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Why Wi-Fi 7 is crucial for enterprise AI

Wi-Fi 7’s MLO, wider channels and improved MU-MIMO provide the speed and reliability AI systems need to train faster and generate insights more efficiently.

By Kerry Doyle • Jan. 23, 2026

How 5G and SD-WAN work together to empower enterprises

5G's performance advantages and improved integration with SD-WAN make the combination an increasingly powerful and affordable networking option for distributed enterprises.

By Ron Westfall • Jan. 20, 2026

Why SNMP remains relevant in enterprise network management

The Simple Network Management Protocol is almost 40 years old. Despite its age, it remains essential today, ensuring efficient and reliable network management.

By Damon Garn • Jan. 15, 2026

The role of DHCP reviews for business continuity

DHCP is vital for IP address allocation across networks, ensuring business continuity. Regular assessments mitigate risks, enhance resilience and prevent costly outages.

By Damon Garn • Jan. 15, 2026

The top networking trends shaping business in 2026

Networking is a key business enabler in 2026, driven by the need for greater efficiency, security and resilience. Top trends for the year include NaaS, AIOps, Wi-Fi 7 and more.

By Damon Garn • Jan. 13, 2026

8 network mapping tools to optimize IT infrastructure

Network mapping tools are specialized software applications designed to represent the structure and connectivity of a computer network visually, helping teams monitor performance.

By Kinza Yasar • Jan. 8, 2026

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.

By David Weldon • Jan. 7, 2026

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.

By David Weldon • Jan. 7, 2026

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.

By Jim Frey • Jan. 7, 2026

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.

By Irwin Lazar • Jan. 5, 2026

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.

By Lee Badman • Dec. 29, 2025

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.

By David Jacobs, Chris Partsenidis • Dec. 29, 2025

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.

By Michaela Goss • Dec. 22, 2025

What are the features and benefits of 5G technology?

Increased cellular speed, bandwidth and capacity at lower latencies have made wireless VR and AR practical for business use, enabling vertical industry apps and boosting IoT.

By Amy DeCarlo • Dec. 22, 2025

Wi-Fi 6 vs. 5G: What’s the difference?

Wi-Fi 6 and 5G both boost speed and performance, but differ in cost, coverage and use cases. Together, they provide flexible connectivity for modern enterprises.

By Michaela Goss • Dec. 19, 2025

Top 5G limitations and challenges for businesses

5G continues to expand to more areas, but reliance on older infrastructure, a new security model and variations in cost and performance mean businesses should choose carefully.

By Lee Badman • Dec. 18, 2025

Enterprise 5G: Guide to planning, architecture and benefits

An enterprise 5G deployment requires extensive planning. This guide helps you understand 5G use cases and deployment options as well as the latest advances in wireless technology.

By David Essex, Chuck Moozakis • Dec. 17, 2025

Three types of 5G technology explained for enterprise networks

5G spans low-, mid- and high-band spectrum plus NSA and SA deployments, each balancing speed, coverage, cost and complexity as enterprises evaluate use cases from IoT to low-latency networks.

By Michaela Goss • Dec. 16, 2025

5G NSA vs. SA: How do the deployment modes differ?

As 5G continues to mature, technology leaders must weigh NSA's lower cost and faster rollout against SA's latency, efficiency and long-term ROI to guide their network investment strategy.

By Deanna Darah • Dec. 12, 2025

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.

By Jim Frey • Dec. 12, 2025

Wireless security: Differences between WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3

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.

By Alissa Irei, Lee Badman, Jessica Scarpati • Dec. 10, 2025

Wi-Fi 6 range limitations and why they exist

Every Wi-Fi standard promises faster speeds and better performance. However, every standard also experiences the real-world limitations of enterprise networking.

By Lee Badman • Dec. 10, 2025

What are the pros and cons of 5G?

Enterprises that seek the benefits of 5G's speed, capacity and low latency must consider the costs, complexities and security issues of getting coverage where they need it.

By Chuck Moozakis • Dec. 9, 2025

The essential 5G glossary of key terms and phrases

5G offers enterprises new features and capabilities that promise to transform traditional networking.

By Kate Gerwig , Michaela Goss • Dec. 8, 2025

What is 5G New Radio (5G NR)?

5G New Radio, or 5G NR, is a globally accepted standard that delivers more responsive mobile experiences for a wide range of applications over fifth-generation wireless (5G) networks.

By Rahul Awati, Lee Badman, Alexander Gillis • Dec. 8, 2025