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Advanced skills drive networking job market in 2026
Hiring for networking jobs will remain strong in 2026, but will favor niche skilled positions over lower-level or generalist roles. Learn in-demand skills for networking pros this year.
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U.S. 5G fixed wireless access market: What leaders need to know
FWA continues to grow globally, especially in the U.S. and India, as more companies learn its advantages for extending broadband to rural areas.
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6 networking resolutions for 2026
As 2026 begins, leaders must rethink enterprise networking to meet AI and ROI demands. Focus areas include AI-ready infrastructure, automation, and network and security alignment.
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5G and AR/VR: Industry use cases and impacts, explained
Many industries will reap major benefits from integrating augmented and virtual reality technology with 5G. But beware of limitations in 5G coverage and mobile device capabilities.
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AWS re:Invent 2025 signals a shift in multi-cloud networking
AWS re:Invent 2025 introduced Interconnect - multicloud, a platform aimed at simplifying multi-cloud and hybrid networking and enabling secure, high-speed connectivity.
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U.S. 5G fixed wireless access market: What leaders need to know
FWA continues to grow globally, especially in the U.S. and India, as more companies learn its advantages for extending broadband to rural areas.
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What are the different types of network cables?
The main types of network cables are coax, fiber optics, and shielded and unshielded twisted pair. As enterprises deploy new technologies, it's critical to select the right cables.
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20 systemctl commands for system and service management
Linux administrators are overseeing more systems than ever. Managing system and service settings can be a challenge, but the systemctl command can make those tasks easier.
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WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA3: What's the difference?
As wireless networks have evolved, so have the protocols for securing them. Get an overview of WLAN security standards, and learn the differences among WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA3.
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A look at low Earth orbit use cases
LEO offers an alternative to traditional connectivity, especially in remote or underserved areas. While it has some limitations, it's quickly becoming an option in enterprise WAN.
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Verizon Private 5G Edge - Enterprise Intelligence
Verizon is leading the development of secure cloud computing power at the edge of the network. Hosting applications at the network edge helps improve response times and performance – enabling the faster collection, processing and analysis of data for better business outcomes, and true Enterprise Intelligence.
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Data Management
Intel and Microsoft: Intelligent Edge to Cloud Solutions
Microsoft and Intel build on long-standing co-engineering efforts to enable differentiated services within Azure. By combining innovative software and services with cutting-edge hardware, the Intel and Microsoft partnership delivers state-of-the-art-edge to cloud solutions for Industrial IoT and computer vision edge AI, SAP on Azure, high-performance computing (HPC), confidential computing, hybrid cloud, Microsoft SQL Server, AI, analytics, and more.
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Advanced skills drive networking job market in 2026
Hiring for networking jobs will remain strong in 2026, but will favor niche skilled positions over lower-level or generalist roles. Learn in-demand skills for networking pros this year.
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U.S. 5G fixed wireless access market: What leaders need to know
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6 networking resolutions for 2026
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5G and AR/VR: Industry use cases and impacts, explained
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5G for public safety: Improved networks for first responders
The drones, surveillance systems and monitoring devices favored by public safety agencies aren't feasible without 5G's high bandwidth and low latency, especially in remote areas.
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5G driving IoT innovation: Key use cases and applications
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Enterprise WLAN & Wi-Fi upgrades: What leaders should know
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NYU's cost-effective open source network powers research
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5G-Advanced features: Pervasive AI, broader reach, precision
The interim standard brings a boatload of major improvements to 5G on the way to 6G's planned release in 2030. Learn what they do, their benefits and use cases, and what's next.
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Private 5G for utilities: Benefits, use cases and deployment
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20 systemctl commands for system and service management
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5G and AI: What enterprises need to know
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Networking Basics
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Licensed vs. unlicensed spectrum: Key differences
Licensed spectrum is reliable and has better performance than unlicensed, which is low cost, easy to deploy and subject to interference. Lightly licensed spectrum offers a balance.
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What are the different types of network cables?
The main types of network cables are coax, fiber optics, and shielded and unshielded twisted pair. As enterprises deploy new technologies, it's critical to select the right cables.
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Macrocell vs. small cell vs. femtocell: A 5G introduction
Macrocells, small cells and femtocells each play distinct roles in 5G, balancing coverage, speed, cost and indoor connectivity across different deployment scenarios.
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HPE Discover Barcelona 2025 unveils AI networking advances
At HPE Discover Barcelona 2025, HPE shares its aim to create a generation of networks with self-driving capabilities, as well as new hardware to advance AI goals.
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Cloud and data center networking
Cisco Silicon One touts efficiency breakthrough with AI chip
Cisco claims its Silicon One P200 chip can replace larger, more power-hungry data center interconnects, as AI development pushes the limits of power grids.
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Cisco data center SVP on AI, cloud evolution and competition
The company's data center and internet infrastructure leader said Cisco's strategy aims to match explosive artificial intelligence innovation.
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