

Michael Cooney
Senior Editor
Michael Cooney is a Senior Editor with Network World who has written about the IT world for more than 25 years. He can be reached at michael_cooney@foundryco.com.

IBM service uses DNS to deliver multicloud connectivity
NS1 Connect can make dynamic decisions about where to send internet requests to ensure the best connections across complex, distributed networking environments.

Cisco significantly bolsters security portfolio with $28B Splunk buy
Cisco expects to integrate Splunk technology across security systems.

Juniper targets data-center management with Apstra upgrade
Apstra 4.2.0 includes intent-based analytics probes for improved telemetry and visibility into network operations.

Cisco-F5 partnership yields secure, multisite load balancing technology
Expanded partnership delivers tighter integration between Cisco ACI tools and F5 BIG-IP DNS software to improve application availability and performance for mutual customers.

Cisco snuffs HyperFlex development, hands HCI future to Nutanix
Cisco recommends HyperFlex customers migrate to Nutanix hyperconverged software, which can run on Cisco UCS hardware.

IBM X-Force: Use of compromised credentials darkens cloud security picture
The top cause of cloud compromises is improper use of credentials, and enterprise IT teams need to harden their credential management practices, says IBM X-Force.

Cisco shapes its strategy for Ethernet-based AI networks
Future-proofing Ethernet for AI is a priority for Cisco, which is positioning its Nexus data center switches as core elements of AI networking infrastructure.

Cisco software targets enterprise cloud security, risk assessment
Cisco adds Secure Application module to its Full Stack Observability platform.

Enterprise DPU advances are spurred by AI, security, networking apps
Smartswitches such as the HPE Aruba CX 10000 will help bring DPUs to the enterprise.

VMware warns customers to immediately patch critical Aria network software holes
VMware has issued patches for two vulnerabilities that can threaten enterprise network operations. The most severe flaw has a CVSS threat score of 9.8.

Google's Cross-Cloud Network service aims to simplify multicloud networking
New Cross-Cloud Network service from Google Cloud is designed to be a one-stop shop for multicloud networking and security.