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Morgan noted that the startups have designed their own technology with the intent to disrupt the LAN equipment market.   “The LAN-as-a-Utility offers are designed to take share from incumbent equipment vendors,” she said. “However, with their innovative technology and business model, it is also possible for vendors to develop new use-cases which will grow the overall IT market.” Not surprisingly, the startups tend to agree with Morgan’s analysis. Nile, Meter and Ramen Networks all have…

AI cluster networking speeds are expected to grow from 200/400/800 Gbps today to over 1 Tbps in the near future, according to Sameh Boujelbene, vice president for ethernet switch market research at Dell’Oro Group.  Dell Oro forecasts that by 2025, the majority of ports in AI networks will be 800 Gbps, and by 2027, the majority of ports will be 1600 Gbps, showing a very fast adoption of the highest speeds available in the market….

Books take up a lot of space, but e-readers allow you to carry hundreds of books (and audiobooks) in a small, convenient form factor. And, unlike smartphones and tablets, e-readers are fitted with e-ink displays to look and even feel like paper. They’re glare-free and suited to both indoor and outdoor reading.  Also: The best Kindles you can buy E-ink displays even feature a subtle backlight, which means you can read in bed without needing…

In our tech-fueled era, microSD cards have emerged as the unsung champions of data storage. These tiny shards of plastic are, in reality, veritable titans of storage capable of adding gigabytes to a wide array of devices — from smartphones and tablets to action cameras, dashcams, and drones. Whether you’re snapping selfies or capturing the wildest of adventures, these storage cards are likely an integral part of your digital existence, perhaps without you even realizing…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The TCL QM8 (2024) features rich colors and searing brightness. It has enhanced audio over last year’s model, while still being easy to set up and navigate. I wish the viewing angles weren’t somewhat limited, and you’ll want to wait for a deal to buy one. more buying choices As this year’s top-of-the-line offering, TCL’s latest flagship TV, the QM8, promised to be a notable upgrade from the 2023 version. I spent…

June Wan/ZDNET If new AR glasses work as intended, your Amazon deliveries might arrive a little faster. A recent report from Reuters revealed Amazon is in the process of developing smart glasses for its drivers that not only show turn-by-turn navigation to get to a destination but also give directions inside buildings, such as where to walk off an elevator ride and show warnings about gates or aggressive dogs.   Also: I tested Meta’s limited…

Upgrade your charging game with a sleek, compact, and highly efficient charger with multiple ports that can remain cool under heavy use and charge everything from earbuds to laptops. There’s truly never been a better time to upgrade your charging gear. But navigating the vast array of available chargers — from the most reputable brands to those you should steer clear of — can indeed be overwhelming. However, over the past year, I have undertaken…

It’s almost 2025, and if you’re using throwaway batteries, it’s time to make the switch to rechargeable batteries. Not only will this change save you serious cash, but it will also make a massive dent on the ever-increasing pile of e-waste we produce.  However, remember that not all rechargeable batteries are created equal. The market is flooded with a dizzying array of options, making it a real challenge to separate the gems from the duds….

David Gewirtz/ZDNET Over the past few months, we’ve taken a comprehensive deep dive into the popularity of programming languages. Also: The most popular programming languages in 2024 But how do you measure popularity? That’s been a big part of the question. Is it the number of GitHub projects? Is it the number of posts on popular programming forums? Is it based on surveys? What really determines the popularity of programming languages? Also: The rise and…

Paul Souders/Getty Images I use the Linux command line daily, but that’s because I learned Linux the hard way and those old lessons stuck. Most users could go their entire Linux lifetime and never run a single command. Some will use the very basic commands (such as ls, mkdir, and cd), while others might dive into more complicated options. Still, there are a handful of commands that I consider to be must-know — even though…