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non-fungible token (NFT)

A non-fungible token (NFT) is a unique cryptographic asset used to create and authenticate ownership of digital assets.

By Corinne Bernstein, Nick Barney • Sept. 21, 2023

remote infrastructure management

Remote infrastructure management, or RIM, is a comprehensive approach to handling and overseeing an organization's IT infrastructure, systems and services from a remote location.

By Jerald Murphy • Sept. 20, 2023

Cut through 5G hype with the latest insights

Network complexity has made 5G difficult for telecom providers to enable, which has delayed global development. These insights examine the status of 5G.

By Deanna Darah • Sept. 20, 2023

Elon Musk businesses at a glance

Elon Musk is an entrepreneur with his hands and investments in several businesses. He has helped shape several industries including AI and space travel with his leadership.

By Amanda Hetler • Sept. 19, 2023

Hybrid work drives changes to on-premises networks

Remote and hybrid work are forcing changes to on-premises networks, such as increased bandwidth, upgraded Wi-Fi connectivity and unified network access controls.

By Shamus McGillicuddy • Sept. 15, 2023

How enterprises can migrate from IPv4 to IPv6

Both IPv4 and IPv6 are suitable for enterprise networks, but organizations that want to switch over to the latest IP address format can follow a few methods to make the transition.

By Andrew Froehlich • Sept. 14, 2023

How to use NAPALM for efficient network management

NAPALM is a flexible Python library that can integrate with Ansible modules, support multivendor environments, and ease network management and automation strategies.

By Verlaine Muhungu • Sept. 14, 2023

NFTs vs. cryptocurrency: Key differences and how they work

With the surge in popularity of non-fungible tokens and cryptocurrency, it's important to know the similarities between the two assets and how they vary in uniqueness and use.

By Sean Kerner, Linda Rosencrance • Sept. 11, 2023

What are 5G’s killer applications?

5G's killer applications have yet to be fully realized -- or defined -- but some potentials include higher capacity, improved connectivity, private 5G and more.

By Lee Badman • Sept. 7, 2023

Empower intelligence at the edge with AI deployment

AI deployment at the edge has the potential to unleash powerful real-time analysis and processing. Use cases include industrial automation, remote monitoring and healthcare.

By Saqib Jang • Sept. 6, 2023

Use Angry IP Scanner to audit the network

Angry IP Scanner provides a network scanner alternative to Nmap that is simple, user-friendly and versatile across OSes. Scan types include ping scans, UDP scans and TCP scans.

By Damon Garn • Sept. 5, 2023

Are wireless networks more energy-efficient than wired LANs?

The quick, complicated answer is yes and no. Wireless can be more energy-efficient than wired, but businesses need to weigh several variables to reap energy savings.

By Lee Badman • Aug. 30, 2023

SD-WAN consumption to change as NaaS market matures

NaaS is a cloud model that could provide a compelling way for enterprises to consume SD-WAN and other network services. Despite its potential, though, growth projections are slow.

By Deanna Darah • Aug. 30, 2023

How to modernize networks with sustainability in mind

A network modernization project is a good time to consider sustainability initiatives, such as using energy-efficient devices and renewable energy sources.

By Paul Kirvan • Aug. 25, 2023

VMware revamps cloud software for edge management

VMware's new Edge Cloud Orchestrator, formerly VMware SASE Orchestrator, manages VMware's edge compute and SD-WAN systems. Carmaker Audi plans to use the product in its factories.

By Antone Gonsalves • Aug. 22, 2023

VMware remakes NSX for companies using multiple clouds

VMware designed NSX+ to simplify multi-cloud networking for customers. The update will eventually replace NSX and the more advanced NSX-T within VMware Cloud.

By Antone Gonsalves • Aug. 22, 2023

AI, automation promise bright future for network operations

A closed-loop system can help network operations teams build trust with AI and automation tools that identify network problems, send alerts and recommend repairs.

By Bob Laliberte, Mike Leone • Aug. 16, 2023

What’s the difference between Wi-Fi and the internet?

The internet connects users to the outside world. Wi-Fi connects devices within a business, which then connect to other network devices and out to the internet.

By Lee Badman • Aug. 16, 2023

How to use tcpdump to capture and analyze traffic

Network administrators use tcpdump to analyze traffic in Linux systems. Learn how to install and use tcpdump, as well as examine the results of captured traffic.

By Damon Garn • Aug. 16, 2023

5 trends for SD-WAN managed services

Enterprises interested in managed SD-WAN must evaluate essential considerations. Top trends include hybrid operations, vendor consolidation and AI-driven networking.

By Deanna Darah • Aug. 14, 2023

Cisco acquisitions target mostly ThousandEyes, Cloud Security

Cisco has made nine acquisitions this year, with all but two focused on improving internet monitor ThousandEyes as well as security manager and policy administrator Security Cloud.

By Antone Gonsalves • Aug. 14, 2023

An introduction to quantum networks and how they work

Quantum networks hold potential for faster and more secure communication. But true quantum networks are still experimental and require more engineering and scientific research.

By John Burke • Aug. 11, 2023

Types of Nmap scans and best practices

Nmap scanning helps network teams with network reconnaissance and vulnerability discovery. Common types of scans include TCP SYN, OS detection, vulnerability and version detection.

By Verlaine Muhungu • Aug. 9, 2023

SDI swaps Cisco wired, wireless LAN for Nile NaaS

Supply chain software maker SDI claims it cut LAN costs by a third with Nile. But Gartner says NaaS is unlikely to become a dominant option for on-premises networking.

By Antone Gonsalves • Aug. 7, 2023

Network modernization benefits and challenges

The benefits of network modernization include better visibility and automated configuration. The challenges include integration with existing tools and cost concerns.

By Andrew Froehlich • Aug. 3, 2023