in networks are gaining acceptance, but our expert cautions that humans and APIs are still needed to keep complexity at bay. Continue Reading
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News
08 Feb 2018
Gartner: Networking innovation in the cloud tops vendors
A Gartner report says enterprises waiting on vendors for networking innovation are missing out on the better technology coming from cloud providers. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jan 2018
Cryptomining, ransomware are top malware in 2017
Check Point issues new top malware research that finds cryptomining, mobile attacks and ransomware growth in second half of 2017. Continue Reading
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Answer
29 Jan 2018
How can cloud management apps organize data across clouds?
If you need to pull together different data sets, cloud management apps can track information workloads across multiple clouds and present the data in a simplified way. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jan 2018
Cisco HyperFlex system upgrade targets hybrid cloud
The Cisco HyperFlex system is now available with AppDynamics, CloudCenter and other software for managing hybrid cloud applications. The new all-in-one system scales to 64 nodes. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Jan 2018
Application delivery controllers evolve to meet new demands
ADC devices have evolved to deliver a wide range of functionality, including web application firewall, denial-of-service protection, SSL offload and scalable performance. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Jan 2018
Looking ahead to the biggest 2018 tech trends in networking
The year ahead will force IT professionals to break out of their comfort zones and embrace 2018 tech trends that are reshaping the enterprise networking field. Continue Reading
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News
26 Dec 2017
Recapping 2017's biggest trends in networking technology
In 2017 trends in networking technology, network management software got more intelligent, switches more versatile and vendor consolidation accelerated. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2017
Barefoot Tofino chip tapped for Deep Insight network monitor
Barefoot Networks has introduced packet-based monitoring software, called Deep Insight. The new product uses data processed on switches powered by the Barefoot Tofino chip. Continue Reading
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News
06 Oct 2017
Dell open networking gets more 25 GbE switches, SD-WAN appliances
An expanded Dell open networking portfolio includes a high-performing switch for connecting data centers and a 25 GbE model with a new OS for managing network fabrics. Continue Reading
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Opinion
02 Oct 2017
Users want hybrid cloud networking to be simple
As more services move to the cloud and become more mobile, if the network is invisible and performs well, IT pros are doing their jobs in users' eyes. Continue Reading
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News
15 Sep 2017
Huawei wants to grow public cloud market share
Bloggers explore Huawei's efforts to grow its public cloud market share, workload performance in containers and Cisco's new emphasis on LISP. Continue Reading
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News
08 Sep 2017
Switch used as container platform in software-based networking
Developers are building open technology on Linux to turn a top-of-rack white box switch into a services platform for software-based networking. Continue Reading
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News
24 Aug 2017
Trends in VMware business model anticipated for VMworld 2017
Analysts explore trends in the VMware business model, what makes an enterprise-class security vendor, and the costs of hardware and disaggregation. Continue Reading
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News
18 Aug 2017
Cisco revenues fall, likely to go lower
Top-line Cisco revenues fell in the July quarter, as the company's legacy switching business continued to weaken. Cisco could soon reach two straight years of revenue declines. Continue Reading
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News
11 Aug 2017
Big Switch-HPE partnership opens chances for enterprise SDN
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is partnering with SDN vendor Big Switch. The HPE partnership is expected to take advantage of Big Switch's limited success in the enterprise market. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Jul 2017
How to move to a network hybrid cloud architecture
Learn how to avoid network hybrid cloud architecture problems before a migration, and why uniformity and consistent performance are essential for success. Continue Reading
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News
14 Jul 2017
Microsoft Azure Stack has leg up on VMware Cloud on AWS
Microsoft's Azure Stack will likely be more successful in the hybrid cloud market than VMware Cloud on AWS, according to analysts. Both products are set to ship by September. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jun 2017
Cisco DNA Center headed for central enterprise network management
The new Cisco DNA Center policy software may become the central enterprise management console for data center and campus networks, integrating Cisco's APIC controller. Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2017
Console's cloud interconnect lets users link multiple providers
Console unveils a cloud interconnect service that offers a more secure and stable connection between multiple cloud providers. Continue Reading
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Opinion
15 May 2017
A10's Harmony brings app delivery services to a multicloud deployment
As use of cloud services explodes, A10 Networks is working to add application delivery services to the multicloud deployment process. Continue Reading
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News
05 May 2017
Cisco-Viptela deal first step of segment consolidation?
