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Network virtualization

• Network function virtualization needs to evolve to overcome challenges

  Although NFV can help organizations be more agile, the technology still has a long way to go before it can meet evolving data center needs. Read this author Q&A to find out more.  Continue Reading

• How IT silos are affecting VMware NSX licensing and adoption

  NSX adoption has expanded rapidly over the last year, but the product still faces challenges and pricing complaints.  Continue Reading

• VMware hopes hybrid cloud networking is the future of NSX

  As vSphere revenue dips, VMware is hoping NSX can find its place in the cloud.  Continue Reading

• Advantages of network virtualization impress, but hurdles remain

  With the advent of NFV, IT managers are finding new ways to improve data center networking.  Continue Reading

• As the 'brains' of SDN, network controllers enable agility

  Following the lead of hyperscale providers like Google and Amazon, IT managers employ software-defined network controllers to meet the requirements of monolithic applications.  Continue Reading

• VMware NSX roadmap puts focus on SDDC and cloud security

  VMware executives talked up the security aspects of an NSX deployment, citing use cases and giving a preview of upcoming features.  Continue Reading

• NSX network virtualization, hyper-converged ruled 2014

  NSX networking virtualization was one of the most talked about subjects in 2014, along with software-defined data centers and hyper-converged infrastructures. Here are the top virtualization tips of 2014.  Continue Reading

• What does ‘software defined’ actually mean?

  Software defined is a term used to describe a wide variety of products, but it’s often used to catch your attention rather than describe a product’s function  Continue Reading

• Software-defined technology that you should know about

  No matter what word follows the phrase "software defined," it catches IT professionals' attention. Here's a deeper look at the different software-defined options.  Continue Reading

• The nitty-gritty of VMware NSX

  VMware NSX has become a point of pride for the vendor. Before you jump on the network virtualization bandwagon, get all the facts.  Continue Reading

• Will VMware NSX polarize or unite server and networking teams?

  Software defined networking could break down silos and create a converged IT family, but there's bound to be sibling rivalry along the way.  Continue Reading

• Virtualization widens schism between server and networking teams

  Virtual networking has revived tensions between server and networking teams within data centers, but it's a dynamic both sides must embrace.  Continue Reading