Data centre networking
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News
24 Nov 2023
APAC organisations warm to microsegmentation
Nearly two-thirds of organisations in the APAC region see microsegmentation as a way to protect their IT assets, but lack the skills to deploy the technology Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Nov 2023
An introduction to cloud network architecture
Enterprises have three main options when it comes to cloud network architecture: Use built-in CSP tools, buy virtual networking appliances or use a multi-cloud management platform. Continue Reading
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News
26 May 2011
For cloud automation, think flat networks and Ethernet fabric
For cloud automation, vendors are preaching flat cloud networks based on Ethernet fabrics and open network software that enable engineers to build in cloud management tools. Continue Reading
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News
07 Apr 2011
Copper-based 10 Gigabit Ethernet is arriving, but not on 10GBase-T
Forget the predictions that copper-based 10 Gigabit Ethernet would run on 10Gbase-T. Copper-based Ethernet is here, but SFP Direct Attach maybe the cabling of choice. Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2011
High performance networking: How NYSE Euronext trimmed latency
In financial trading even a microsecond of latency can lose a deal, so NYSE Euronext worked with Force10 Networks to build high-performance networking with collapsed tiers and super-speed Ethernet to avoid any loss. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
01 Mar 2011
Networking tutorials
SearchNetworking.co.UK's tutorials provide in-depth resources on networking, mobile, and telecommunications technology and strategy in the UK. Core coverage areas include network design and administration, data centre networking, mobile enterprise planning, WAN design and implementation and UK telecommunications networks and services. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
01 Feb 2011
What storage and network convergence really means
This edition of Storage Europe will investigate how users are addressing storage and network convergence in the field, and what their outlook is for the future. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jan 2011
Intel introduces OpenFCoE, offers cheap fibre channel over Ethernet on-ramp
Intel has introduced a new, cheap, way to connect servers to Fiber Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) networks, and taken a dig at other FCoE rivals along the way. But the release may not save users the real cost of a new FCoE network. Continue Reading
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News
25 Aug 2010
Brocade gets into the HBA business
Analysts predict the move will result in price improvements for users and suppliers, and reduce the number of SAN vendors involved in a deployment. Continue Reading
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News
02 Apr 2010
Federal Government cancels OPEL contract
The Federal Government has cancelled the OPEL contract for delivery of wireless broadband to regional areas Continue Reading
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News
01 Sep 2009
Communications Alliance: Recruitment and training integral to NBN’s success
The CEO of the Communications Alliance, Anne Hurley, argues that the National Broadband Network cannot succeed without skilled people to build and operate the new infrastructure. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2009
IBM sells Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) gear from Brocade, Cisco
IBM steps up its Fibre Channel over Ethernet strategy by selling Brocade 8000 FCoE switches and 1010/1020 converged network adapters, and Cisco Systems' Nexus 5000 FCoE switches. Continue Reading
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News
01 Jul 2008
Virtual machines present dynamic environment issues for network pros
Virtualisation can mean network managers need to develop an infrastructure for redirecting IP addresses across a WAN. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2008
Telepresence reaches down to smaller businesses
Telepresence suites are emerging for smaller businesses, as vendors saturate the big end of town. Continue Reading
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News
16 Jun 2008
Introduction to firewalls
What is a network firewall? What types of firewalls are there, and which kind best protects your company's data? All of these questions, and more, are answered in our network security firewall guide. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Jun 2008
What is a logical network? How do you improve one?
Learn what logical and physical networks are and how to improve them, in this expert response with networking fundamentals expert, Chris Partsenidis. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2008
Understanding remote scripting: Managing Windows networks using scripts, Part 9
Our series on managing Windows networks using scripts continues. Continue Reading
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News
01 Jun 2008
Troubleshooting IP Routing -- 'CCNA Official Exam Certification Library, 3rd Edition,' Chapter 7
This eBook chapter examines troubleshooting the IP routing process. Read more to learn if your IP routing troubleshooting is up to scratch! Continue Reading
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News
15 Apr 2008
EDITORIAL: It's time for a Net Neutrality debate
Australia should sort out its position on Net Neutrality before the National Broadband Network is built, not afterwards, writes TechTarget ANZ Editor Simon Sharwood. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Apr 2008
Recovering domain controllers after a server disk failure
When recovering domain controllers after a system volume failure, normal restoration doesn't always work. Learn some special procedures in this tip. Continue Reading
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News
27 Mar 2008
DNS monitoring: If it's slow, everything is slow
Techniques for monitoring DNS performance, and the impact on applications when it is not performing properly, are explored in this tip. Continue Reading
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News
26 Mar 2008
Application delivery controllers: Moving toward the application-centric network
Application delivery controllers (ADCs) have evolved from server load balancers (SLBs) to deal with growth of networked application delivery. Continue Reading
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News
12 Mar 2008
Green networking: Energy efficient upgrades can cut costs
Using green networking products, like more efficient gigabit Ethernet switches, to replace aging networking equipment can cut runaway energy costs. Continue Reading
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News
21 Jan 2008
8Gb/sec Fibre Channel widens lane for SAN traffic
Faster Fibre Channel is upon us ... but do we need it just yet? Continue Reading
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News
17 Dec 2007
Server power consumption rises unabated
