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Cisco DNA Center takes intent-based networking to IoT

Cisco has introduced IoT-enabled hardware that companies can manage through Cisco DNA Center. The connection between products takes intent-based networking to IoT deployments.

By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 1, 2019

Have newer security methods made NAC systems obsolete?

While newer security methods, like microsegmentation and software-defined perimeter, diminish the role of network access control, NAC systems can still help secure the network edge.

By David Jacobs • Feb. 1, 2019

Do you know how to troubleshoot wireless connection problems?

Wireless connection issues are common, but discovering where the problems reside can be difficult. This quiz covers 10 commonly overlooked troubleshooting best practices.

By Michaela Goss • Feb. 1, 2019

What are the pros and cons of open source network monitoring tools?

They're usually free and customizable, but can lack customer support. Take a look at the best and worst features of open source network monitoring tools.

By Amy DeCarlo • Jan. 31, 2019

8 common questions about the new Wi-Fi 6 standard

Industry excitement around the next-generation Wi-Fi standard continues to grow, with good reason -- many experts say Wi-Fi 6 is a game-changer. Here's what you need to know.

By Alissa Irei • Jan. 31, 2019

Cisco APIC controller heading for AWS, Azure

The latest version of the Cisco APIC controller is designed to bring consistency to managing network fabrics on AWS, Microsoft Azure and private data centers.

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 30, 2019

Automation potential outweighs SDN deployment risks

SDN deployment varies among service providers and enterprises due to risks, costs and use cases. But, when it comes to SD-WAN, both groups appear to agree about the potential.

By Jennifer English • Jan. 30, 2019

6 steps to troubleshoot Wi-Fi network issues

In a business setting, as you troubleshoot Wi-Fi network issues, these six steps provide a foundation to get you started and keep you grounded when wireless problems hit.

By Lee Badman • Jan. 29, 2019

Fiber expansion paves way for V2X technology in Colorado

Colorado wants to enable highway automation by building smart, connected infrastructure it says can save lives. But to get roadside devices online throughout the state, it's going to need a bigger fiber optic network.

By Alissa Irei • Jan. 29, 2019

Mist’s smart WLAN gets rave reviews from Ohio schools

A school district's dissatisfaction with its legacy Wi-Fi system led to a rip and replace of its entire network. This case study explores the deployment of Mist's smart WLAN.

By Alissa Irei • Jan. 28, 2019

Arrcus chasing larger rivals with 400 GbE NOS

Arrcus has introduced a 400 GbE network operating system, demonstrating a maker of a stand-alone NOS can keep pace with the largest networking companies.

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 25, 2019

Unity EdgeConnect SD-WAN certified for AWS, Google, Microsoft

Silver Peak's Unity EdgeConnect SD-WAN is certified for AWS, Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure. Companies can deploy the product from the cloud providers' marketplaces.

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 25, 2019

Enterprises iffy on telecom services beyond network connectivity

Enterprises look to telecom carriers for network connectivity services, but providers need to win them over to sell cloud and productivity options, according to network pros.

By Steve Zurier • Jan. 24, 2019

Cisco launches AppDynamics integration with ACI

Cisco has provided AppDynamics integration with ACI, the company's software-defined networking architecture. Cisco expects the integration to help DevOps teams.

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 23, 2019

SD-branch begins to prove itself with growing deployments

Enterprises are beginning to deploy SD-branch and are seeing positive results, pointing to the possibility that the software-defined branch will become the norm for branch networking.

By Lee Doyle • Jan. 22, 2019

How Dartmouth College improved its campus-wide Wi-Fi

Dartmouth College brought 21st-century wireless infrastructure from Mist Systems to its 18th-century architecture in a highly anticipated update to its campus Wi-Fi.

By Michaela Goss • Jan. 21, 2019

NetInsight enables proactive network performance monitoring

With NetInsight, network performance monitoring and analytics get smart. The cloud-based subscription service tells customers how their Wi-Fi stacks up and exactly how to improve.

By Alissa Irei • Jan. 21, 2019

AI center stage in new Huawei CloudEngine switch

Huawei is betting on its Ascend AI chip to draw the largest enterprises to its latest high-capacity spine switch. The Huawei CloudEngine 16800 embeds AI into the network fabric.

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 18, 2019

Network management and monitoring top of mind for IT teams

Network management and monitoring will take center stage in 2019, as IT professionals feel the pressure to monitor network devices, traffic and performance.

By Jennifer English • Jan. 18, 2019

Look back at top IT infrastructure spending trends of 2018

Enterprise IT infrastructure spending trends in 2018 focused on data center servers and hosted and cloud collaboration, driving an increase in annual vendor revenue.

By Michaela Goss • Jan. 17, 2019

Intent-based networking vs. SDN: How do they differ?

When it comes to the primary differentiators between intent-based networking and SDN, abstraction and administrator commands are at the top of the list.

By John Fruehe • Jan. 17, 2019

Shopper privacy critical when using new Cisco DNA Spaces

Software like the new Cisco DNA Spaces can help retailers improve their merchandising and supply chains. But the first priority should be protecting shopper privacy, an expert says.

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 16, 2019

5G, cloud embolden network outsourcing and ultimate virtualization

Could the cloud, 5G, small cell technology, BYOD and carrier-provisioned networks completely virtualize network infrastructure? Well, maybe not today.

By Craig Mathias • Jan. 14, 2019

Predictive networks: How realistic are they?

While the associated term might sound magical, predictive networks make use of real historical data to predict network events. Be ready for a bit of complexity, though.

By Terry Slattery • Jan. 14, 2019

Cisco ACI controller headed for AWS

An AWS version of the Cisco ACI controller set to launch this quarter brings consistency in fabric management between private data centers and Amazon's public cloud.

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 11, 2019