You've requested...

Download this next:

Software-Defined Networking Strategies for Campus WANs

Speed is the name of the game when it comes to your software-defined network (SDN) strategy. Unfortunately, when leveraging OpenFlow, using the wrong switch can be detrimental to speeds and cause issues when it comes to determining actual speeds throughout the network.

In this E-Guide from SearchNetworking.com, explore the issues associated with troubled OpenFlow switches, which vendors carry them, and details about an SDN strategy that will not cause the issues that these other switches do.

In addition, discover details about a product coming out next year that will help you manage your campus network as one giant switch stack.

These are also closely related to: "Publishing Test"

  • CIO Trends #7

    Read some of our most popular articles on issues faced by IT decision makers, such as how to get the most out of the internet of things, and how to tailor your IT operating model to fit in the digital age.

    We explore how Canada's tech sector is targeting Europe and what CIOs can expect from the country's industry. We also speak to Wagamama CIO about adopting "pay by walking out" technology so that customers don't have to wait for their bill before leaving a restaurant.

  • Business Collaboration Benefits: 10 Questions to Ask Your Potential Vendors

    As more and more employees work outside central headquarters – be it in remote offices, at home, or on-the-go, it becomes more vital than ever to employ technologies that will enhance communication and collaboration.

    In this E-Guide from SearchUnifiedCommunications.com, discover how organizations today can benefit from implementing a collaboration solution. Get help making a collaboration business case and also view the top ten questions you should ask any potential collaboration vendor.

Find more content like what you just read:

  • Software-Defined Networks and the New Network Hypervisor

    This issue of the Network Evolution E-Zine focuses on various SDN solutions, if it's the answer to the bottleneck problem, and potential pitfalls. Read this issue now to see what experts have to say about the possible SDN revolution.

    Download

  • Network Evolution: Software defined networks and the new network hyper-visor

    This expert resource puts SDN under the microscope, examining the impact that the technology can have on your environment, along with how your peers are utilizing it. Read on to find out whether SDN is really worth the hype that is building around it.

    Download

  • The Internet of Things in 2018

    In this e-guide, we will explore some of the latest trends around IoT deployments, looking at real world projects, options for CIOs interested in getting involved, and new applications.

    Download

  • Video collaboration: How to prepare your network

    This e-guide reveals the extranet and desktop video requirements that are driving telepresence needs, and also identifies the emerging trends and best practices for videoconferencing available today. Also included, learn how the iPad is becoming a game-changer for some enterprises' video-conferencing strategies.

    Download

  • Computer Weekly - 8 December 2020: Where next for Windows?

    In this week's Computer Weekly, Windows is still the most-used operating system in enterprises – we look at where Microsoft aims to take it next. We examine some of the key questions for CIOs for their 2021 IT strategy. And we analyse the best practice in preventing distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks. Read the issue now.

    Download

  • Why is Bristol Britain's smartest city?

    In this week's Computer Weekly, we visit Bristol, ranked as the UK's top smart city, to find out what it's learned and future plans. Our latest buyer's guide examines software-defined wide area networks (SD-WAN). And we trace the evolution of open source as more organisations contribute code to the community. Read the issue now.

    Download

  • A Computer Weekly Buyers Guide to 5G

    Despite the fears of many that rollouts of the next generation infrastructure would be delayed or just not be possible due mainly to the adverse economic conditions caused by Covid-19, the prospects are actually quite bright for the 5G industry in 2021.

    Download

  • Collaboration: RFP Technology Decisions Guide

    Part two of SearchUnifiedCommunications.com's three-part guide on collaboration products offers expert insight into gathering pertinent information into the technical information necessary to move forward in the process.

    Download

  • Computer Weekly – 6 September 2022: Out with the old at Asda

    In this week's Computer Weekly, we talk to Asda's CIO Carl Dawson about the supermarket's cloud-oriented renovation of its technology stack. We narrate the security woes at Twitter. And we examine best practices for data backup. Read the issue now.

    Download

  • Computer Weekly - 19 October 2021: Making the case for and against police use of facial recognition technology

    In this week's Computer Weekly, as the Met Police enhances its facial recognition capabilities, we examine the pros and cons of law enforcement use of the technology. Three in five IT professionals want a new job – is there a tech exodus in the industry? And we take an in-depth look at the growth of the Nordic datacentre sector. Read the issue now.

    Download

  • Choosing the Right Hardware Ingredients

    Explore the various options for data center hardware, from choosing a single hardware source to opting to customize through multiple vendors and gain insight on how to approach such decisions and how to think about simplicity vs. flexibility.

    Download

  • How Data Centre Network Fabric and SDN Intersect

    Uncover the roles software-defined networking (SDN) and network fabrics play in the data centre network to get help determining which implementation strategy is best for your business.

    Download

  • SDN Across the Data Center and the Network: Expert Insight

    The relationship between data center network fabric and software defined networking (SDN) will become increasingly important as engineers begin using these for manageability in high performance data centers. This expert E-Guide compares SDN and network fabrics roles in the data center and potential strategies for each.