This week, bloggers look into the Cisco-Viptela acquisition, barriers to hybrid cloud adoption and improving cloud analytics for midmarket groups. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Mar 2017
Managing apps essential in realizing their business value
Apps have taken center stage, but in order to exploit their value, enterprises have to find a way of managing apps that works best for them. Continue Reading
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News
23 Feb 2017
Higher spending on public cloud service providers bad news for Cisco
Enterprise spending on public cloud service providers will increase almost 22% annually through 2020, depressing sales of data center switches from Cisco and other suppliers. Continue Reading
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News
17 Feb 2017
Arista Networks' revenue rises, while rival Cisco stumbles
Arista Networks' revenue rose more than 33% on strong sales of switches and routers. Arista released results a day after Cisco reported a decline in sales of networking gear. Continue Reading
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News
10 Feb 2017
Cisco joins Microsoft in providing Azure Stack services in UCS server
Cisco and Microsoft have worked together in delivering Azure Stack services through Cisco's UCS server. The new product ships in the third quarter. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Jan 2017
API growth forcing vendors to take notice or risk losing out
The API is fast becoming a must-have in modern networking. But API growth is forcing vendors to rethink how they want their devices to be configured and managed. Continue Reading
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News
15 Dec 2016
Cisco closing Intercloud Fabric in cloud strategy shift
Cisco is in the process of moving customers off the Intercloud Fabric as the company prepares to close the infrastructure-as-a-service offering. Continue Reading
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News
14 Dec 2016
AWS device cited as stepping stone to Amazon foray into HCI
This week, bloggers assess what Amazon's Snowball Edge really means when it comes to HCI, as well as discuss some of the new features of Arista's new leaf and spine switch. Continue Reading
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News
08 Dec 2016
County government redesigns data center around Cisco ACI fabric
Durham County, N.C., had a traditional data center. But it also had forward-thinking employees looking at Cisco ACI fabric to lay the groundwork for tech innovation. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2016
Arista, Brocade intro better spine, leaf switches for the data center
Arista and Brocade have introduced spine and leaf switches. Arista has focused on performance; Brocade has added network automation and visibility. Continue Reading
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News
16 Nov 2016
F5 pushing application delivery platform to the Equinix hybrid cloud
Data center provider Equinix has agreed to provide customers with the option of using the F5 application delivery platform in hybrid cloud environments. Continue Reading
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News
11 Nov 2016
Facebook's new switching platform completes 100 Gb data center pod
Facebook has completed its open source 100 Gb data center pod. The technology for hyperscale data centers includes a second-generation modular switching platform called Backpack. Continue Reading
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10 Nov 2016
Juniper launches hybrid cloud network services on Amazon
Juniper Networks is offering its MX router and SRX firewall on the Amazon cloud. Hybrid cloud network services are available on the Amazon Marketplace. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Nov 2016
Four top products leading the way in multicloud management
In this multicloud review, see the top multicloud management products. How do they approach different cloud environments, and what separates them from each other? Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Nov 2016
Networked cloud emerges to meet evolving infrastructure needs
Some enterprise network managers are beginning to move networking out to the cloud, as they sort out how to best meet their organizations' evolving infrastructure needs. Continue Reading
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News
20 Oct 2016
Facebook Wedge switch still a curiosity in the enterprise
The latest version of the Facebook Wedge switch raises the hardware's throughput to 100 Gbps. But the networking gear remains a non-enterprise technology. Continue Reading
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News
