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Dell EMC offering a VeloCloud SD-WAN Edge appliance

The new Dell EMC SD-WAN Edge product includes hardware and support, as well as VMware's VeloCloud software.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 2, 2019

Wi-Fi 6 and IoT could threaten the network

New advances in Wi-Fi technology -- like Wi-Fi 6 -- and IoT can create bottlenecks in legacy campus LANs due to increased throughput consumption and slower uplink speeds.

By Andrew Froehlich • May 2, 2019

Benefits of 5G to drive enterprise adoption regardless of provider

Key 5G expectations among business decision-makers include improved network speed and reliability, and most enterprises are willing to obtain 5G regardless of provider or price.

By Michaela Goss • May 1, 2019

Weighing the pros and cons of enterprise network subscriptions

A centralized repository of network licenses can help enterprises visualize their IT assets and manage their purchases. But higher costs and amortization issues lurk.

By John Fruehe • May 1, 2019

Wireless capacity more important than fast Wi-Fi 6 speed

Wi-Fi 6 speed may be getting all the attention, but the most compelling advantages of the new standard are techniques engineered to increase wireless capacity.

By Craig Mathias • May 1, 2019

New Cisco Wi-Fi 6 products include Catalyst switch, APs

Cisco has launched itself into the Wi-Fi 6 market with the release of the Catalyst 9600 core campus switch. Other new Cisco Wi-Fi 6 gear includes Catalyst access points.

By Antone Gonsalves • April 30, 2019

Assess needs before evaluating network analytics software

Learn how to evaluate your organization's current network to determine the most appropriate way to integrate network analytics software and what differentiates the different tools.

By Andrew Froehlich • April 30, 2019

DIY SD-WAN more complex than some vendors admit

Is DIY SD-WAN a do or a don't bother? One expert says it's rarely as simple as vendors suggest -- prompting a growing number of enterprises to enlist third-party support.

By Alissa Irei • April 30, 2019

Specialized network engineer skills deemed unnecessary by 2020

Common networking roles are shifting to keep up with network transformation and a changing industry. Challenges include new monitoring tools and increased complexity.

By Michaela Goss • April 29, 2019

remote sensing

Remote sensing is the use of various technologies to make observations and measurements at a target that is usually at a distance or scale beyond those observable to the naked eye.

By TechTarget Contributor • April 29, 2019

Drawbacks of open source networking could impede full growth

IT teams have increasingly accepted the use of open source within their organizations. But open source networking continues to lag behind -- and it may not catch up.

By Andrew Froehlich • April 26, 2019

Wi-Fi 6 vs. 5G networks is more about cooperation than competition

While Wi-Fi 6 and 5G might experience some interference with each other, enterprises should focus on the handoff of connections between the two technologies.

By Craig Mathias • April 25, 2019

Pica8 Nymble provides branch network automation

Pica8's second branch product provides network automation and provisioning. But the jury is out on whether Pica8 Nymble can compete with offerings from established vendors.

By Antone Gonsalves • April 25, 2019

SD-WAN with IoT enables the enhanced network edge

In a world teeming with IoT devices -- and the resulting data -- SD-WAN and SD-branch can provide the security, visibility and connectivity the IoT edge requires.

By Lee Doyle • April 24, 2019

3 critical considerations for your network management strategy

The debate continues between the use of a single network management tool or a variety. Three considerations can help point your network management strategy in the right direction.

By John Burke • April 24, 2019

What are the 5 types of network firewalls and how are they different?

As they monitor and filter network traffic, some firewalls can provide some pretty advanced security controls. But added packet inspection can slow network performance.

By Amy DeCarlo • April 24, 2019

Cumulus NetQ aimed at broader enterprise market

Cumulus Networks has revamped Cumulus NetQ. The latest version of the network troubleshooting and change validation software is aimed at a larger segment of the enterprise market.

By Antone Gonsalves • April 23, 2019

The future of VPN will reflect the need for flexibility

The future of VPN services reflects the industry's trend toward software networking, evident in developments like SD-WAN and public cloud. The need for flexible technology is a main driver.

By Robert Sturt • April 23, 2019

Should you buy 802.11ax devices before the Wi-Fi standard is ratified?

The Wi-Fi 6 standard has not been ratified yet, but enterprises are faced with a decision. Should they buy 802.11ax devices now or wait for the standard to be approved?

By Lee Badman • April 22, 2019

Review the benefits of network performance monitoring strategies

This compilation delves into five points regarding the benefits of network performance monitoring, as well as various monitoring tools and strategies.

By Michaela Goss • April 18, 2019

IT directors share SD-WAN advantages and advice

Enhanced access to internet applications, streamlined network connectivity and faster deployments at new offices are just some common SD-WAN advantages.

By Luke O'Neill • April 18, 2019

IoT device monitoring added to Nyansa Voyance

Nyansa has added IoT traffic analytics to its network monitoring software. The latest version of Nyansa Voyance monitors the activity of IoT devices in healthcare and retail.

By Antone Gonsalves • April 17, 2019

What is a programmable data plane and where does P4 fit in?

A programmable data plane presents a versatile way to forward packets and supports various formats and protocols. The P4 language is used to configure the forwarding actions.

By David Jacobs • April 17, 2019

Google Cloud, HPE team up for new hybrid cloud platforms

New hybrid cloud platforms, released as a collaboration between Google Cloud and HPE, are available to create similar experiences across both clouds and on-premises environments.

By Tanner Harding • April 16, 2019

What do you know about the history of mobile networks?

Though it still has a long way to go, 5G is finally here. This quiz takes you through mobile networking's history -- from first-generation wireless to 5G expectations.

By Michaela Goss • April 16, 2019