Network automation and intent-based networking

Intent-based networking, fueled by network automation, is ushering in a new era of programmable networks where enterprises can deliver services without requiring manual configuration. Read our network automation case studies and find out what you need to know about network management tools engineered to make provisioning and configuration easier than ever before.

June 11, 2021 11 Jun'21
Cisco DNA Center update tackles customer headaches

The latest DNA Center upgrade simplifies deploying the campus network controller and scaling the platform to handle more endpoints. Cisco plans to release it in mid-June.
May 27, 2021 27 May'21
Juniper ships first major Apstra release

Juniper said the latest update to its recently acquired Apstra network automation product sends a message to customers that the company is committed to multi-platform support.
December 17, 2020 17 Dec'20
Cloud recasts global data center switch market

Cloud providers and enterprise cloud makers have dramatically changed the global switch market, dampening traditional networking gear's importance in the modern data center.
December 09, 2020 09 Dec'20
Aruba launches orchestration software for CX fabric

The Aruba Fabric Composer is best suited for a CX switching fabric within a small and midsize data center. The company also introduced the 8360 series of CX hardware.

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network automation

Network automation is a methodology in which software automatically configures, provisions, manages and tests network devices. Continue Reading
autonomous system (AS)

An autonomous system (AS) in networking is a collection of one or more associated Internet Protocol (IP) prefixes with a clearly defined routing policy that governs how the AS exchanges routing information with other autonomous systems. Continue Reading
Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)

Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) is a Layer 2 network protocol used to prevent looping within a network topology. Continue Reading

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3 best practices for network observability

Research shows a correlation with NetOps success and network observability. Following best practices of network observability can facilitate this success. Continue Reading
6 trends in corporate campus networks

Networks are evolving, and that evolution includes enterprise campus networks. Trends like network automation, 5G and machine learning are modernizing campus networks. Continue Reading
Cloud-based network management leads 2021 network investments

A recent ESG survey shows that many enterprises speeding their digital transformation plans are also increasing 2021 network investment, emphasizing cloud-based network management. Continue Reading

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Automate network validation for smoother changes

Teams can verify network state before and after network changes to ensure smooth deployment of the changes. Automating those pre- and post-change checks can reduce errors and outages. Continue Reading
AIOps network management requires vendor-buyer teamwork

Before buying AIOps tools, network managers should work closely with vendors to ensure they collect the correct network data and use relevant algorithms. Continue Reading
How to use ChatOps to automate network tasks

Integrating team collaboration chat systems with network automation results in the ability to automate tedious workflows, enabling faster problem resolution and streamlined operations. Continue Reading

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3 types of configuration tools for network change management

From openly available scripting tools to vendor-supplied services, network change management and configuration tools generally fit into three main categories. Continue Reading
What's automation's role in network provisioning resources?

IT is embracing network automation, but complications with integration disrupt the process. Using automation for provisioning resources can improve efficiency, but reduce the need for IT personnel. Continue Reading
IBN: Enablement for a configuration management process?

How realistic are claims about intent-based networking helping organizations to enhance the network configuration management process? Continue Reading