19 Oct 2016
VMware hybrid cloud announcement gets reality check
Analysts examine how the VMware hybrid cloud announcement pits the vendor against OpenStack and Azure, and they discuss must-have features in an automation RFP. Continue Reading
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News
04 Oct 2016
CloudPhysics details virtual machine cost in the cloud
This week, bloggers look into virtual machine cost in the cloud, incident response automation and untangling Mac OS X PPTP connections. Continue Reading
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News
26 Sep 2016
Data-center-to-cloud, direct-connection platform wins innovation award
The Console networking platform bypasses the public internet to offer subscribers on-demand, one-to-one connections with cloud providers and other partners. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2016
New Cisco professional services aimed at hybrid clouds
The latest Cisco professional services are aimed at helping companies build and manage hybrid clouds. The offering reflects a shift in Cisco's cloud strategy. Continue Reading
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News
08 Sep 2016
The new Dell talks up cloud, convergence, but networking plans vague
The new Dell Technologies is bullish on hybrid cloud, convergence and cloud-native applications for enterprises, but Dell networking plans weren't in the spotlight. Continue Reading
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News
07 Sep 2016
Network pricing may not matter very much to enterprises
This week, networking analysts discuss network pricing in enterprise decision making, Huawei's entry into the SD-WAN market and the message of VMworld 2016. Continue Reading
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News
02 Sep 2016
Enterprise public and private cloud workloads rise
ICYMI: Enterprise cloud workloads grow, Check Point tracks ransomware as a service and Cisco continues to dominate in the routing and switching market. Continue Reading
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News
01 Sep 2016
Cisco ContainerX buy a step toward readying ACI for the cloud
Cisco's acquisition of startup ContainerX provides the networking company with technology to help ready ACI for container orchestration in the cloud. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2016
Cisco DNA means goodbye to CLI?
This week, bloggers look at Cisco's shift from CLI, Savvius' packet capture appliance and cybersecurity as a vertical industry. Continue Reading
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News
27 Jul 2016
A10 buys Appcito to bolster cloud-based ADC services
A10 has acquired Appcito to improve its portfolio of ADC services for enterprises adopting cloud computing. Continue Reading
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News
14 Jul 2016
CEO Robbins wants more Cisco applications, cloud services
CEO Robbins said at the Live conference customers should expect a much higher percentage of future products to be delivered as Cisco applications or cloud services. Continue Reading
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21 Jun 2016
Pica8 open switching OS supports 25/50/100 GbE
Pica8 introduces open switching OS for 25/50/100 GbE. The use of higher throughput switching is growing in mega data centers. Continue Reading
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News
14 Jun 2016
Barefoot Networks debuts high-speed programmable chip for switches
Barefoot Networks emerges from stealth mode with a high-speed switch chip that makes packet processing programmable. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Jun 2016
WAN-cloud eXchange extends the private WAN to the cloud
Enterprises can reap cloud benefits while relieving concerns about security and reliability with a WAN-cloud eXchange, or WAN-CX. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jun 2016
Latest Lenovo networking offerings include NOS, Juniper switches
The latest Lenovo networking products reflect the vendor's shift to technologies outside of the shrinking PC market. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jun 2016
Avi software ADC gets Innovation Award
Avi Networks' software ADC brought new features and capabilities to the load balancing and application delivery market. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2016
Managed OpenStack services may have appeal over public cloud
Managed OpenStack services may appeal to enterprises wary of private cloud platform's complexity, but want to use its APIs and security, rather than public cloud. Continue Reading
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News
25 May 2016
Should IT be looking at a Cisco alternative?
