As communications service providers and multiple system operators (MSOs) seek to transform network infrastructure and business models, the groundswell of support for open networking continues to gain momentum. Following the lead of data centers and the success of various Open Compute initiatives, service providers are moving to disaggregated optical networking platforms making use of SDN/NFV […]
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Four Reasons Why Unified Application and Network Performance Tools Can Improve Business Outcomes
Fast networks get business done. We all know it and live it. Productivity rises, customers are happy, transactions occur. All helping to grow enterprises. But the engine that drives this success is performance and optimization of that network. But it’s not just a singular business that is affected by good network performance. It can be […]
The Race is on For Service Providers – How Business Ethernet Can Get You Past the Finish Line
It’s no secret that service providers are constantly looking for ways to bring new and innovative services to market in order to stay competitive and meet revenue objectives. While there is no silver bullet when it comes to edging out the competition, companies are starting to realize the benefits of adding business Ethernet services to […]
Kontron Ramps Up Open Networking Strategy with Inocybe Acquisition
Kontron has purchased open source software company Inocybe Technologies, as it aims to strengthen its NFV and SDN offerings for service providers and expand its IT network operator customer base. Inocybe CEO John Zannos will continue the role as general manager of Inocybe in Kontron, with full responsibility for the Inocybe business and its resources. […]
AT&T to Expand Security Capabilities with AlienVault Acquisition
AT&T plans to purchase privately-held cybersecurity company AlienVault to bolster its security solutions portfolio for small and medium-sized businesses, the telecom giant announced Tuesday. The deal is expected to close in the third quarter of 2018, but financial terms were not disclosed. San Mateo, Calif.-based AlienVault offers tools to identify and respond to cyber security […]
Colt Enters US Market, Betting on Software and Global Advantage
Colt Technology Services, a global data center and enterprise network services provider headquartered in the U.K., has launched its U.S. operations with a focus on on-demand solutions that aim to deliver a new model for intercontinental data services. Work on the launch began a little over a year ago, and is part of an overall […]
Ian Whiting Named President of Ruckus Networks
Arris announced Thursday that it has tapped Ian Whiting as the new president of its Enterprise Networks segment, Ruckus Networks. The move comes roughly six months after Arris closed on its $800 million purchase of the Ruckus Wireless and ICX Switch business from Broadcom. Whiting, chief commercial officer of Ruckus Networks, will replace Dan Rabinovitsj, […]
ONAP Issues Second Software Release, Beijing
ONAP issued its second software release, Beijing, on Tuesday, with enhancements focused on making it easier for network operators to deploy the network automation platform. ONAP’s latest release tackles the platform’s commercial readiness by implementing improvements designed for the “seven dimensions of deployability” — usability, security, manageability, stability, scalability, performance and resiliency. “We are delighted […]
Arris Introduces RDK Software Support Across EPON Gateways
As ANGA COM kicked off in Germany on Tuesday, Arris announced its next-generation EPON gateways will support RDK (Reference Design Kit) open-source software. The vendor said RDK support on the EPON version of its NVG78 PON gateway platform will provide customers with a unified back-office system for managing both fiber and DOCSIS architectures and simplified […]
Ciena Buying Packet Design to Enhance Network Automation Platform
Network solutions provider Ciena said it has agreed to acquire privately-held Packet Design, to help enhance the company’s network software strategy. Packet Design provides network performance management software focused on Layer 3 network optimization, topology and route analytics. The deal is expected to close during the third quarter of 2018. Financial terms were not disclosed. […]