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How network data models work with automation

Network data models can help network engineers with their automation strategies, thanks to the essential data they store about physical components, security and QoS.

By Verlaine Muhungu • July 15, 2024

CASB vs. SASE: What’s the difference?

CASB and SASE enhance network and SaaS application security. CASB acts as a security layer for cloud services, while SASE integrates networking and security into one framework.

By Evgeniy Kharam, Dmitry Raidman • July 11, 2024

A guide on how to learn network automation

Networks are always evolving, and network automation is the next step forward. From soft skills to AI, these skills are essential to understanding network automation.

By Terry Slattery • July 10, 2024

7 steps to set up a home network

This guide teaches networking newbies how to set up a home network, from understanding hardware components to managing network performance and security.

By John Fruehe • July 10, 2024

How AI can improve telecom RAN operations and analytics

Telecom operators can harness AI to improve their RAN operational efficiency and analytics, which enables them to improve customer experience and network management.

By Ron Westfall • July 9, 2024

What is a Consensus Algorithm?

A consensus algorithm is a process in computer science used to achieve agreement on a single data value among distributed processes or systems.

By Rahul Awati • July 5, 2024

Differences between conversational AI and generative AI

While both AI types often work together, conversational AI enables natural interaction with machines, while generative AI creates new content such as text and images.

By Tommy Everson • July 3, 2024

OpenAI and Apple’s partnership, explained

Apple and OpenAI have partnered to bring ChatGPT to Apple devices via Apple's generative AI program, Apple Intelligence, uniting two major forces in the tech industry.

By Sean Kerner • July 3, 2024

An explanation of CLI, GUI and NUI

A natural user interface uses human gestures, spoken words or biometrics for interaction, reducing reliance on typing and programming. This video will compare NUIs to CLI and GUI.

By Ben Lutkevich • July 2, 2024

Cloud networking sustainability strategies yield benefits

As enterprises seek ways to reduce their environmental footprints, one popular way is to migrate on-premises networking infrastructure to third-party CSPs.

By Paul Kirvan • July 2, 2024

The complete secure access service edge (SASE) guide

SASE helps organizations manage and secure traffic across locations. But is it the best choice for your environment? Use this guide to learn about SASE architecture and providers.

By Jennifer English • July 2, 2024

A timeline and history of blockchain technology

Riding the back of volatile cryptocurrencies, blockchain's trek has been raucous since 2009, but the technology's roots are much deeper and applications much richer than Bitcoin.

By Robert Sheldon, Ron Karjian • July 1, 2024

Compare 5 single-vendor SASE providers

SASE has broad enterprise appeal because it combines security and connectivity. With so many vendor options available, enterprises might need help narrowing the search.

By Amy DeCarlo • July 1, 2024

HPE Discover 2024: Aruba Networking moves to center stage

HPE has made enterprise networking a critical part of its portfolio, with updates around AI, Aruba's networking tools, and the upcoming acquisition of Juniper.

By Jim Frey • July 1, 2024

Common types of networking devices explained

This introduction explores eight network devices that are commonly used within enterprise network infrastructures, including access points, routers and switches.

By Jennifer English • June 26, 2024

An explanation of rich communication services

In this video, TechTarget editor Tommy Everson talks about rich communication services.

By Tommy Everson • June 26, 2024

Wireshark vs. tcpdump: What’s the difference?

Wireshark and tcpdump both aid network administrators in packet analysis. Wireshark's simple GUI contrasts with tcpdump's speed and scripting abilities, which enhances management.

By Damon Garn • June 26, 2024

A work-from-home reimbursement policy for network tech

Organizations should create comprehensive work-from-home reimbursement plans that drive better network and internet connectivity rates rather than offset employee's existing bills.

By Paul Kirvan, John Fruehe • June 25, 2024

An explanation of ICT

ICT is an umbrella term for all digital interaction technologies that, when combined, help people and organizations interact in the digital world.

By Sabrina Polin, Natasha Carter • June 24, 2024

Strategies for simplifying network complexity

Experts at the Cisco Live 2024 conference discussed the future of AI in networks and how its use can help simplify network and data center operations.

By Nicole Viera • June 24, 2024

subnet (subnetwork)

A subnet, or subnetwork, is a segmented piece of a larger network. More specifically, subnets are a logical partition of an IP network broken into multiple, smaller network segments.

By Terry Slattery, Gavin Wright, Kevin Ferguson • June 24, 2024

packet coalescing

Packet coalescing involves using a computer's network interface card (NIC) to reduce the number of generated receive interrupts the adapter issues.

By Robert Sheldon • June 20, 2024

An explanation of IoT

Every device connected to the internet has set systems to collect, send and act on data.

By Sabrina Polin • June 20, 2024

An explanation of TCP/IP

These fundamental protocols make transferring data easier by focusing on both communication and transportation through different mediums.

By Samantha Poutre • June 17, 2024

Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)

Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) is a standard protocol on the internet that ensures the reliable transmission of data between devices on a network.

By Kinza Yasar , Ben Lutkevich • June 13, 2024