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June 24, 2022 24 Jun'22
Linux Foundation to standardize, simplify the DPU ecosystem

The Linux Foundation's plans to standardize APIs and the software stack running on DPUs will help network operators manage network traffic more efficiently.
June 20, 2022 20 Jun'22
Cisco customers eager for Meraki's Catalyst management

IT professionals were excited to see cloud-based Meraki management for Catalyst switches but were less enthusiastic over the new Cisco Security Cloud.
June 14, 2022 14 Jun'22
Cisco launches cloud management of Catalyst, Nexus switches

The latest addition to the cloud-based Cisco Meraki console expands the company's subscription-based pricing for network monitoring and management software.
June 07, 2022 07 Jun'22
Extreme Networks integrates acquisitions with SD-WAN, switch

After five major acquisitions in six years, Extreme Networks is prioritizing a unified, cloud-managed environment with SD-WAN, switches and a digital twin.

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Cisco Live 2022 conference coverage, news and analysis

Cisco Live 2022, an in-person and online conference, highlights top networking trends. The five-day event also features keynote speeches and technical education sessions. Continue Reading
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What does a cloud network engineer do?

A cloud network engineer juggles a number of responsibilities -- from network design and troubleshooting to knowledge of specific cloud providers and platforms. Continue Reading

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Understand the rise in leaf-spine architecture

Leaf-spine networks can help cut costs, reduce carbon footprints and optimize network traffic for data centers. Learn why this network architecture is on the rise. Continue Reading
Cisco Live highlights network observability, the metaverse

The conference was teeming with topics, including network security, infrastructure transformation, cloud-based network management and open source tools. Continue Reading
Review the components of VMware SASE Platform

VMware SASE Platform provides many strong networking and security capabilities, but it comes in an offering that feels like many individual products packaged together. Continue Reading

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20 systemctl commands for system and service management

System and service management are vital to ensure customer satisfaction and service delivery. These systemctl commands can help ease those management tasks for admins. Continue Reading
2021 networking trends for a post-pandemic enterprise

In 2020, the pandemic threw the best-laid IT plans into chaos. As enterprises find their footing again, here are four network trends defining the second half of 2021. Continue Reading
How cloud-based network monitoring tools expand visibility

Organizations have become even more distributed and virtual in the wake of COVID-19. Cloud-based network monitoring is well suited to keep tabs on network performance. Continue Reading

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Network management tool sprawl plagues IT organizations

More network management tools often lead to manual errors and network trouble. Instead, consider tool integration and how existing tools can fix new problems. Continue Reading
7 tips for network pros navigating the global chip shortage

With a global chip shortage raging, lead times on switches, routers, firewalls and access points have ballooned. These seven strategies can help network pros weather the crisis. Continue Reading
How to work with Azure DNS zones

Microsoft's hosting service for DNS domains is an option for organizations with a heavy Azure investment that want the benefits associated with a cloud service. Continue Reading