Network infrastructure

Network hardware and physical appliances, such as routers, switches, gateways, hubs and bridges, serve as the vital foundation of network infrastructure. Common network protocols and more emergent network software also play major roles in any architecture. While networking has shifted to software-centric principles, see how traditional network infrastructure keeps pace.

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Opinion 19 May 2025
How AIOps enables next-generation networking

As networks grow more complex, management becomes more difficult. AIOps can help network administrators transition to and manage next-generation networks. Continue Reading
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- Kerry Doyle
Feature 15 May 2025
BGP routing: A configuration and troubleshooting tutorial

BGP is the internet's core routing protocol, enabling communication between ISPs and large networks. This guide covers its functionality, configuration and troubleshooting essentials. Continue Reading
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- Damon Garn, Cogspinner Coaction
- Ivan Pepelnjak

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