    Download

  • SDN in the Data Center: What's in Store for the Future

    Virtualization of servers and workloads has improved the efficiency of data centers, but networking has lagged behind. This eGuide takes a look at software-defined networking (SDN), and how it has the potential to fully integrate the data center.

    Download

  • CIO’s Definitive Guide to Achieving Secure Cloud Networking

    CIOs and IT departments are rapidly turning to cloud networking in the face of increased technology demand to deliver improved flexibility, efficiency and security. Download this guide to learn about several cloud-based networking solutions – such as SD-WAN-as-a-Service and Network-as-a-Service – to help you set up your enterprise for the future.

    Download

  • A Computer Weekly buyer's guide to supply chain resilience

    The Covid-19 pandemic has put the limits of the supply chain to the test. In this 18-page buyer's guide, Computer Weekly looks at how supply chain management has changed since, what action has been taken to handle it, and why data and automation is enhancing adaptability.

    Download

  • E-Guide: Choosing enterprise wireless LAN equipment

    802.11N has solidified and a new product generation has emerged, the time is right for enterprises to pursue broader WLAN deployment. Purchases should be driven by technical requirements that map business needs onto product capabilities. To help you complete that step, we have compiled a list of common enterprise WLAN requirements.

    Download

  • 5 key benefits of Enterprise App Management software

    In this E-Guide, discover the top features of Enterprise Application Management (EAM) software and explore how to reduce overall maintenance costs via predictive maintenance. Download the E-Guide here to learn the 5 key benefits of EAM software—and how your team can get started.

    Download

  • Computer Weekly – 7 August 2018: How digital is driving golf to the connected course

    In this week's Computer Weekly, we find out how one of the most traditional of sports, golf, is turning to technology to engage a new audience and build the connected course. Industry legend Stephanie 'Steve' Shirley discusses skills, diversity in tech and Brexit fears. And we assess four of the biggest cloud storage providers. Read the issue now.

    Download

  • Data Platform: Unlock Flexibility in the Supply Chain

    While many recognize the importance of seamless supply chain operations for business success, siloed data makes it difficult to achieve. This product overview examines a data platform designed to complement your existing architecture to enable intelligent supply chain orchestration. Read on to learn how your business can wield it.

    Download

  • Unlocking value in the railway network's data

    In this week's Computer Weekly, we find out how the rail industry is working to improve its use of data to deliver bet-ter services to passengers. Is flash the saviour of the storage universe? Our buyer's guide assesses the choices for IT managers. And we examine the failure of the government's Covid-19 contact-tracing app. Read the issue now.

    Download

  • Unlocking value in the railway network's data

    In this week's Computer Weekly, we find out how the rail industry is working to improve its use of data to deliver bet-ter services to passengers. Is flash the saviour of the storage universe? Our buyer's guide assesses the choices for IT managers. And we examine the failure of the government's Covid-19 contact-tracing app. Read the issue now.

    Download

  • Cloud computing: Solving cost & security challenges

    While the benefits of cloud computing are clear, today’s organizations still struggle to address hybrid and multicloud security challenges. Access this e-book to learn about best practices in cost management and security, shadow IT and more.

    Download

  • Computer Weekly – 5 September 2023: Met Police data platform goes £64m over budget

    In this week's Computer Weekly, we reveal a £64m cost over-run for the Metropolitan Police's new record management system. Our latest buyer's guide looks at the issues around integrating SaaS applications. And a leading flash storage firm says the age of spinning disk drives is almost over – are they right? Read the issue now.

    Download

  • The connected enterprise: Leveraging cloud services for branch office integration

    This SearchUnifiedCommunications.com E-Guide explores the benefits and challenges of unified communications (UC) virtualization and uncovers how to tackle virtual UC and VDI for your distributed enterprise.

    Download

  • Computer Weekly – 16 May 2023: Microsoft and Google go into battle for enterprise AI

    In this week's Computer Weekly, as developments in generative AI accelerate, Microsoft and Google have each unveiled plans around enterprise applications. Nobody doubts the importance of digital transformation – but experts say it won't work without cultural change as well. Read the issue now.

    Download

  • Computer Weekly – 16 August 2016: Barriers to UK datacentre expansion

    A TechUK survey has found that the UK tech sector's confidence of growth over the next two years has dropped by 23 points, due to Brexit. In this week's issue, we look at how Asian investors are pulling out of datacentre investments. According to datacentre analyst Broadgroup, these investors have been quite spooked by the Brexit vote.

    Download

  • Choosing Enterprise Wireless LAN Equipment

    Every enterprise has its own unique blend of wireless applications, users and coverage areas. Learn how to map your needs to the right WLAN equipment for the job.

    Download

  • Get to market faster: Core advantages of AWS’ AI & ML services

    This AWS e-book outlines 7 ways manufacturers can adopt smart cloud solutions to maximize productivity, asset uptime, quality, safety, revenue streams, supply chain visibility & sustainability. Read now to learn how AWS services & partners enable smart manufacturing.

