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4 key elements of successful IoT device onboarding

To streamline IoT device installation and setup, IT administrators should factor in data storage, automation and the correct IoT management software.

By Mary Shacklett • Dec. 6, 2022

iterative DNS query

An iterative DNS query is a request for a website name or URL.

By Rahul Awati • Dec. 2, 2022

telemetry

Telemetry is the automatic measurement and wireless transmission of data from remote sources.

By Nick Barney • Dec. 1, 2022

5 most valuable wireless network certifications

Wireless networking skills are in high demand. Having a top-notch wireless network certification can help networking newbies and pros stand out among job candidates.

By Ed Tittel, Mary Kyle Inks • Dec. 1, 2022

A history of wireless for business and a look forward

This history of enterprise wireless takes you from WLAN development inside the enterprise to cellular data services outside the walls to make wireless-first a possibility.

By John Burke • Dec. 1, 2022

Evaluate various SASE approaches for deployment

Enterprises must choose between single- or multivendor SASE approaches, as well as DIY or managed service options. Experts suggest considering use cases to simplify SASE deployment.

By Deanna Darah • Nov. 30, 2022

routing table

A routing table is a set of rules, often viewed in table format, that's used to determine where data packets traveling over an Internet Protocol (IP) network will be directed.

By Kinza Yasar • Nov. 30, 2022

Ciena acquires Benu and Tibit for PON, edge

Ciena acquires Benu for advanced subscriber management and Tibit for pluggable PON technology that connects to existing hardware. Acquisitions bring engineers during shortage.

By Mary Reines • Nov. 28, 2022

7 reasons why websites crash

There are several reasons a website can crash, including broken code, malicious attacks and hosting errors. Another big reason websites can go down is massive traffic.

By Amanda Hetler • Nov. 23, 2022

Warriors joins other NBA teams in building smart arenas

The Golden State Warriors installed 250 Wi-Fi 6E access points in Chase Center to deliver high-speed internet almost anywhere in the arena. Faster networks are a trend in the NBA.

By Mary Reines • Nov. 23, 2022

LEO satellite communications come to Earth

Apple, T-Mobile and others are kicking off early satellite communications projects. Direct satellite communications should become available on some new midband 5G phones in 2024.

By Dan Jones • Nov. 22, 2022

search string

A search string is the combination of text, numbers and sometimes special characters that a user enters into an application's search form to find specific types of information.

By Robert Sheldon • Nov. 21, 2022

Cisco lays off staff, cuts office space in $600M restructuring

Cisco's shake-up will affect about 4,000 workers as the company doubles down on security, enterprise networking and its platform strategy.

By Mary Reines • Nov. 19, 2022

Best practices for enterprise CBRS deployment

Enterprises can use CBRS spectrum to deploy private cellular networks that offer reliable and predictable coverage. Learn about installation, AP mounting and device compatibility.

By Jennifer English • Nov. 18, 2022

XSL (Extensible Stylesheet Language)

XSL (Extensible Stylesheet Language) is a family of standards that specifies how to define Extensible Markup Language (XML) document transformation and presentation.

By Robert Sheldon • Nov. 18, 2022

How to set up backup internet connections for home offices

Reliable connectivity and secure access are must-haves for employees working from home. Here are ideas to consider when designing backup internet connections for home offices.

By Andrew Froehlich • Nov. 18, 2022

3 types of wireless site surveys and how to conduct them

Network teams can avoid signal coverage issues by performing different wireless site surveys as they evaluate new spaces, set up sites and operate the network.

By David Jacobs • Nov. 16, 2022

The multi-cloud networking mandate

With most organizations using more than two public clouds, new multi-cloud networking strategies are essential to enable cross-cloud traffic and visibility across multiple clouds.

By Alex Arcilla, Bob Laliberte • Nov. 15, 2022

leaky bucket algorithm

The leaky bucket algorithm is a "traffic shaping" algorithm to reduce the load the transport layer places on the network layer and reduce congestion in the network.

By Rahul Awati • Nov. 10, 2022

search engine

A search engine is a coordinated set of programs that searches for and identifies items in a database that match specified criteria.

By Ben Lutkevich • Nov. 10, 2022

What is the difference between WLAN and Wi-Fi?

Although the terms WLAN and Wi-Fi are used interchangeably, the two wireless technologies differ. Wireless LAN uses radio technology to connect nodes, while Wi-Fi is a type of WLAN.

By Tessa Parmenter, Lee Badman • Nov. 10, 2022

IPv4 vs. IPv6: What’s the difference?

IPv4 and IPv6 are two forms of IP addresses, but they differ in length and style. Compare the two, and find out why organizations might implement one over the other.

By Andrew Froehlich • Nov. 9, 2022

CBRS (Citizens Broadband Radio Service)

Citizens Broadband Radio Service, or CBRS, is the set of operational rules given to a slice of the shared wireless spectrum and the technologies used in that spectrum.

By Lee Badman • Nov. 9, 2022

Wireless access point vs. router: What’s the difference?

The choice of a wireless access point vs. a router for wireless network connectivity depends on the physical size of the network, needs of the organization and the number of users.

By Alissa Irei , Lisa Phifer • Nov. 7, 2022

OSU medical center uses automation for digital transformation

Most people think automation will take jobs away. For OSU Wexner Medical Center, network automation helps improve security, simplify tasks for staff and save lives.

By Deanna Darah • Nov. 4, 2022