Network Intelligence
Zeus Kerravala is the founder and principal analyst with ZK Research, and provides a mix of tactical advice to help his clients in the current business climate and long-term strategic advice. Kerravala provides research and advice to end-user IT and network managers, vendors of IT hardware, software and services and the financial community looking to invest in the companies that he covers.
3 strategies to simplify complex networks
Innovations such as SD-WAN, Wi-Fi 6 and 5G have enabled networks to do more, but they’ve also made them complex. Software, machine learning, and automation will alleviate the problem.
09/16/2019
To secure industrial IoT, use segmentation instead of firewalls
Firewalls have been the de facto standard for securing internal devices, but the industrial internet of things (IIoT) will change that. Segmentation is the better option in those scenarios.
09/11/2019
How SD-Branch addresses today’s network security concerns
New digital technologies such as IoT at remote locations increase the need to ID devices and monitor network activity. That’s where SD-Branch can help, says Fortinet’s John Maddison.
08/12/2019
Mist's AI-driven virtual assistant speeds up network troubleshooting
Digital assistants using artificial intelligence will have a bigger impact as an IT support tool, as Mist Systems' virtual network assistant Marvis demonstrates.
06/27/2019
Cloud adoption drives the evolution of application delivery controllers
Application delivery controllers (ADCs) are on the precipice of shifting from traditional hardware appliances to software form factors.
06/06/2019
5G will augment Wi-Fi, not replace it
Jeff Lipton, vice president of strategy and corporate development at Aruba, adds a dose of reality to the 5G hype, discussing how it and Wi-Fi will work together.
06/04/2019
Survey finds SD-WANs are hot, but satisfaction with telcos is not
A recent survey of over 400 IT executives by Cato Networks found that legacy telcos might be on the outside looking in for SD-WANs.
05/29/2019
Online performance benchmarks all companies should try to achieve
With digital performance more important than ever, companies must ensure their online performance meets customers’ needs. A new ThousandEyes report can help them determine that.
05/23/2019
When it comes to uptime, not all cloud providers are created equal
Cloud uptime is critical today, but vendor-provided data can be confusing. Here's an analysis of how AWS, Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure compare.
05/09/2019
When Wi-Fi is mission-critical, a mixed-channel architecture is the best option
Multi-channel is the norm for Wi-Fi today, but it’s not always the best choice. Single-channel and hybrid APs offer compelling alternatives when reliable Wi-Fi is a must.
04/02/2019
How to determine if Wi-Fi 6 is right for you
The Wi-Fi 6 is on the horizon. Follow these steps to determine if your business should upgrade to the new wireless standard and how to prepare.
03/08/2019
Why Wi-Fi needs artificial intelligence
Business Wi-Fi has grown in importance, and an artificial intelligence-based operational model is needed to keep up with increasing demands.
03/06/2019
IoT security plans: 3 things you must include
For Internet of Things (IoT) implementations to succeed, network and security professionals need to create an IoT security roadmap that includes these three things.
02/27/2019
SD-WAN creates new security challenges
Security is one of the top concerns of organizations deploying an SD-WAN. Fortinet’s John Maddison explains what the SD-WAN security challenges are and how to address them.
02/08/2019
Build security into your IoT plan or risk attack
There’s huge potential with the IoT, but security must be built into a company’s plan and not tacked on at the end.
01/28/2019
Wi-Fi 6 with OFDMA opens a world of new wireless possibilities
Wi-Fi 6 is loaded with new features, but the most important is OFDMA, which provides high throughput and a more efficient network.
01/08/2019
Network management must evolve in order to scale container deployments
Containers are coming, and network professionals need to switch to telemetry-based management tools.
12/21/2018
Want to use AI and machine learning? You need the right infrastructure
IT is being tasked with supporting artificial intelligence and machine learning initiatives, which requires thinking broadly about infrastructure needs today and tomorrow.
12/21/2018
What to expect from SD-WANs in 2019
SD-WAN matures, moving out of the early-adopter phase and into the mainstream. That means big changes ahead for the market.
12/14/2018
Visibility plays critical role in a successful SD-WAN deployment
LiveAction’s president and CEO, Brooks Borcherding, explains how network visibility can overcome some of the challenges associated with migrating to an SD-WAN.
12/07/2018
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