This week, bloggers debate whether it would be better if the industry found a Cisco alternative and reveal what one survey indicated will be the top IT priorities in 2016. Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2016
New SteelCentral probes deeper into application behavior
Riverbed upgrades SteelCentral with support for public cloud, containers and Skype for Business. Continue Reading
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News
06 May 2016
Networks may appear to disappear in data center evolution
Data center evolution will drive the illusion that the network has disappeared, Google networking lead tells networking crowd at Interop 2016. Continue Reading
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Opinion
13 Apr 2016
Analyzing big data in the cloud to boost business
Google's GCP Next event highlights the growing trend of analyzing big data in the cloud to boost business. Continue Reading
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News
01 Apr 2016
Arista spine hardware aimed at largest data centers
Arista has introduced the 7500R series -- a suite of third-generation spine hardware that has a maximum capacity of 115 Tbps. Continue Reading
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News
23 Mar 2016
100 Gigabit switch sales soar
100 Gigabit Ethernet switch sales pace growth of market in '15, Comcast Business partners with AWS, and Nomadix deploys Deep Packet Inspection platform. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Mar 2016
Business is 'destroying' the application delivery process
Business has changed, and so must the application delivery process. It's time for IT to go from being provider of services to a broker between clouds and end users. Here's how. Continue Reading
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16 Mar 2016
AWS ushers in new era of cloud-native applications
This week, bloggers explore the arrival of cloud-native applications and platforms, as well as recap the 2016 RSA Conference and assess a new SD-WAN security offering that says no to MPLS. Continue Reading
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News
08 Mar 2016
Enterprise software agreements shape SaaS use
This week bloggers address enterprise software agreements and SaaS, the case of SD-WAN and HPE's expected entry into the hyper-converged infrastructure market. Continue Reading
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News
23 Feb 2016
Citrix, F5 tackle wireless data traffic with mobile ADC
Citrix and F5 Networks have each launched a mobile ADC that helps carriers manage growing wireless data traffic. Continue Reading
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22 Feb 2016
Arista: Demand for 25/50 Gigabit Ethernet switches to rise
Arista Networks expects sales of its new 25/50 Gigabit Ethernet switches to pick up this year after a slow start. Continue Reading
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17 Feb 2016
Avi launches ADC for containerized applications
Startup Avi Networks has built into its application delivery controller support for containerized applications found in public and private clouds. Continue Reading
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News
16 Feb 2016
VMware cloud management platform targets hybrid cloud
This week, bloggers touch on VMware's cloud management platform for legacy businesses, Arctic Wolf's security service that blends humans and software, and next-gen data centers. Continue Reading
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News
11 Feb 2016
Cisco earnings show slowdown in data center tech buying
Besides higher revenue and profits, Cisco earnings also showed that volatility in the global markets had caused tech buyers to reduce spending in the data center. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jan 2016
Juniper targets DCI technology market for growth
Juniper Networks sees sales growth in metro networks and the DCI technology market. Continue Reading
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News
16 Dec 2015
Data center forecast calls for DCI, containers
A data center forecast by 451 Research predicts demand for data center interconnect services to blossom. Continue Reading
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25 Nov 2015
Cisco launches open tech for containerized applications
Cisco has launched an open source project, called Contiv, to build technology that automates the use of security, storage and networking in cloud-based containerized applications. Continue Reading
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News
24 Nov 2015
Ericsson Cisco venture disruptive?
This week bloggers explore how the Ericsson Cisco venture may affect SDN and NFV, data center automation and Extreme Networks' Wave 2 APs. Continue Reading
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11 Nov 2015
Riverbed SteelCentral shines new light on application insight
Riverbed updates SteelCentral for more application insight; Broadcom expands switch analytics; Cisco adds to its security portfolio; and Akamai intros a WAN service to cloud providers Continue Reading
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News
03 Nov 2015
Juniper Cloud CPE to speed up LAN deployments
Juniper Networks has launched Juniper Cloud CPE, a software-based router designed to help service providers reduce the time to deliver LAN services to the enterprise. Continue Reading
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News
23 Oct 2015
Lagrange boosts CloudMaestro for Web traffic management
In this news roundup, Lagrange adds app support to CloudMaestro ADC; analysts assess converged infrastructure spending and FireEye, F5 team up. Continue Reading
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News
23 Oct 2015
Dell merger with EMC leaving customers cold?
