SD-WAN is a cost-effective, flexible alternative to traditional MPLS networks, but the high rate of failed deployments indicates that achieving successful implementation is not straightforward. Organizations must be prepared to embrace new experience-driven approaches to network management, such as the need for visibility into unmanaged networks, to deploy SD-WAN effectively.
Prisma Access Outperforms Against Cobalt Strike Attacks
The following sponsored blog post was written by Anupam Upadhyaya at Palo Alto Networks. We thank Palo Alto Networks for being a sponsor. Palo Alto Networks is the leading vendor in preventing Cobalt Strike C2 communication and blocked 99.2% of tested attacks, with the next leading vendor blocking only 17% of attacks, as cited in a…
When Making Bets on SASE, Don’t Count on Native SD-WAN Monitoring Tools for Help
The following post is by Jeremy Rossbach, Chief Technical Evangelist at Broadcom. We thank Broadcom for being a sponsor. I’ve been preaching the same thing for years: To overcome the challenges of modern network complexity and successfully transform your networks, you need modern network monitoring data. Monitor the user experience and the health of every…
Introducing SD-WAN With Integrated IoT
The following sponsored blog post was written by Shankar Ramachandran at Palo Alto Networks. We thank Palo Alto Networks for being a sponsor. Internet of things (IoT) devices are now an integral part of any organization’s network. Smart lights, cameras, card readers, printers, etc., are critical to the day-to-day operations of branch offices and retail…
ChatGPT and AI-based Tools Require Strict Scrutiny
The following sponsored blog post was written by Palo Alto Networks. We thank Palo Alto Networks for being a sponsor. ChatGPT is the fastest-growing consumer application in history, with 100 million monthly active users just two months after launch. While these AI apps can significantly boost productivity and creative output, they also pose a serious…
Why Five Nines of Service Availability Matters for SASE
The following sponsored blog post was written by Anupam Upadhyaya at Palo Alto Networks. We thank Palo Alto Networks for being a sponsor. Prisma Access, the cloud-delivered security service from Palo Alto Networks, delivers an industry-leading 99.999% uptime SLA A question that is often asked in the industry is “Do we really need 99.999% uptime…
Network Observability: Don’t Buy Into the Hype, Follow the Data
The following post is by Jeremy Rossbach, Chief Technical Evangelist at Broadcom. We thank Broadcom for being a sponsor. For today’s teams, it is exceedingly complex and costly to support multiple generations of infrastructure and applications. What’s worse, according to an IDC report on network observability, this is the number one challenge to achieving digital…
You’re Responsible for the User Experience—No Matter Which Networks It’s Delivered Over
The following post is by Jeremy Rossbach, Chief Technical Evangelist at Broadcom. We thank Broadcom for being a sponsor. Hybrid work and the ongoing transformations ushered in by SD-WAN, cloud, SaaS, and SASE have created an entirely new network landscape for today’s network operations (NetOps) teams to manage and monitor. Now, the user experience is…
Five Things You Need for Today’s Network Monitoring
By extending into environments such as the cloud, SD-WAN, and applications, today’s network monitoring platforms are turning into powerful solution that can improve the overall operations IT environment. Let’s drill down into the top five needs for networking monitoring.
How Digital Transformation Is Eroding NetOps Visibility And Control
The following post is by Jeremy Rossbach, Chief Technical Evangelist, Broadcom. We thank Broadcom for being a sponsor. When it comes to cloud adoption, hybrid approaches are the reality for the vast majority of large organizations today. While some may solely be running workloads in a legacy on-premises data center and others may run 100%…
Fortinet’s SASE Solution: Protecting Remote Access From Client To Cloud
Fortinet’s FortiSASE addresses remote user security gaps. With FortiSASE, remote users can safely browse the Web, connect to private data center applications, and get controlled access to SaaS apps.
