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Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
CIDR (Classless Inter-Domain Routing or supernetting)
CIDR (Classless Inter-Domain Routing or supernetting) is a method of assigning IP addresses that improves the efficiency of address distribution and replaces the previous system based on Class A, Class B and Class C networks.
By John Burke, Alexander Gillis • June 13, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
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 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Mass General Brigham tackles network upgrade, AI pilots
As Mass General Brigham updated its network and invested in other upgrades, the hospital ecosystem also developed a measured approach to AI implementation.
By Jennifer English • June 12, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Expert Advice
ARP vs. RARP: What’s the difference?
Network devices use ARP to map IP addresses to MAC addresses. RARP, which is less common, accomplishes the reverse and enables network devices to map MAC addresses to IP addresses.
By Damon Garn • June 10, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Expert Advice
Edge computing opportunities for telecom providers
Compatibility issues and the initial limited release of 5G have hindered edge computing adoption. But widescale 5G rollouts, advances in AI and new use cases could drive deployment.
By Amy DeCarlo • June 10, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP)
The Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) is an open and extendable part of the Internet Protocol Suite, commonly known as TCP/IP, used in the IEEE 802.1AB standard to advertise a device's identity and abilities to other connected devices within the same network.
By Rahul Awati • June 10, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Opinion
SASE operational pain points and how to fix them
SASE offers companies a compelling security strategy, but it takes time to ensure network teams have the visibility and management oversight they need.
By Shamus McGillicuddy • June 7, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
How an improved network experience enhances business
At Cisco Live 2024, leaders discussed how AI can support business objectives. Companies like CSL Behring and Room & Board improved their network experience with ThousandEyes.
By Deanna Darah • June 7, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Cisco makes Splunk the center of observability
Cisco is integrating Splunk, AppDynamics and ThousandEyes to create a critical differentiator in the observability market. Networking integration will come later.
By Antone Gonsalves • June 7, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Opinion
First thoughts from Cisco Live: Generative AI, Splunk and more
During its annual conference, Cisco shined up ThousandEyes, added Splunk integrations and shared details regarding its generative AI strategy.
By Jim Frey • June 6, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Cisco commits to GenAI with HyperFabric, $1B fund
Cisco partners with Nvidia on HyperFabric as customers try to understand how generative AI will help them manage their network infrastructure.
By Antone Gonsalves • June 5, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
The principles of subnetting
Subnet use cases and considerations for network performance
Network administrators create subnets to split networks and optimize performance. Other reasons for subnetting include traffic management, cloud optimization and security.
By Brien Posey • June 3, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
NBASE-T Ethernet
NBASE-T Ethernet is an IEEE standard and Ethernet-signaling technology that enables existing twisted-pair copper cabling to exceed the cable's specified limit of 1 gigabit per second (Gbps) for distances of up to 100 meters.
By Eamon Earls, Gavin Wright • June 3, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Opinion // Omdia Analysts' Perspectives
Lessons from deploying private 5G
Enterprises that have deployed private 5G cite both technical and business benefits, but they might not be what organizations expect. See how expectations compare with reality.
By Jim Frey • May 29, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
How to determine a network’s AI readiness
Experts discussed how organizations should be preparing for AI deployments within their networks. Determining AI readiness is leadership's first step toward AI integration.
By Nicole Viera • May 29, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Expert Advice
The benefits of network wargaming for enterprises
Wargaming isn't just for cybersecurity. Network wargaming gives network teams the skills they need to address non-cybersecurity events and emergencies.
By John Burke • May 28, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Latest AI network trends signal future of network automation
AI will revolutionize all aspects of network operations, from management to security. Experts discussed AI's potential and the challenges of readiness at ONUG Spring 2024.
By Deanna Darah • May 22, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
The benefits of AI in network operations
Sessions at ONUG Spring 2024 highlighted how AI will transform networking. Experts discussed how AI can help optimize, automate and secure networks, despite some skepticism.
By Deanna Darah • May 22, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Expert Advice
How to test changes in a network lab environment
Test labs are ideal for network engineers to observe potential outcomes of network changes. Successful tests require a solid lab environment and thorough testing process.
By John Burke • May 20, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Expert Advice
SD-WAN vs. load balancing: How are they different?
Load balancing is beneficial for network traffic distribution. SD-WAN can use load balancing for WAN connections, but it doesn't require load balancing to reap other benefits.
By Andrew Froehlich, John Fruehe • May 13, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Expert Advice // A guide to IP addresses and subnetting
How to use IPv6 in enterprise networks
The transition to IPv6 is a learning curve. Here's what to understand about IPv6, including benefits, troubleshooting techniques and best practices for secure integration.
By Damon Garn • May 13, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
SD-WAN security
SD-WAN security refers to the practices, protocols and technologies protecting data and resources transmitted across software-defined wide area network infrastructure.
By Andy Patrizio • May 10, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Build a resilient network: What I learned from 5 thought leaders
At the 2024 'Strategies for a Resilient Network' summit, five thought leaders shared best practices to help you achieve optimal network resiliency. Learn more.
By Natasha Carter • May 9, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Expert Advice
How to approach IT/OT convergence training and certification
IT/OT convergence training involves rethinking existing processes and acquiring new skills to bridge the knowledge gap in areas like business process engineering and project management.
By Mary Shacklett • May 7, 2024 -
Brand Experience Team/TechTarget
Expert Advice
Operational technology vs. information technology explained
OT and IT have long lumbered on independently, but technical developments -- particularly IoT -- are compelling the convergence of these two disparate disciplines.
By Rich Castagna • May 6, 2024
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