Network Infrastructure Solutions and Services
Network infrastructure solutions are the hardware components that form the backbone of any network, such as network interface cards, hubs and repeaters, switches and routers, among other things. In this section we will chart the latest channel developments around network hardware and installation.
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News
25 Apr 2025
Channel catch-up: News in brief
Developments this week at Datatonic, Parallels, Central Technology Group, Cowbell and FiberLocator Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
17 Apr 2025
Consolidation continues with M Group snapping up Telent
Move will bring together critical infrastructure specialists serving customers across both public and private sectors Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
08 Jun 2018
Extreme Networks could acquire again to strengthen portfolio
The firm made three big acquisitions over the course of the last 18 months and has indicated it could spend again to strengthen its portfolio Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
24 May 2018
Daisy in the frame to pick up TalkTalk Direct B2B business
The channel player has been given a period of exclusivity to move forward with a bid for the telco's Direct B2B business Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
05 Apr 2018
Extreme Networks increases finance options for partners
The vendor is hoping it can use zero interest and other finance offers to encourage users to increase their networking investments Continue Reading
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E-Zine
05 Apr 2018
MicroScope: Hatch a plan for retirement
In this issue, we look at problems around business management and retirement and how distribution plays a crucial role with cloud and the internet of things Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2018
Wearables not just a passing fad
IDC is predicting growth for the segment and that will have implications on networks Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
23 Feb 2018
Neri presides over first results and talks channel and servers
Presiding over the first quarterly results as HPE CEO Antonio Neri has indicated that it is working with partners to shift more hardware Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
01 Feb 2018
SD-WAN players braced for market lift-off
The second half of this year and 2019 are expected to be big for those selling SD-WAN technology and related services Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
24 Jan 2018
Tech Data increases support for hyper converged, security and cloud
The distributor's Advanced Solutions business has been given investment to ensure it can support resellers around key growth technologies Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
16 Jan 2018
Cisco extending channel reach
The vendor has been leaning on its distribution partners to engage more closely with a broader range of resellers Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
03 Jan 2018
Training in key areas being offered to resellers
The year is just a few days old and already vendors are making sure that the channel can get access to training to support some of the key areas Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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Feature
02 Jan 2018
Top ten channel technologies of 2017
The most discussed technologies of last year are also set to dominate 2018 so here is a look back with more than a hint of the themes to come Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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E-Zine
13 Nov 2014
MicroScope: November 2014
Just what are the current opportunities around wireless networking for resellers? Are Christmas parties back on the channel calendar? What are the first impressions of Windows 10? All of these questions are answered in the latest MicroScope ezine. Continue Reading
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News
31 Mar 2014
Government failed at promoting competition over BDUK, say MPs
The government has consistently failed to promote competition during the roll-out of rural broadband across the UK, according to the PAC. Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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Feature
25 Jan 2013
A trip down memory lane
Simon Quicke revisits some of the events that made the headlines during MicroScope's first decade in print – the heady days of the 1980s Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
15 May 2012
Dell launches social media training for partners
Dell Premier and Certified partners are to get access to social media training sessions, with on-demand modules set to be added to Dell's Partner Direct portal in the near future. Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
10 Jun 2011
Is your business prepared for the zombie apocalypse?
The BBC is today reporting that Leicester City Council has been forced to admit it is unprepared for an attack by hordes of flesh-eating zombies following a Freedom of Information request. Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor