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Apstra adds EVPN configuration to AOS

The newly released version of Apstra AOS includes EVPN configuration. The latest feature in the intent-based OS reduces the manual labor behind network segmentation.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 6, 2018

Network edge switch upgrades hinge on WLAN deployments

Network edge switch upgrades depend on a variety of factors, but one of the most critical is taking a look at your future WLAN deployment strategies.

By Craig Mathias • June 4, 2018

VMware is redesigning NSX networking for the cloud

A VMware researcher says the company is preparing a new version of NSX networking for public clouds and expects the technology to be available in about a year.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 1, 2018

Software-based networks lay foundation of networking’s future

Software-based networks are evolving, reshaping how companies do business and blending into legacy networking. Enterprises will have to sort out which approaches work best.

By Chuck Moozakis • June 1, 2018

Cloud-based network monitoring creates management flexibility

Cloud-based network monitoring offers Broward Center's theater campus more flexible and efficient network management so IT can keep performing arts center stage.

By Jean DerGurahian • June 1, 2018

Choosing the right software-driven network technology

The software-driven network can drive efficiency and flexibility, but network pros first need to identify the problems they're trying to fix to choose the right technology options.

By Alissa Irei • June 1, 2018

Enterprises use network security in the cloud to combat threats

The market for network security in the cloud is growing as enterprises shift workloads to the cloud to combat potential data breaches and system threats.

By Jean DerGurahian • June 1, 2018

DevOps for networking evolves with software

Enterprises have yet to fully integrate a collaborative approach to DevOps for networking, but that's changing as networks become more automated and software-driven.

By Jean DerGurahian • June 1, 2018

MEF targets multivendor interoperability for network services

Vendors participating in MEF's SD-WAN implementation project aim to develop better multivendor interoperability that can lend itself to improved automation.

By Jennifer English • June 1, 2018

AT&T NetBond for Cloud connects Google to enterprises

AT&T NetBond for Cloud is the latest member of Google's Partner Interconnect. The AT&T service provides midsize enterprises with private connections of up to 10 Gbps to Google Cloud.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 31, 2018

A refresher course on white box networking equipment

This white box networking review sheds some light on the variations, as it's all too easy to confuse the intricacies of white boxes, universal CPEs and brite boxes.

By John Burke • May 31, 2018

Optical interconnect DCI frameworks need more flexibility to keep pace

An optical interconnect framework can support high-speed DCI deployments. But it's important that optical networks become programmable to ensure reliability.

By John Burke • May 30, 2018

Cato’s network security feature on the hunt for threats

Cato Networks added a network security feature that detects and identifies threats within customer networks. The capability is built into Cato's SD-WAN platform, Cato Cloud.

By Jennifer English • May 30, 2018

ADC, the networking management tool, acquires new abilities

Networking pros should take a new look at what application delivery controllers now offer. ADCs now have some cutting-edge features making the networking workhorse exciting.

By John Burke • May 29, 2018

New, micro-ADC features can aid enterprise security

The ADC is no hot, new networking tool, but it's evolved dramatically, adding some features in its latest iterations that promise to increase its already important role.

By John Burke • May 29, 2018

The growing ties between networking roles and automation

Network automation is here, bringing with it new demands for network professionals. But these changes should go beyond shifting networking roles, responsibilities and skills.

By Jennifer English • May 25, 2018

What makes networking automation so difficult?

Analysts focus on networking automation and the problems facing it, as well as gaming trends that could affect 5G deployment costs and debate questions surrounding the future of blockchain.

By David Harbeck • May 25, 2018

IDC, Cisco survey assesses future IT staffing needs

New IDC survey on digital transformation's effects on future IT staffing outline technology trends affecting IT hiring and 20 roles that emphasize need for expanded skill sets.

By Kate Gerwig • May 24, 2018

Private CDN services fill specific needs for some businesses

In addition to shared CDN service options, private CDNs with dedicated edge servers are the obvious answer for businesses with specific content delivery needs.

By David Jacobs • May 23, 2018

Network engineering skills should include software fluency

Network engineers need to rethink their network engineering skills and embrace software fluency training to meet business needs for modern network infrastructure.

By Kate Gerwig • May 22, 2018

How do I improve my network programming knowledge?

When it comes to SDN and programmable network skills, combining training with practice and hands-on experience can help advance your programming knowledge.

By Andrew Froehlich • May 22, 2018

Pica8 wooing campus with white box network switch software

Pica8 is rolling out new white box network switch software aimed at campus and branch-office deployments in a bid to build a new market.

By Chuck Moozakis • May 22, 2018

Key considerations before evaluating SD-WAN vendors

Before selecting an SD-WAN technology, organizations must understand what problems they need to solve and assess which implementation option is best suited to their WAN and business requirements.

By Lee Doyle • May 21, 2018

How can network analytics tools be used to improve performance?

With pressure and expectations for network and enterprise performance rising, IT professionals are turning to network analytics tools that use machine learning to remain ahead of the game.

By Amy DeCarlo • May 21, 2018

Q3 Cisco financials show another uptick in sales, services

Cisco financials show a 4% boost in sales as Cisco records its second consecutive quarter of revenue growth and continues to embrace software services.

By Chuck Moozakis • May 17, 2018