WAN White Papers
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SD-WAN comparison chart: 10 vendors to assess
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comEnterprises can choose from multiple SD-WAN deployment models, such as fully managed, co-managed and DIY. Those that opt to purchase SD-WAN directly from a vendor might find it overwhelming to sort through the various vendors. To help, the comparison chart below provides a breakdown of 10 SD-WAN vendor offerings.
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CW APAC: Buyer's guide to SASE
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comComputer Weekly looks at the key benefits of SASE, how cloud security firm Zscaler aims to improve, the dangers of advanced persistent threat groups and why Australian businesses are waking up to the importance of security investment.
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The future is SASE: Transform your enterprise network for good
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comLess than a year after it received an official name, Secure Access Service Edge has started to disrupt the networking and security markets. As incumbent vendors make strategic moves to build SASE offerings, the nascent technology has the potential to upend traditional networking and security.
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7 steps of an SD-WAN implementation
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comThe benefits of software-defined WAN make many organizations interested in adopting it, but the implementation process can seem daunting. Enterprises can use this seven-step process as a guide to deploy a successful SD-WAN implementation.
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7 types of networks and their use cases
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comA computer network is an interconnected system of devices, represented as network nodes, that share information, data and resources among each other. Not all networks are the same. In this e-guide, learn about the seven most common types of networks, their benefits and use cases.
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The development of wired and wireless LANs in a hybrid work model
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comMany companies have found that as they have begun to manage the return to offices for the first time since the first lockdown were introduced, the office environment and its demands are very different to a year ago. These different demands are seen in the development of wired and wireless local area networks (LANs).
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How enterprise networks use WAN virtualization
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comVirtualization is the backbone of network management in modern enterprises. Surprisingly, in most enterprises, virtualization came to the WAN last, but it arrived with enormous sophistication. SD-WAN is the most common form of WAN virtualization. But virtual WAN strategies are evolving to include software-defined perimeter and cloud concepts.
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The rise of SD-WANs: Time to cross the chasm
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comWhere does SD-WAN stand at the beginning of the second quarter of 2022? The solid upward trajectory of SD-WANs has been given further impetus by the parallel emergence and rise of SASE, which integrates SD-WAN with edge security, and the rise persists as SD-WAN pricing becomes more competitive and monitoring capabilities become popular.
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Infographic: 4 key SD-WAN trends to watch in 2022
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comThe challenges of managing networks during a pandemic have prompted many organizations to delay their SD-WAN deployments. These four trends could jump-start an SD-WAN resurgence in 2022.
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SD-WAN vs. SASE: What's the difference?
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comSASE and SD-WAN both connect geographically separate endpoints to each other and an organization's network resources, but the methods in which they do so differ in various ways. In this infographic, we highlight five key differences between the SASE and SD-WAN that could help businesses choose the right technology for their needs.
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5 common SD-WAN challenges
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comSD-WAN is a feature-rich technology with the ability to consolidate networking, security, reporting and management into one platform. But potential users should be aware of inherent SD-WAN challenges and deployment risk factors. In this infographic, we point out five challenges IT teams are facing when evaluating SD-WAN technologies and vendors.
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A Computer Weekly e-guide to WAN & applications services
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comOne of the key technology trends of the last five years, if not longer, has been the migration from networks based on multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) to the more agile and affordable alternative, wide-area networking (WAN) technologies and in particular software-defined (SD-WAN).
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The Dark Side of SD Wan
Sponsored by: Cato NetworksThere’s a glow on the upsides of SD-WAN, but there’s also a “dark side” that must be considered. Companies looking to SD-WAN to replace traditional MPLS have to learn how to design the middle and last miles of their SD-WAN to run reliably and with high availability. View this Cato Networks guide to learn how it’s done.
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Palo Alto Networks Cloudgenix SD-WAN Delivers 243% ROI By Reducing WAN Connectivity And Management Costs While Improving Security And Performance
Sponsored by: Palo Alto NetworksForrester recently spoke with multiple Palo Alto Networks customers regarding their investment in CloudGenix SD-WAN as part of a Total Economic Impact (TEI) study. Download this Forrester report to see the various benefits customers’ saw when migrating away from MPLS to Palo Alto Networks CloudGenix SD-WAN.
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Application Delivery Network Buyers' Guide
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comThe more systems become remote, the less secure they are. On face value a huge cliché – or truism - but sadly actually true. And sadly, for those running networks, something that is going to be truer – or more clichéd – as remote working continues to proliferate in the new normal of the hybrid mode of working.
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SD-WAN: Accelerating network transformation in APAC
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comIn this e-guide, read more about SD-WAN's momentum in the Asia-Pacific region, and how the technology can support the requirements of a multi-cloud environment.
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Magic Quadrant for Network Services, Global
Sponsored by: NTTIn this 2023 Magic Quadrant for Network Services, find out who the players are in the market and how they ranked (strengths and weaknesses) in this dynamically changing environment.
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Top 10 networking stories of 2021
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comNew hybrid workplace environments are demanding connectivity and security technologies to keep employees productive and able to collaborate. How leaders in the world of networking have been attempting to address these new dynamics over the course of the past year? Look back over Computer Weekly's top 10 networking stories of 2021.
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A Computer Weekly e-guide to WAN & applications services
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comOne of the key technology trends of the last five years, if not longer, has been the migration from networks based on multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) to the more agile and affordable alternative, wide-area networking (WAN) technologies and in particular software-defined (SD-WAN).
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Application Delivery Network Buyer's Guide
Sponsored by: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.comThe more systems become remote, the less secure they are. On face value a huge cliché – or truism - but sadly actually true. And sadly, for those running networks, something that is going to be truer – or more clichéd – as remote working continues to proliferate in the new normal of the hybrid mode of working.
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SD-WAN: The Most Critical Design Considerations
Sponsored by: NBNExperts agree that SD-WAN is the most efficient way to direct network traffic throughout your WAN and lower costs, but you have to ensure you choose the option that meets your architecture, business and performance needs. Access this expert e-guide to delve into the most critical considerations for designing your SD-WAN architecture.
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Cloud Connectivity Tests the Bond Between Enterprises, WAN Providers
Sponsored by: DatavitaCloud connectivity has revolutionized the way organizations carry out their operations, but this change has not come without struggle. WAN traffic is significantly affected by the presence of cloud architecture, and this has turned into a balancing act between the enterprise and WAN providers. This expert guide has the details.
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Hybrid Cloud Connectivity: 6 Best Practices
Sponsored by: DatavitaWhether you're supporting your cloud environment on a LAN or a WAN, it's network connectivity that drives it. As such, cloud architects must evaluate the capabilities, configurations and costs of LAN and WAN connectivity. Leverage this expert e-Guide to explore the elements of hybrid cloud connectivity and 6 hybrid cloud best practices.
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Is the SD-WAN home office here to stay?
Sponsored by: HPE Aruba NetworkingWhile VPN strategies are adequate in many cases, they can't provide the extra level of control, security and management that some companies require for networks that now include home offices. As a result, some organizations have deployed SD-WAN to business-critical home offices. In this e-guide, learn more about SD-WAN home offices.
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What to include in an SD-WAN security checklist
Sponsored by: HPE Aruba NetworkingSD-WAN technology can improve WAN security in a variety of ways. Simply migrating to a viable SD-WAN offering brings some benefits. But SD-WAN tools also provide security features to protect the traffic they manage. In this e-guide, learn what you should include in your SD-WAN security checklist.
