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How does a WAN-cloud exchange work?

WAN-cloud exchanges provide private and secure connectivity to cloud environments, making them beneficial for software-defined WAN and SaaS platforms.

By John Burke • March 8, 2019

How much do you really know about intent-based networks?

Break through the intent-based networking hype and take the time to evaluate what you know about the architecture. This quiz covers IBN basics, the benefits of IBN and beyond.

By Michaela Goss • March 8, 2019

How do cloud data centers affect network bandwidth requirements?

When deciding which applications to move to a cloud data center, enterprises should consider network bandwidth requirements and latency, among other factors.

By John Fruehe • March 6, 2019

The switch to 400 GbE may be closer than you think

Several dynamics are driving the need for 400 GbE infrastructures, including the increase in server density, private cloud applications and network edge data.

By John Fruehe • March 5, 2019

Use the right performance monitoring strategy for automated networks

Virtual and automated networks can often hide performance issues that lurk within the network. Learn performance monitoring strategies to get the most out of these environments.

By Andrew Froehlich • March 5, 2019

AI-powered WLAN behind Juniper-Mist acquisition

Juniper plans to acquire WLAN vendor Mist for $405 million. The Juniper-Mist acquisition is an offensive move that fills a hole in the networking vendor's campus portfolio.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 5, 2019

Spokane venues up their game with new guest Wi-Fi network

The Spokane Public Facilities District refreshed its Wi-Fi infrastructure with equipment from Aruba Networks for improved device support, coverage and IT management.

By Michaela Goss • March 5, 2019

How to improve network speed and get faster Wi-Fi in 3 steps

Proper router placement and maintenance, along with tighter security controls, can help IT departments improve network speed and boost Wi-Fi performance.

By Amy DeCarlo • March 4, 2019

Veriflow launches cloud-only network verification

Veriflow's new CloudPredict SaaS provides network verification for AWS and Google Cloud. The product is for companies that need visibility only in the public clouds.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 1, 2019

Take steps now to ready your network for 802.11ax specification

The 802.11ax specification promises higher speeds and lower latency. Preparing now will help you make the transition easier. Here's what you need to know.

By Craig Mathias • March 1, 2019

Forward Networks’ software enables intent-based networking

TechTarget has named Forward Networks a winner of its Network Innovation Award. Learn how the company's visibility and verification software supports intent-based networking.

By Alissa Irei • March 1, 2019

smart manufacturing (SM)

Smart manufacturing (SM) is a technology-driven approach that utilizes Internet-connected machinery to monitor the production process. The goal of SM is to identify opportunities for automating operations and use data analytics to improve manufacturing performance.

By Ed Burns • March 1, 2019

VMware NSX-T gets revamped UI, more automation

The latest iteration of VMware NSX-T includes a revamped UI and other features meant to improve its ability to provide virtual networking in hybrid, private and public clouds.

By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 28, 2019

Macroeconomics, service providers behind ICT spending slowdown

Service providers will buy less information and communications technologies, contributing significantly to an overall slowdown in ICT spending this year and next, IDC said.

By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 27, 2019

3 developing 5G trends that differentiate it from 4G LTE

Operators may be more cautious about initial 5G deployments than originally expected. But three key elements differentiate 5G from 4G LTE, which could make it a better investment.

By Michaela Goss • Feb. 26, 2019

Refresh your networking knowledge with this NSX overview

Discover the benefits and drawbacks of VMware's network virtualization platform and answer any lingering questions you may have about NSX in this overview.

By Allyson Larcom • Feb. 26, 2019

Wi-Fi 6: How does OFDMA work?

The new Wi-Fi 6 standard works harder but also smarter, thanks to a game-changing feature called orthogonal frequency-division multiple access.

By Alissa Irei • Feb. 26, 2019

How does security for intent-based networking work?

Monitoring plays an essential role when it comes to security in intent-based networking environments, as it ensures policies are met and detects network anomalies.

By David Jacobs • Feb. 25, 2019

How to improve network security in 5 steps

The basics of network security start with a proactive and comprehensive audit of connectivity points. Also, be sure to get end users involved with network security policies.

By Amy DeCarlo • Feb. 25, 2019

Network operating system advantages extend to white box switching

The network operating system is changing, moving toward software acceleration, open APIs and white box switching. Learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of the new NOS.

By Lee Doyle • Feb. 22, 2019

Kemp 360 Vision analyzes F5, Nginx data

The latest version of the Kemp 360 Vision service can apply predictive analytics to data taken from F5 Networks and Nginx load balancers.

By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 22, 2019

HPE, Juniper intro 5G hardware for the edge

Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Juniper Networks have introduced 5G hardware for service providers' network edge.

By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 21, 2019

NetOps by design: How data center pods enable network agility

To bring a DevOps approach to the network, one expert suggests enterprises take a page from the cloud-provider playbook. Here's how data center pods can support a NetOps evolution.

By Alissa Irei • Feb. 21, 2019

What you need to know about intent-based networks

This compilation explores five pertinent questions about intent-based networking, including those about its benefits, why organizations move to it and where it stands in 2019.

By Michaela Goss • Feb. 20, 2019

AI in networking presents opportunities for service providers

Network installers and managed service providers can reap key benefits with AI in networking, including better productivity, staff management and customer response.

By Craig Mathias • Feb. 20, 2019