Software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) is the clear choice when enterprises decide that it’s time to replace a multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) connection in order to gain flexibility, instant application recognition, and automated traffic management. For enterprises that are investing in bandwidth-hungry cloud solutions across a geographically dispersed set of […]
Creating Customizable, Agile Network Security
For decades, the possibilities for network security were hemmed in by the dueling priorities of customizability and agility. At odds with one another by nature, each carries ties to the ability to protect the network from cyber attacks. In the past, enterprises have been forced to choose between agility and […]
Using Hybrid Cloud to Optimize Enterprise Performance
More and more enterprises are investing in the cloud, finding that migration often results in better system performance, an enhanced customer experience and reduced costs. For many, a gradual cloud integration was preferred, and many have opted instead for a hybrid cloud environment, because it often results in better performance […]
The End-to-End Evolution of SD-WAN
As cloud technology becomes more widespread and the mobile workforce and its accompanying devices continues to grow, many enterprises are looking at their future network needs. Most see the benefits of software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN), and as SD-WAN is used in more situations, providers are learning more about its […]
SD-WAN Starts with the Proper Network
Software-defined wide-area networking (SD-WAN) has the attention of a lot of companies these days, and with good reason. The sheer array of benefits SD-WAN offers a business—particularly one with multiple locations—is broad. Yet while many companies are eager to set up SD-WAN operations to take advantage of these benefits, they’re […]
How to Determine Whether Your Client Needs SD-WAN
There’s a lot of momentum moving enterprises to a migration into cloud solutions, which can significantly change network needs. The network configuration can be complicated by the launch of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and the need to remain competitive with both speed and performance of the network. As a […]
Creating a Network Security Strategy in a Hybrid Cloud Environment
Security used to be deployed in the data center, and a firewall kept the network safe within the confines of the enterprise. As companies transition to various cloud applications, each new connection to the cloud represents a point of potential breach, and a hole in the network security plan. Enterprises […]
Choosing among SD-WAN, MPLS, or a Hybrid Solution
Software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) is a relatively new technology, and some enterprises have been quick to implement it to solve a variety of network challenges. As with any infrastructure solution, it’s becoming clear that while SD-WAN provides a lot of benefits, it may not be a universal solution for […]
Simplify Your WAN Management with SD-WAN
Many businesses require a wide-area network (WAN), particularly those that have some element of geographic dispersion to them. While a WAN is vital, it isn’t always simple to manage, which means most users will have to devote quite a bit of IT time and resources to the care of such […]
5 SD-WAN Myths That Need to Go
Software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) can connect remote locations well, deliver exciting new features, and improve cost profiles. Like any new technology, however, it comes with some myths attached to it that might keep customers from pulling the trigger on that buying decision. Debunking these myths could mean a leg […]