In this week's blogs: The Dell merger with EMC is making some customers worried; a new packet capture appliance wins praise. Continue Reading
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News
22 Oct 2015
Changing needs of tech buyers rattle ADC market
A new breed of tech buyer is demanding application delivery controllers geared toward mobile and cloud development. Continue Reading
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Opinion
01 Oct 2015
There's more to switch software than SDN
Hardware is still a critical component in data center networking equipment, but the influence of switch software shouldn't be overlooked. Continue Reading
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News
17 Sep 2015
Arista 25 GbE switches feed hungry hyperscale data centers
Arista introduces a portfolio of 25/50/100 GbE switches to meet the increasing demand for more throughput in hyperscale data centers. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Sep 2015
Time to get your cloud network architecture ready
Enterprises need to ensure their cloud network architecture is ready for the future. Here are some concepts network managers should think about. Continue Reading
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News
02 Sep 2015
ICYMI: Ethernet market hits $5.8B mark in Q2
IDC says the Ethernet switch and router market remains healthy; retailers are ready to spend on IoT. Continue Reading
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News
01 Sep 2015
HP seeks NSX certification for FlexFabric switch
HP seeks NSX certification to sell the VMware network virtualization software with the FlexFabric switch. Continue Reading
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News
27 Aug 2015
HP open switches mark the latest challenge to Cisco
HP introduced two Altoline open switches that increase the company's portfolio of alternatives to Cisco's proprietary hardware. Continue Reading
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News
26 Aug 2015
Intel-Mirantis collaboration could ease OpenStack integration with networking
The Intel-led $100 million investment in Mirantis is expected to help ease the pain of OpenStack integration with corporate networks. Continue Reading
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News
06 Aug 2015
SN blogs: Cloud workspace approach can work if you plan correctly
An analyst debates the merits of cloud-assembled workflows; and a new security feature gets a thumbs-up. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2015
SN blogs: Google OpenStack support could have ulterior motives
Industry analysts speculate about Google's decision to back an OpenStack initiative and discuss the impacts of 'attacktivism.' Continue Reading
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News
27 Jul 2015
Cisco stops SSD hardware production for UCS servers
Cisco has dropped its Invicta all-flash product line, leaving customers to buy SSD hardware for its UCS servers from third parties. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2015
Cisco sheds set-top box business to develop cloud-based video delivery
Cisco is selling its set-top box and cable modem business as pay TV delivery shifts to cloud-based video. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Jun 2015
What are data center-class switches?
Choosing the right switch for your data center can be a difficult task. This article looks at how data center-class switches are evolving in the enterprise to offer flexibility and speed for new traffic flows. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Aug 2014
Umpqua Bank employs NSX, micro-segmentation for enterprise security
Umpqua Bank's Sam Guidice tells how the organization deployed VMware's NSX as part of its effort to utilize micro-segmentation for enterprise security. Continue Reading
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News
15 Jul 2014
Arista switch pioneers 100 GbE uplinks in top-of-rack
Arista announced top-of-rack 7280E with 100 GbE uplinks. It also released an optic that allows a migration from 10 to 40 GbE without a fiber upgrade. Continue Reading
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News
18 Apr 2012
Arista FPGA switch could revolutionize Layer 4-7 network services
With its embedded field-programmable gate array, Arista's new switch may resonate beyond the latency-phobic government and financial sectors and transform Layer 4-7 services. Continue Reading
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News
31 Mar 2011
Multihop FCoE highlights Cisco's data center network product blitz
Multihop FCoE highlighted a laundry list of new Cisco data center network products, inching the market closer to data center network convergence from the edge to the core. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
12 Mar 2010
Cloud computing network primer
Cloud computing network architecture is moving toward a flat, leaf-spine topology, enabling reduced latency and balancing bandwidth, providing any-to-any connectivity within and between servers. Learn more in this primer. Continue Reading