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Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)

Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) is a standard that lets network devices automatically find, communicate with and control each other.

By Gavin Wright • Aug. 2, 2023

Top 5 benefits of SASE to enhance network security

A cloud-based distributed architecture, centralized management and endpoint-specific security policies are just some of the benefits of Secure Access Service Edge.

By Terry Slattery • Aug. 1, 2023

Networking vs. telecom: What’s the difference?

Networking describes how devices interconnect to share resources with each other. Telecom, which includes networking, broadly refers to the exchange of data across long distances.

By Andrew Froehlich • July 28, 2023

Reasons to build and buy network automation tools

Most enterprises are building and buying network automation tools, and the reasons for both approaches are abundant. Find out why your organization might want to do the same.

By Deanna Darah • July 28, 2023

unique device identifier (UDID)

A unique device identifier (UDID) is a 24-character string assigned to Apple devices. Apple uses the UDID for software beta test enrollment and Find My activation status.

By Gavin Wright • July 25, 2023

An introduction to Git for network engineers

Git can be a useful tool for network engineers who manage complex infrastructure, especially as networking increasingly overlaps with software, automation and DevOps.

By Verlaine Muhungu • July 24, 2023

Automation, orchestration software fuel network modernization

In some ways, network modernization means cutting manual configuration errors and relying on automation and orchestration to achieve unified network management.

By Andrew Froehlich • July 24, 2023

An introduction to smartNICs and their benefits

SmartNICs offload packet processing tasks from server CPUs, freeing up resources for application performance. They can run packet capture and load balancing, among other tasks.

By Lee Doyle • July 14, 2023

IOTech Edge Connect frees data from factory floor devices

IOTech designed Edge Connect to collect data from operational technology and send it to IT systems that monitor and control devices in manufacturing and other industries.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 14, 2023

5 techniques to debug network issues in Linux and Windows

Debugging a network issue should start with basic troubleshooting. If that doesn't fix it, admins should check, verify and configure connections to the client, server and network.

By Damon Garn • July 14, 2023

Top 7 NFT use cases for business

NFT adoption remains in its infancy despite a wealth of potential applications. Knowing the most common business use cases can help in planning an NFT deployment strategy.

By Corinne Bernstein • July 13, 2023

Network engineer vs. software engineer: What’s the difference?

Despite potential overlaps in software skills, the roles of network engineers and software engineers vary in terms of skill sets, salaries, certifications and more.

By Michaela Goss • July 11, 2023

SmartNICs and the need for evolving network infrastructure

SmartNICs can meet the increasing demand for high performance, low latency and secure data transfer. But the implementation of smartNICs requires reliable network infrastructure.

By Venus Kohli • July 11, 2023

What are the elements of modern network security architecture?

Modern network security is a mix of several elements, including secure access service edge, virtualization technologies, segmentation and zero-trust models.

By Amy DeCarlo • July 10, 2023

Cisco’s vision for Networking Cloud becomes clear

Cisco is focused on simplifying, securing and delivering better experiences across networking, security, collaboration and apps in alignment with its vision to connect anything.

By Bob Laliberte • July 5, 2023

3 ways to troubleshoot using Wireshark and tcpdump

Protocol analyzer tools, such as Wireshark and tcpdump, can help network administrators identify protocols in the network, analyze network performance and discover network devices.

By Damon Garn • July 5, 2023

network fabric

'Network fabric' is a general term used to describe underlying data network infrastructure as a whole.

By Gavin Wright • July 5, 2023

Prosimo offers free multi-cloud connectivity

The new MCN Foundation can find and connect to public clouds and provide visibility. The company's full-stack product powers the limited free version.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 30, 2023

Cisco to add SamKnows broadband visibility to ThousandEyes

SamKnows data in ThousandEyes will let enterprises monitor the broadband connections of employees working from home. The information can help companies troubleshoot problems.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 29, 2023

Traditional networks vs. IoT networks: What’s the difference?

An enterprise network is a system of interconnected devices that share information, while IoT is a system of devices connected to the internet that provides key analytics.

By Andrew Froehlich • June 29, 2023

loose coupling

Loose coupling is an approach to interconnecting the components in a system, network or software application so that those components, also called elements, depend on each other to the least extent practicable.

By Paul Kirvan • June 28, 2023

10 edge computing quiz questions

Edge computing isn't new, but it has grown in popularity due to 5G and the influx of IoT devices. This quiz covers edge computing basics, such as pros, cons and differentiators.

By Michaela Goss • June 28, 2023

What’s shaping the future of wireless networking technology?

Cloud-managed Wi-Fi, radio spectrum expansion and the hybrid workplace are some of the converging developments that are modernizing wireless networks.

By Lee Badman • June 26, 2023

Cisco acquires Accedian for Network Assurance portfolio

Cisco expects Accedian to bolster its Network Assurance portfolio for service providers. The product line provides network troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and remediation.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 22, 2023

logical network

A logical network is a software-defined network topology or routing that is often different than the physical network.

By Gavin Wright • June 21, 2023