    Download

  • 7 Benefits of Adopting Smart Manufacturing

    To discover 7 reasons why you should consider adopting smart manufacturing at your organization, and to find out how businesses like Tyson Foods have benefited from smart manufacturing, check out this e-book.

    Download

  • Preparing a database strategy for Big Data

    This e-guide outlines the key database challenges and opportunities introduced by big data, and offers expert advice to help you successfully prepare a big data database strategy.

    Download

  • Computer Weekly - 2 June 2020: What will be the IT security priorities of the post-coronavirus world?

    In this week's Computer Weekly, the working world after the pandemic will be very different – we assess the IT security priorities for the 'new normal'. Facial recognition firms are racing to identify people wearing face masks. And how did Europe's telecoms networks cope with the switch to remote working? Read the issue now.

    Download

  • Going big: why companies need to focus on operational analytics

    This report from Capgemini Consulting shows how the search for competitive advantage has driven organisations to shift the focus of their analytical efforts to back office operations

    Download

  • Computer Weekly - 11 May 2021: Chip supply shortages are hitting hard

    In this week's Computer Weekly, a shortage of semiconductors is affecting industries beyond just IT – we examine the implications. We talk to the CIO of pharmacy chain Boots about how tech helped in being an essential retailer during lockdown. And we look at the prospects for young people entering the IT sector post-pandemic. Read the issue now.

    Download

  • How to build supply chain resiliency with automation

    Recent history has proven that supply chain disruptions can be caused by all kinds of factors both locally and globally. Because of that, ensuring that your logistical operations are resilient is critical. But if you haven’t begun your journey to supply chain digital transformation, the time to start is now. Read on to learn how to get started.

    Download

  • Escaping legacy – removing a major roadblock to a digital future

    Core legacy systems inhibit businesses' ability to meet changing customer demands in the digital age. The scale and nature of the problem is such that it needs to be addressed now.

    Download

  • Computer Weekly – 12 February 2019: The Met Office storms ahead on data analytics

    In this week's Computer Weekly, find out how the Met Office takes 2TB of weather data every hour and turns it into useful business insight. We examine whether Amazon's presence in the retail market is putting off other retailers from using its public cloud services. And we look at the new 802.11ax wireless networking standard. Read the issue now.

    Download

  • Supply chain management balance shifts from efficiency to resilience under Covid

    This e-guide explores these matters, beginning with a comprehensive article that ranges over supply chain management, from a macro level through how trading platforms have been flexed to switch suppliers rapidly down to how robots have been quickly deployed to solve problems of scale.

    Download

  • CW APAC: Trend Watch - Internet of Things

    In this handbook, Computer Weekly looks at how APAC firms are putting the internet of things to good use in an increasingly connected world, yet technology integration and security concerns are holding back widespread adoption.

    Download

  • Wireless networks: A buyer's guide

    Mobile devices are increasing the pressure on wireless networks. In this 13-page buyer's guide, learn about the latest developments in wireless networks, the challenges of wireless local area networking, and how to deploy the 802.11ac Wave 2 wireless standard.

    Download

  • A Computer Weekly buyer's guide to next-generation retail technology

    Customers' shopping habits were changing long before the coronavirus pandemic accelerated the e-commerce boom. In this 18-page buyer's guide, Computer Weekly looks at the tech innovations retailers are using to adapt and better serve customers.

    Download

  • 10 common uses for machine learning applications in business

    Machine learning (ML) enables businesses to perform tasks on a scale previously thought impossible. As a result, many organizations are finding ways to harness ML to not just drive efficiencies but to fuel new business opportunities. Here are 10 applications of ML that are being used to solve problems & deliver tangible business benefits:

    Download

  • Computer Weekly - 13 December 2022: AI experts question tech industry's ethical commitments

    In this week's Computer Weekly, the proliferation of ethical frameworks has done little to change how artificial intelligence is developed – we look at the challenges. We examine the future of the UK semiconductor sector as the government launches a review. And we hear how NatWest has put data at the heart of customer strategy. Read the issue now.

    Download

  • CW APAC, April 2021: Trend Watch: IoT in India

    In this handbook, focused on the internet of things in India, Computer Weekly looks at the country's potential as an IoT hotspot.

    Download

  • Drive frontline success with next-gen push-to-talk tech

    Today, frontline worker comms gaps can hinder business agility. Modern solutions like RingCentral's push-to-talk boost productivity. Read now to equip frontliners with appropriate tools.

    Download

  • A Computer Weekly buyer's guide to going beyond desktop Computing

    A digital workplace opens up a range of new possibilities for businesses, but it needs to be implemented in the right way. In this 13-page buyer's guide, Computer Weekly looks at how digital workplaces demand increasing functionality, how to make sense of desktop as a service, and the value of unified endpoint management.

    Download

  • Unlocking the circular economy in the print industry

    There is a significant opportunity for organisations to gain economic and environmental benefits through operating a more efficient print environment, this report from analyst Quocirca reveals.

    Download