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Juniper ships first major Apstra release

Juniper said the latest update to its recently acquired Apstra network automation product sends a message to customers that the company is committed to multi-platform support.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 27, 2021

propagation delay

Propagation delay is the amount of time required for a signal to be received after it has been sent; it is caused by the time it takes for the signal to travel through a medium.

By Gavin Wright • May 27, 2021

The migration to enterprise network as a service

Enterprise network as a service is becoming a popular consumption model for networking functions. But, as with any emerging technology, it's important to weigh the options carefully.

By Lee Doyle • May 26, 2021

Enterprise RF spectrum management best practices

Effective spectrum management requires coordination from company departments to follow certain policies before introducing wireless devices to the enterprise.

By Lee Badman • May 26, 2021

CCNA certification

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is a technical certification that Cisco offers for early-career networking professionals.

By Ben Lutkevich, Jessica Scarpati • May 24, 2021

6 trends in corporate campus networks

Networks are evolving, and that evolution includes enterprise campus networks. Trends like network automation, 5G and machine learning are modernizing campus networks.

By Terry Slattery • May 21, 2021

Cloud-based network management leads 2021 network investments

A recent ESG survey shows that many enterprises speeding their digital transformation plans are also increasing 2021 network investment, emphasizing cloud-based network management.

By Kate Gerwig • May 21, 2021

Demand for Cisco products rises during pandemic recovery

Cisco reported higher product demand and sales as massive COVID-19 vaccination efforts in the U.S. led companies to prepare for an economic recovery.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 20, 2021

VMware SDN enhances network service allocation automation

VMware's Modern Network framework helps spur NSX to be a viable contender in the SDN market.

By Paul Korzeniowski • May 18, 2021

An introduction to Go network programming

This chapter excerpt from 'Network Programming with Go' dives into logging and metrics, while also providing Go code examples and best practices.

By Jennifer English, No Starch Press • May 18, 2021

Best practices and strategies for logging in Go

Author Adam Woodbeck discusses how network teams can use the Go programming language for logging and metrics. One tip: Log prudently, and use metrics generously.

By Jennifer English • May 18, 2021

Learn how to configure NSX firewall rules

VMware NSX users can configure firewall rules into specific policies to protect individual VMs, regardless of their location in the virtual infrastructure.

By Rob Bastiaansen • May 18, 2021

How to secure your home Wi-Fi network in 7 steps

When securing your home Wi-Fi, update devices regularly, change passwords consistently, turn off unused services and inspect outdoor network equipment.

By Lee Badman • May 18, 2021

Cisco’s latest acquisition spree nabs three companies

Cisco's acquisitions, announced this week, would improve event hosting in Webex, boost network speeds for 5G, and enhance its security platform. Deal terms were not released.

By Mike Gleason • May 14, 2021

Cisco bolsters CSP portfolio with Sedona Systems acquisition

Cisco's acquisition of Sedona Systems is expected to add significant carrier technology for 5G slicing and routed optical networking.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 12, 2021

Top network IT investments include 5G, smartNICs, cloud

Market analysts showed interest in 5G and smartNICs during an ONUG conference panel on enterprise IT investments. And don't forget the seemingly inevitable mention of cloud.

By Jennifer English • May 12, 2021

Hybrid network vs. hybrid network infrastructure

Hybrid networks and hybrid network infrastructure blend different kinds of equipment, geographic locations, network ownership and technology disciplines.

By John Fruehe • May 11, 2021

Routed optical networking tactic could be game changer

A new routing architecture could help eliminate management and service headaches stemming from routing IP traffic on optical networks.

By David Jacobs • May 10, 2021

Develop 5G ecosystems for connectivity in the remote work era

Adopting a 5G ecosystem could enable enterprises to better compete in offering edge computing and remote work options without sacrificing connectivity.

By Nitesh Bansal • May 7, 2021

How to prepare networks for the return to office

Network teams should evaluate their UC strategies, VPN capacity and even air conditioning requirements as employees start to return to office environments.

By John Fruehe • May 7, 2021

Verizon media group sale brings cash for 5G network

Verizon's sale of the media group, which includes AOL and Yahoo, comes as it deals with a cash crunch and $129 billion in debt. Verizon competes with AT&T and T-Mobile.

By Mike Gleason • May 4, 2021

A glimpse into Python network automation and APIs

This chapter excerpt from 'Mastering Python Networking' dives into the importance of APIs and network state when working with Python network automation and intent-based networking.

By Jennifer English, Packt Publishing • April 30, 2021

Advice on intent-based networking and Python automation

In his book, 'Mastering Python Networking,' Eric Chou provides network practitioners with the concepts they need to understand APIs, intent-based networking and automation.

By Jennifer English • April 30, 2021

Common application layer protocols in IoT explained

IoT doesn't exist without connectivity, but those connections would not be possible without the right application layer protocols in IoT.

By Scott Robinson • April 30, 2021

radio access network (RAN)

A radio access network (RAN) is a major component of a wireless telecommunications system that connects individual devices to other parts of a network through a radio link.

By Dan Jones, Corinne Bernstein • April 28, 2021