PingPlotter’s Internet Troubleshooting Helps Ruby Receptionists
The following post is by PingPlotter. We thank PingPlotter for being a sponsor. An internet connection monitoring tool, PingPlotter constantly tests the connection from the end-user’s perspective, provides visual proof of the problem, and recommends how to solve it. You can find issues — like packet loss, high latency, and bad jitter — fast. “Most…
Why SASE Requires A New Way Of Thinking
The following post is sponsored by Palo Alto Networks. SASE, or Secure Access Service Edge, doesn’t require new skills for network engineers so much as a new mindset. You don’t learn a new routing protocol or encryption tunnel. You do need to embrace diverse connectivity options, hybrid work, and supporting applications that are on premises…
LiveAction Unifies Flow, Packets For Deep Network Visibility
LiveAction provides network and application monitoring that integrates flow records and packets. This integration gives network management teams a clear, clean view of network topology and applications traffic–even for the most complex, multi-vendor networks. LiveAction can also capture and analyze packets to help engineers troubleshoot problems and investigate incidents.
Easier Network Visibility Using SaaS
The following post is by Sehjung Hah at VMware. We thank VMware for being a sponsor. Catch up and listen to VMware’s latest podcast with Packet Pushers introducing vRealize Network Insight Universal with Ethan Banks and Ned Bellavance on Day 2 Cloud 145: Tech Bytes: Flexible Cloud Migration Using VMware vRealize Network Insight Universal. More details are available in…
It’s Time For Zero Trust Network Access With Zero Exceptions
Today’s digital and cloud-first businesses everywhere are struggling to get a handle on the risks associated with hybrid work and direct-to-app connectivity. For many businesses, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) offers an opportunity to modernize and consolidate architectures while also providing a logical entrance into a broader Zero Trust journey.
Protecting The Hybrid Workforce With Palo Alto Networks Secure, Flexible SASE Solution
Palo Alto Networks announces new innovations for Prisma SASE for protecting the hybrid workforce, including the general availability of Prisma SD-WAN bandwidth licensing on-demand and Okyo Garde Enterprise Edition.
A Walk-Through Of Fortinet’s Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) Architecture
Fortinet’s Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) lets network and security teams enforce fine-grained access policies for users working remotely and in the office. It can control access to applications hosted on premises, in the public cloud, or delivered via SaaS. This post walks through the elements required to deploy ZTNA and offers advice on transitioning to a zero-trust approach.
Fast-Track Enterprise Digital Transformation With Managed Prisma SASE
This blog provides an in-depth overview of Palo Alto Networks recently introduced Prisma SASE for MSPs, a scalable multi-tenant cloud management portal solution for managed service providers (MSPs) to fast track enterprise digital transformation with managed SASE services.
MSPs And SASE: How Enterprises Can Get The Right Fit
MSPs can help enterprises get their SASE projects online faster, from initial design to deployment to full-time operation.
Cloud-Native Networks Are Here To Stay: Get Certified To Succeed
The following post is by DriveNets. We thank DriveNets for being a sponsor. At service providers and network operators, demand for new and talented staff is on the rise, but with the ongoing move to software-based approaches and the cloudification of networks, the types of skills they are now seeking is changing. So in line…
Make The Most Of 5G/LTE SD-WAN Links With Fortinet Wireless WAN Gateways
Fortinet’s FortiExtender cellular gateways support multiple LTE or 5G connections. The FortiExtender can be placed in the best physical location to get a mobile signal, and then tied back into an SD-WAN appliance to provide an active link or failover option in an SD-WAN deployment.
How Fortinet Stitches Together An Intelligent LAN
Fortinet customers can leverage AI/ML and a simplified NAC solution to get a more performant and secure LAN at both the core and edge. Here’s how.
NVIDIA GTC: A Free Virtual Event For IT Pros, November 8-11
NVIDIA is hosting a free virtual conference, NVIDIA GTC, November 8-11, 2021. Attendees can choose from over 500 sessions led by industry experts on deep learning, HPC, the data center, networking, and more.
The Three Key Factors For a Successful SD-WAN Project
Aruba Networks has collected customer best practices and guidance on what it takes for a successful SD-WAN implementation. Those stories and best practices have been captured in a new eBook from Aruba, available now.
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