NETWORKING

When it comes to protecting data-center-based resources in the highly distributed world, traditional security hardware and software components just aren’t going to cut it. That’s the bottom line for enterprises as they move to distributed digital environments according to Tom Gillis, senior vice president and general manager of VMware’s networking & advanced security business group. The idea is that security needs to be put deep into the infrastructure fabric and protect workloads across their lifecycle,…

I think it’s safe to say that most businesses that used to own and operate centralized data centers now have physical IT infrastructure assets widely distributed on premise, at colocation providers, and increasingly at the edge of the network. One study had determined that while only 10% of enterprise data was created outside of core centralized data centers in 2018, estimates for 2025 suggest up to 75% will be generated and handled by edge computing sites [1]….

Cisco Meraki is a complete cloud-managed networking solution that integrates hardware, software, and cloud services. Besides its products, another distinct aspect of the Meraki business unit is that its employees are deeply engaged in community impact and volunteerism. Charlie Gebhardt is a program manager who guides business transformations for Cisco Meraki. I recently sat down with him to learn more about his inspiration to support communities, his involvement with the Meraki Gives leadership team, and…

I’ve always considered the letter x the most versatile and flexible letter in Latin alphabet. It is used in math (solve for X), scientific terms (X-ray, X-wave, X-band), on treasure maps, and funkily in all sorts of words (xpert, xprize). What is Cisco UCS X Fabric Technology? Cisco UCS X Fabric Technology is the name for the second fabric in X-Series. It is named for its versatility and flexibility. While Unified Fabric is Ethernet based,…

In this installment of our “Networking for the Hybrid Work Era” blog series, we discuss how to create safe work environments while ensuring a seamless connectivity experience. After months of anticipation, the return to the workplace is underway, and with it comes an assortment of emotions. The joy of in-person reunions. The awkwardness of physical interactions as we recalibrate our instincts for distancing. The awareness of what we’ve lost. And above all, a determination to…

In the final installment of our “Networking for the Hybrid Work Era” blog series, we dive into Cisco DNA Spaces and how it can help provide valuable location-based insights into the behavior of people and things to make workspaces safer and smarter. As our return to the workplace progresses, it’s exciting to see empty spaces repopulated. Deserted streets and shuttered buildings are coming to life. But there’s apprehension, too. How do we keep our employees and…

In this installment of our “Networking for the Hybrid Work Era” blog series, we explore the benefits of creating smart, intuitive spaces to maximize space utilization and improve workplace health and safety. We’re more than 1.5 years out from the moment our lives became unrecognizable. Now, COVID-19 vaccination offers some small sense of control over our situation and many organizations are making their gradual transition back to the office. And those choosing to return to the…

In the first installment of our “Networking for the Hybrid Work Era” blog series, we discuss the networking solutions that provide secure and reliable connectivity, anywhere your workforce is. For months on end during the pandemic, many people have worked remotely out of necessity. Working from our homes was an important way to keep employees safe while also keeping businesses operating. Now the threat is easing thanks to vaccines. Organizations and their employees are choosing…

Your organization depends on your network. As networks become more and more complex, the question arises: How do you know what the network is really doing? Today’s data centers can extend far beyond their on-premises physical location. Data and applications can be with a co-location provider or across multiple cloud providers. For many organizations, data is distributed all around the globe in a web of micro-services and containers and, consequently, outside direct view and control….

Climate change is affecting humanity in many ways: from rising temperatures and sea levels, to more severe and frequent weather events and longer and more severe droughts. It is one of the most critical and complex challenges humanity faces. Cisco can’t solve climate change alone, but we are doing our part. Our products make many innovations possible, yet they are powered by electricity. Product use accounts for the largest part of Cisco’s overall carbon footprint….