A new AMD-sponsored study paints a grim picture of worldwide data centre power use, but there are simple ways to decrease consumption. Continue Reading
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News
21 Nov 2007
Making the case for FCIP and FCoE
FC over IP and FC over Ethernet let companies begin consolidating on one network platform as opposed to maintaining separate FC and Ethernet networks. Continue Reading
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News
18 Nov 2007
IMS Report Card: IMS Forum issues first IMS reality check
The first IMS Report Card from the IMS Forum offers a reality check on the hype and myths surrounding IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) deployment. Continue Reading
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News
12 Nov 2007
More ICT scholarships inbound
Scholarships for the IT industry totalling a value of $250,000 will be available at the beginning of the coming academic year, it was announced last week. Continue Reading
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News
07 Nov 2007
Configuring VLANs
Learn how to configure a virtual LAN (VLAN) in this step-by-step, automated, 15-minute demo. Continue Reading
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News
04 Nov 2007
Broaden broadband debate: Comms Alliance
The Communications Alliance has joined the chorus of voices calling for election candidates to broaden the scope of their broadband plans. Continue Reading
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News
01 Nov 2007
Network design: Five ways to lower your costs
Learn how to lower network operating costs without sacrificing utility in this tip on designing a low-cost network. Continue Reading
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News
08 Oct 2007
Happy Birthday to TechTarget ANZ
It's our birthday, so gift us with your presence and join us in recollection of our most read articles of recent times. Continue Reading
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News
04 Oct 2007
IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) lags mobile application delivery
IP multimedia subsystem (IMS) was supposed to provide convergence between fixed and mobile services, but new mobile applications have bypassed it. Continue Reading
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News
18 Sep 2007
Nokia to acquire mobile advertiser
Nokia has announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire mobile advertising and marketing company Enpocket for an undisclosed amount. Continue Reading
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News
13 Aug 2007
Fibre-optic networks: Access network design
Fibre-optic technology in access networks is expanding due to the demand for broadband. Learn about FTTX and passive optical networking (PON) systems. Continue Reading
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News
12 Aug 2007
IPv6 from 'CCNA Portable Command Guide', Chapter 25
IPv6, 'CCNA Portable Command Guide,' Chapter 25, explains IPv6 address assignment, static routes in IPv6, IPv6 ping, IPv6 tunnels and RIPng. Learn all you need to know to pass the IPv6 questions on your Cisco Certified Network Associate exam. Continue Reading
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News
08 Aug 2007
IP address depletion hastens IPv6 adoption
IPv4 IP address depletion is hastening the need to switch from IPv4 to IPv6. In this column, Loki Jorgenson explains where we are now in terms of IPv6 readiness and provides some insight on how much work network operators will face. Continue Reading
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News
05 Aug 2007
Windows Vista, IPv6 lead to network performance problems
Windows Vista, which runs on parallel IPv6 and IPv4 protocol stacks, can create network performance problems when used with older routers. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jun 2007
Gigabit Ethernet and 10 Gigabit Ethernet: Technology overview
This overview of Gigabit Ethernet and 10G lays the foundation for understanding Gigabit Ethernet technology and the advantages it brings to your network. Continue Reading
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News
31 May 2007
It's cool to think about heat
If you're not thinking about power and cooling, you're behind the curve. Continue Reading
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News
03 May 2007
Network waste to reach $100 billion
Network overspending will cost enterprises more than $100 billion over the next five years, according to recent predictions by Gartner Inc. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 May 2007
OSI: Securing the Stack, Layer 8 -- Social engineering and security policy
Network security is essential at every layer of the OSI model, including the mythical eighth layer, where users interact with technology. Since hackers can use social engineering to exploit people, it is important to train your users and implement good security policy. Continue Reading
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News
01 Apr 2007
Network security, content security markets to grow in 2007
The network security appliance and software markets are expected to continue growing steadily in 2007, while content security sales will begin to affect most enterprises' networking budgets. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Mar 2007
Network summarization -- Supernetting and wildcard masks
Supernetting allows one routing table entry to represent an aggregation of networks. Network engineers need to understand supernetting, how to read routes received from other providers and how to create an access list that references these multiple networks in a single summarized statement. In this tip, you'll learn more about the IP addressing-related topics of network summarization, supernetting and wildcard masks. Continue Reading
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News
18 Mar 2007
New gigabit standard: How fast is fast enough?
Last June, the 10GBASE-T standard was published promising 10 Gbit operations on copper cabling. This standard was originally targeted toward data centers, but the Ethernet Alliance and IEEE are working on increasing this standard to potentially 40 or 100 more gigabits -- so what speed is fast enough? Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2007
News Wrap 2.0
We've just discovered a great new application for technology that can save you an incredible amount of time, money and heartache. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jan 2007
Managed VoIP -- 10 tips for a smooth migration
Migrating to managed VoIP doesn't have to be a headache. Here, Verizon Business offers 10 top tips to ensure you get what you need. Continue Reading
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News
28 Aug 2006
ProCurve rolls out three new switch series
ProCurve Networking by HP has added three new series of switches to its lineup. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2006
Wireless security push fueled by paranoia
Wireless security became a necessity for Intermagnetics, but when the company used its access points to monitor the spectrum, performance suffered. Continue Reading