The Ultimate Guide to Network Infrastructure
2024 edition
Overview
Networks are everywhere today, from Bluetooth personal area networks, to Local Area Networks in the home and office, to Wide Area Networks connecting remote offices, the cellular networks carrying mobile voice and data, and the big one which combines all networks, the internet. Network infrastructure describes the many components enabling networks. This includes hardware like modems, hubs, switches, routers, gateways, repeaters and more, and software services such as monitoring and management tools, operating systems on the hardware devices. Network Infrastructure even includes media contained on and transmitted through the network.
Analyst reports
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Gartner on Firewalls
Fortinet recognised as Challenger in 2024 Gartner Magic...
This month
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IDC on Firewalls
Juniper Networks reveals major AI-driven network upgrad...
Fri, 17th May 2024
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Gartner on Firewalls
Fortinet recognised as Challenger in Gartner's 2024 Mag...
Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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Gartner on SD-WAN
BT hailed for highest 'Vision' in 2024 Gartner Global W...
Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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Gartner on Breach Prevention
Amplifying AI-powered cybersecurity to counter growing ...
Wed, 17th Apr 2024
Expert columns
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By Guy Kelly of Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise
I love a sunburnt country – but it’s tough on network g...
2 days ago
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By Ilan Rubin of Wavelink
The truth about SD-WAN and how it can support businesse...
3 days ago
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By Robert Nobilo of Fortinet
Why it’s time to embrace a single vendor SASE solution ...
This month
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By Paul Gampe of Console Connect
Is your cloud network really ready for Generative AI?
Last month
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By Matt Malarkey of Titania
Beyond the CVE: Illuminating inherent security issues i...
Wed, 24th Apr 2024
Interviews
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Discussing Network Management
ManageEngine OpManager Plus: Streamlining IT operations
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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Discussing Colocation
Redefining networks: Navigating the world of SD-WAN
Mon, 11th Sep 2023
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Discussing Firewalls
Network efficiencies: Unlocking the power of Managed Ne...
Fri, 25th Aug 2023
More expert columns
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By Adam Khan of Barracuda XDR
How attackers target security blind spots: Three real-l...
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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By Phil Beecher of Wi-SUN Alliance
Can utilities keep the lights on in the face of extreme...
Wed, 27th Mar 2024
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By Garett Paton of Dell Technologies
Staying one step ahead: Strategies for cyber resilience
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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By Nabeel Mukhtar of BitTitan
MSPs are waiting – so why is it so hard to ask for help
Tue, 20th Feb 2024
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By Justin Hurst of Extreme Networks
Adopting AIOps in Network Management: Essential for Mod...
Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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By Robert Nobilo of Fortinet
Why organisations should transition to a single-vendor ...
Wed, 14th Feb 2024
Top players
You can read more from the top players Juniper Networks, HPE Aruba Networking, Dell Technologies, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and Cisco.
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About Cloud Services
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About Chief Technology Officers
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Job moves
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Move at WatchGuard Technologies
Kyocera Australia becomes second Platinum Partner of Wa...
Wed, 20th Mar 2024
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Move at Ericsson
Nikos Katinakis takes helm as Zayo's Chief Technology O...
Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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Move at Google
Angelina Farry named new CEO of IAB New Zealand
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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Move at BlackLine
BlackLine appoints industry veteran Emily Campbell as n...
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Move at IGEL
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Thu, 4th May 2023
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