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Network virtualization

• VM networking best practices to boost network performance

  Admins who familiarize themselves with VM network switches and activity can better understand issues and employ best practices to mitigate lackluster network performance.  Continue Reading

• 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

• 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