Gartner: SSE landscape shifts as vendors add more security services
Vendors are stacking their security service edge (SSE) suites with even more security functions, according to the latest Gartner Magic Quadrant.
5G network slices could be vulnerable to attack, researchers say
Configuration errors and device vulnerabilities could allow attackers to move laterally across 5G network slices.
Commercial quantum networks inch closer to primetime
The potential for attackers to use quantum computers to crack public key cryptography algorithms is driving research and investment in developing quantum-safe networks.
Enterprises turn to single-vendor SASE for ease of manageability
Getting the full SASE stack of networking and security capabilities from a single vendor can simplify deployment and management, but there are downsides to consider.
NTT, Palo Alto partner for managed SASE with AIOps
Using a managed services provider to deliver SASE can streamline deployment and free up enterprise resources.
Pros and cons of managed SASE
Managed SASE can be appealing for enterprises that want a single provider for deployment and management of WAN and security infrastructure, but there can be…
What to expect from SASE certifications
SASE certification options are expanding, with Palo Alto joining Cato Networks, Netskope and Versa Networks. Are they worth the effort?
IT supply issues have organizations shifting from just-in-time to just-in-case buying
Uncertainty about the length of backlogs for IT hardware means both vendors and enterprises are changing their purchasing strategies.
IoT security strategy from those who use connected devices
Reducing threats from enterprise IoT devices requires monitoring tools, software vulnerability testing, and network security measures including network segmentation.
Cisco DevNet certifications explained
New career-boosting certs are aimed at network automation, observability and programmability
Early adopters embrace private 5G
Two arenas and a manufacturing center are deploying private 5G networks for tech gains that include low latency, high reliability, and support for massive numbers…
Who’s selling private 5G and what do you get?
There are five common ways for companies to procure private 5G networks, and service levels can vary dramatically.
Private 5G promising for enterprises, but growth stymied by pandemic, lack of hardware
It’s still early days for private 5G networks, as a majority of enterprises are waiting for devices to mature, standards to progress, and solid use…
How SASE uses AI
SASE vendors are applying AI and machine learning to the network- and security-related data they collect to sharpen analytics, tighten security and boost performance.
Who’s selling SASE and what do you get?
SASE rolls networking and security into a cloud service, making it easier for enterprises to provide simple, secure access to corporate resources. Many vendors offer…
10 ways IT can navigate the chip shortage
Buying used gear, extending the life of existing IT equipment, and considering cloud alternatives are among the tactics industry watchers recommend for dealing with the…
Gartner: SSE is SASE minus the SD-WAN
Security service edge (SSE) bundles a cloud access security broker, secure web gateway and ZTNA, according to Gartner.
Cato adds fine-grained CASB controls to SASE platform
Adding CASB functionality to Cato’s SASE Cloud architecture is meant to make it easier for enterprises to protect against data breaches and cloud-delivered threats.
Top 10 outages of 2021
Cisco-owned network intelligence company ThousandEyes reveals the 10 biggest outages of 2021.
Supply chain woes forcing more workloads to the cloud
Chip shortages are driving enterprises to shift applications to the cloud, avoid ad-hoc hardware purchases, and work to improve their equipment forecasting capabilities.
Cisco CCIE certification explained
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert demonstrates an advanced understanding of networking principles plus specialized expertise in an area such as enterprise infrastructure, wireless, data center, security,…
What to expect from SASE certifications
NETWORK WORLD–Free and fee-based SASE certifications are cropping up from vendors including Cato Networks, Netskope and Versa Networks. Are they worth the effort?
Cisco adds specializations to its CCNP cert
NETWORK WORLD–Cisco Certified Network Professional demonstrates understanding of core networking principles plus specialized expertise in an area such as data center, security,and network programmability.
Network certs 2021: Significant raises for the right ones
NETWORK WORLD–As employees split their time between the office and working at home, IT skills requirements have shifted to cloud, security, and automation.
Cisco CCNA certification explained
Cisco Certified Network Associate is an associate-level certification designed to demonstrate that a candidate understands the fundamentals of networking, including network access, IP connectivity, security…
Energy company deploys edge devices to improve drilling efficiency
NETWORK WORLD–Stackable Hivecell boxes process data at the edge for real-time decision making and analytics.
WAN challenges steer auto-rental firm to SASE
SASE helps global car-rental company Sixt strengthen its network security architecture and ride out COVID-19 challenges.
Network training 2021: Businesses grow their own IT expertise to meet new challenges
NETWORK WORLD–With COVID-19 and a rising need for SASE, SD-WAN and cloud skills, businesses increasingly rely on in-house training to provide hands-on experience.
Who’s selling SASE and what do you get?
NETWORK WORLD–Secure access services edge is a young, cloud-based architecture that shows promise, but the elements that make it up differ depending on who’s selling…
What is SASE? A cloud service that marries SD-WAN with security
NETWORK WORLD–Secure access service edge is a Gartner model for streamlining network access, improving security, boosting network performance and reducing the number of vendors and…