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Black network engineers juggle building networks, being seen

2020 didn't transform diversity and inclusion in companies, according to some Black network engineers. But diversity in their careers and networks goes beyond hiring practices.

By Michaela Goss • March 29, 2021

Perform a network health check with network testing

Network engineers can use myriad network testing approaches to ensure their networks are efficient and reliable. The key is incorporating them into a regular maintenance cycle.

By Teren Bryson • March 29, 2021

Why 5G will redefine WWAN and SD-WAN

The nexus of 5G, WWAN and SD-WAN promises to usher in an array of custom tools and services for enterprises.

By John Burke • March 25, 2021

Pandemic pushes enterprise connectivity to take a new path

COVID-19 delivered a connectivity shock to businesses. But savvy network execs were primed -- and are now showing the way forward in 2021 with SD-WAN, 5G and Wi-Fi 6.

By Stan Gibson • March 23, 2021

Key tasks in a network maintenance checklist

Network technologies and devices might change over time, but certain maintenance tasks, such as data backup and device inventory, will always be essential for network teams.

By David Jacobs • March 22, 2021

What to expect at Cisco Live 2021: Future of work, networks

At Cisco Live 2021, attendees will hear about the future of work and what that means for the future of networks and network technologies, like SASE, 5G and cloud networks.

By Michaela Goss • March 19, 2021

Cisco’s future banks on security, service providers, 5G

A big part of Cisco's future strategy will be enhancing its global presence and service provider customer base. For networking, it still pursues software and subscription models.

By Jennifer English • March 19, 2021

3GPP (3rd Generation Partnership Project)

The 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) is a collaborative project between a group of telecommunications associations with the initial goal of developing globally applicable specifications for third-generation (3G) mobile systems.

By Corinne Bernstein, Wesley Chai • March 17, 2021

Nokia to cut up to 10,000 jobs over two years

The job cuts stem from a major restructuring that formed four business groups, including two focused on emerging technologies like cloud-delivered network infrastructure.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 16, 2021

Nokia partners with largest cloud providers on 5G RAN

Nokia's RAN-related partnership with AWS, Microsoft and Google solidifies its strategy of delivering cloud-based 5G infrastructure to service providers and major enterprises.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 16, 2021

CDMA (Code-Division Multiple Access)

CDMA (Code-Division Multiple Access) refers to any of several protocols used in second-generation (2G) and third-generation (3G) wireless communications.

By Solomon Ndungu • March 12, 2021

News briefs: Koch Industries picks Alkira, Palo Alto

Koch industries combines Alkira networking and Palo Alto security for remote office connectivity; Cisco promotes three women on International Women's Day; AT&T, Fortinet partner.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 10, 2021

Test your knowledge of socket programming in Python

In this quiz, review the fundamentals of socket programming in Python, including port scanning, TCP and UDP, and how to enable different methods from the socket module.

By Michaela Goss, Packt Publishing • March 10, 2021

Explore this ultimate socket programming guide for beginners

In this socket programming guide preview, learn how sockets work, the role of socket programming in enterprise networks and the ins and outs of socket programming in Python.

By Michaela Goss, Packt Publishing • March 10, 2021

How to get started with socket programming for beginners

To understand socket programming for beginners, basic network and security concepts are critical -- and having Python skills won't hurt, either. Learn more in this expert Q&A.

By Michaela Goss • March 10, 2021

carrier network

A telecommunications carrier network is the collection of devices and underlying infrastructure used to transmit data from one location to another.

By Gavin Wright • March 9, 2021

Will enterprises adopt SONiC OS and disrupt proprietary WAN?

As a cloud-native modular architecture focused on network disaggregation, the SONiC OS can offer several benefits for enterprises, especially at the network edge.

By Guy Matthews • March 8, 2021

Enterprise edge is telecom operators’ new frontier

Network operators have an opportunity to sell new bundles of dynamic enterprise edge services that include SASE, SD-WAN and virtual security if they size it and price it well.

By Grant Lenahan • March 8, 2021

NOC performance metrics for optimal operation

NOC best practices include using standardized network designs and automation. But don't forget to identify performance metrics that help track and measure operational success.

By Terry Slattery • March 4, 2021

Cisco completes $4.5 billion Acacia deal

Cisco said it will sell and support Acacia's optical networking products separately. Cisco will also continue selling the technology with its switches and routers.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 3, 2021

orthogonal frequency-division multiplexing (OFDM)

Orthogonal frequency-division multiplexing (OFDM) is a method of data transmission where a single information stream is split among several closely spaced narrowband subchannel frequencies instead of a single wideband channel frequency.

By John Burke, Gavin Wright • March 1, 2021

5 steps to conduct network penetration testing

Enterprises that want to ensure competent network security strategies should look at how they can implement penetration testing, considering red teams and physical pen tests.

By John Cavanaugh • Feb. 26, 2021

5 benefits of Wi-Fi 6 for enterprise networks

In a perfect world, Wi-Fi 6 could introduce several benefits to business networks. But real-world conditions could curb the wireless technology's true potential.

By Lee Badman • Feb. 26, 2021

Get started with network penetration testing for beginners

Authentication, patching and configuration are among the most common vulnerabilities found through network penetration testing. Learn more in this free chapter excerpt.

By Michaela Goss, Manning Publications Co. • Feb. 25, 2021

Advice on how to learn network penetration testing skills

As beginners learn network penetration testing skills, they should remember these expert tips: Pay attention to what the client wants, and stick to offense, not defense.

By Michaela Goss • Feb. 25, 2021