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Providers widen telecom cloud services for the enterprise

Some traditional service providers are reinventing telecom cloud services enabled by new networking partnerships and technologies to offer enterprise customers a number of benefits.

By Steve Zurier • Dec. 13, 2018

What are the top 3 benefits of NFV technology?

The use of standard hardware, consolidation of network functions and machines, and flexible system upgrades are some of the key benefits of NFV technology.

By Dan Conde • Dec. 13, 2018

Arista EOS containers integrated with Red Hat, Tigera products

Arista EOS containers have been integrated with Red Hat OpenShift and Tigera security software.

By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 12, 2018

‘Best-of-breed’ SD-WAN option supersedes big boxes, expert says

When it comes to SD-WAN technology, deployment options vary, largely dependent on business requirements. But a multiple-vendors strategy might be better than all-in-one SD-WAN.

By Jennifer English • Dec. 12, 2018

VMware service mesh aims to help DevOps with microservices

VMware has introduced the NSX Service Mesh. Based on the Istio platform, the VMware service mesh manages traffic between microservices and enforces access policies.

By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 11, 2018

The future of SD-WAN moves away from stand-alone product

'Tis the season for a look at the future of SD-WAN. In 2019, one networking expert expects more managed SD-WAN, further market consolidation and a shift away from individual SD-WAN devices.

By John Burke • Dec. 11, 2018

How can organizations improve their network change management?

Organizations can optimize their network change management processes with dedicated change management services for improved planning, monitoring and communication capabilities.

By Amy DeCarlo • Dec. 11, 2018

Gauge your platform purchasing options before SD-WAN deployment

Finalizing how an organization deploys SD-WAN can be a complex process, especially with the range of available purchasing options. But studying the options is always a good start.

By Lee Doyle • Dec. 10, 2018

Packet broker added to Big Switch cloud fabric on AWS

Big Switch cloud fabric for AWS has a network packet broker. The company launched Big Mon for the cloud this week. Upcoming tech includes Big Cloud Fabric and Multi-Cloud Director.

By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 7, 2018

SolarWinds adds SDN monitoring to network management tools

In networking news, SolarWinds updates its network management software; a report predicts SDN's future; and Barefoot Networks updates its P4-programmable switch.

By Michaela Goss • Dec. 7, 2018

Juniper ATP appliance gets broader device support

Juniper has bolstered the security features in its Advanced Threat Prevention product. The vendor also released a Juniper ATP appliance for midsize enterprises.

By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 5, 2018

ONAP Casablanca release targets cross-carrier deployment, 5G

ONAP's latest release, Casablanca, focuses on enhancing existing features within its architecture to better support cross-carrier site connectivity, deployment and 5G.

By Jennifer English • Dec. 4, 2018

What are the differences between network security vs. cybersecurity?

IT groups need to consider varying layers of security. For instance, the similarities and differences between cybersecurity and network security are closely entwined.

By Mike Jude • Dec. 4, 2018

How to choose the right CDN service for your organization

Organizations that distribute web content to users worldwide are turning to CDN services to provide fast, secure delivery of their content.

By Amy Novotny • Dec. 4, 2018

Getting started with 5G network planning

This feature explores the basics of 5G technology, concerns from industry insiders, where it currently stands and predictions for its future.

By Michaela Goss • Dec. 3, 2018

3 tips for managing multi-cloud network architectures

By correlating network events, understanding network paths and crafting detailed exception reports, network managers can get a handle on their multi-cloud environments.

By Terry Slattery • Dec. 3, 2018

What’s in AWS Outposts with VMware?

AWS Outposts, the new on-premises hybrid cloud, includes a VMware Cloud version that is not expected to provide NSX as a native option for connecting to the AWS public cloud.

By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 30, 2018

Colorado believes autonomous vehicles technology can save lives

Edge computing, take the wheel. The Colorado Department of Transportation is deploying roadside network devices to support connected and autonomous vehicles technology.

By Alissa Irei • Nov. 30, 2018

Reality check: How has data center SDN evolved?

Considering the twists and turns in SDN technology and adoption, it's easy to wonder about future development. Learn what three industry analysts think about the evolution of SDN and its drawbacks.

By Jennifer English • Nov. 30, 2018

What you need to know about network analytics software

Reality check: Are network analytics tools overhyped? This guide explores the key features of these tools, how they can help and their effect on networking's future.

By Michaela Goss • Nov. 30, 2018

Aviatrix unveils AVX Orchestrator for AWS

Aviatrix has introduced software for dividing virtual private clouds into secured groups on AWS. AVX Orchestrator complements AWS' Transit Gateway, launched this week at re:Invent.

By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 29, 2018

Network design checklist: How to design a local area network

Local area network design considerations for IT consultants range from IP default gateway redundancy to device standardization. Browse these tips iIf you are building a LAN.

By Thomas Scire • Nov. 29, 2018

What are the pros and cons of deploying containers?

Containers can reduce a company's OS licensing costs and required CPU usage, while acting as a bridge to serverless computing. But IT teams need to evaluate the potential drawbacks.

By Andrew Froehlich • Nov. 28, 2018

Apstra AOS IDs root cause of network problems

Startup Apstra has launched version 2.3 of its intent-based networking OS. The new Apstra AOS includes analytics for finding the root cause of network problems.

By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 28, 2018

Where does SDN fit in edge computing architecture?

SDN and edge computing can work together to apply data processing decisions that make better use of network links and bandwidth, especially when it comes to edge versus cloud.

By Andrew Froehlich • Nov. 26, 2018