Despite the hype, software defined networks aren't for everybody. Does you shop fit the profile?
A confusing switching strategy, ASIC-based SDNs, and router/server/storage convergence
CEO says delay allowed competitors to steer the conversation
At Cisco Live, Insieme articulates vision but shows no products; Cisco launches Nexus 7700 and fabric automation enhancements
Melds existing Connected Industries, Energy and Physical Security into one business unit
SDN start-up founded by Cisco Nexus and Catalyst engineers launches product, ecosystem
Programmable and optimized for 10/40/100G, Cisco Catalyst 6800 line still does not yet retire the decade-old Cat 6500
Spin-in may unveil its products, place in Cisco's programmable networking plan
Says it is not involved in NSA surveillance program or in Chinese espionage
Cumulus' network OS fits with trend by Google, Facebook to build software-defined data centers based on commodity switches
