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DEFINITION: In information technology, a network is a series of points or nodes interconnected by communication paths. Networks can interconnect with other networks and contain subnetworks. The most common topology or general configurations of networks include the bus, star, … Definition continues below.

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The Case for Open Network Management: Applying the Principles of Openness, Transparency and Collaboration to the Management of Multi-dimensional, Multi-vendor Networks sponsored by AlterPoint WHITE PAPER: Posted: 09 May 2008 \| Published: 01 May 2008 SUMMARY: This paper presents the case for a more agile approach for supplying the management solutions necessary to support today's multi-vendor, multi-dimensional enterprise networks - open network management for open networks. TOPICS: Auditing \| Collaboration \| Network Management \| Network Security \| Networking

How to Effectively Transition to VoIP and IMS - Big Bang or Phased Approach? sponsored by Alcatel-Lucent WHITE PAPER: Posted: 06 May 2008 \| Published: 01 May 2008 SUMMARY: This white paper describes the key drivers motivating service providers to migrate to IPbased networks as well as the most effective first steps, including the network topologies involved in the transformation. TOPICS: IMS \| Networking \| VoIP

Guidelines for Effective 3rd Party Management on Complex Integration and IP Transformation Programs sponsored by Alcatel-Lucent WHITE PAPER: Posted: 06 May 2008 \| Published: 01 Jan 2007 SUMMARY: This paper outlines the challenges of introducing next generation technology and defines the roles and responsibilities of a prime integrator. The critical elements of 3rd party engagement and management are also defined. TOPICS: Integration \| Networking \| PSTN

"SmartGridNet" Architecture for Utilities sponsored by Alcatel-Lucent WHITE PAPER: Posted: 06 May 2008 \| Published: 01 Jan 2007 SUMMARY: This paper describes an evolutionary approach to an intelligent communications network ("SmartGridNet"), maximizing leverage of the existing asset base and minimizing capital and operations expenses. TOPICS: High Availability \| Networking \| Quality of Service \| Routing \| Switching

De-Perimeterization Elevates Data Security above Threat Prevention and the Network sponsored by Citrix WHITE PAPER: Posted: 05 May 2008 \| Published: 01 Jan 2007 SUMMARY: To overcome the problem of data and network security in growing businesses De-perimeterization was formed which encourage organizations to look at securing the data rather than the infrastructure that supports the data. TOPICS: Data Security \| Networking \| Productivity \| Threats

Next Generation Mobility Now - MBB White Paper sponsored by Sprint WHITE PAPER: Posted: 02 May 2008 \| Published: 02 May 2008 SUMMARY: By combining broadband speed with the greatest coverage and best-in-class security, Sprint EV-DO Revision A delivers on the promise of true mobility. TOPICS: Broadband \| Data Mobility \| Networking \| Wireless Services

Patch Management: A Practical Guide to Building an Effective Patch Management Process sponsored by Dell, Inc WHITE PAPER: Posted: 01 May 2008 \| Published: 01 Mar 2008 SUMMARY: This document presents the essential elements for an effective Security Vulnerability and Patch Management Program. TOPICS: Best Practices \| Networking \| Patch Management \| Risk Assessment

Building the Next Generation Network Bridge: From Today's Network to the Future sponsored by F5 Networks WHITE PAPER: Posted: 28 Apr 2008 \| Published: 01 Sep 2007 SUMMARY: Most of the challenges facing SPs as they move forward are not all that different from the challenges enterprise organizations have faced for many years when dealing with IP-based application delivery. This paper discusses how the modern service pr... TOPICS: Network Security \| Networking \| Networking Hardware \| TCP/IP

Security Incite: Executive Summary on Selecting Security Management Solutions sponsored by Q1 Labs WHITE PAPER: Posted: 11 Apr 2008 \| Published: 01 Apr 2008 SUMMARY: Next generation security management platform are emerging to combine the best capabilities of security information management, log management, and configuration management offering to help streamline security operations and compliance reports. TOPICS: Auditing \| Configuration Management \| Networking \| Security Management \| SIM

WAN Deduplication: Getting More by Sending Less sponsored by Silver Peak WHITE PAPER: Posted: 02 Apr 2008 \| Published: 01 Apr 2008 SUMMARY: Data deduplication is one of the most significant technologies to impact the storage community in recent years. TOPICS: Data Replication \| LAN \| Networking \| Virtualization \| WAN

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NETWORKING DEFINITION (continued): … token ring, and mesh topologies. Networks can also be characterized in terms of spatial distance as local area networks (LANs), metropolitan area networks (MANs), and wide area networks (WANs).

A given network can also be characterized by the type of data transmission technology in use on it (for example, a TCP/IP or Systems Network Architecture network); by whether it carries voice, data, or both kinds …
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