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MPLS vs. Ethernet: Which WAN connectivity option is best?
This MPLS vs. Ethernet list gives enterprise IT a breakdown of the pros and cons for using these technologies in the wide area network (WAN). Technology comparison
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Maintaining network virtualization over different WAN services
Chapter 7 of the book "Network Virtualization" offers a wealth of information on the best practices of maintaining virtual networks (VNs) over different WAN services. Book Chapter Download
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MPLS vs. VPN: Comparing ADSL MPLS VPNs with ADSL IP VPNs
Expert Chris Partsenidis hashes out the MPLS vs. VPN debate to determine whether cheaper ADSL IP VPN alternatives are better than ISP-supported ADSL MPLS VPNs for your WAN. Tutorial
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ADSL IP VPN advantages and disadvantages
Find out the ADSL IP VPN advantages and disadvantages before upgrading your enterprise wide area network (WAN) link to this telecom service. Tutorial
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ADSL VPN primer
This ADSL VPN primer explains what an Asymmetic Digital Subscriber Line IP VPN is and introduces IT professionals to ADSL VPN security, services and backup. Primer
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T1 circuit or MPLS network: How to choose
The venerable T1 circuit is making way for the high-speed, easy to manage MPLS network. While the carriers are not ripping out T1 connections, they are pressuring WAN managers to abandon them. Feature
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When the wire lets you down: Using 3G and 4G for wireless WAN backup
Wireless WAN backup solutions using 3G networks and 4G networks are quickly becoming a viable alternative to slower ISDN or DSL connections. Whether in the middle of downtown or on the other side of the world, going with a WWAN connection might be a ... Feature
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Wide area network optimization: WAN service providers vs. in-house deployments
To outsource your wide area network optimization or keep it in-house is a complex decision. Learn the benefits and drawbacks of both to help make your decision, in this last section of the e-Book, 'The Ultimate Guide to Gaining Control of the WAN.' Tutorial
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Classes of MPLS services: Find the best MPLS/VPN service for your WAN
Despite the many names given to MPLS/VPNs by marketers, there are only three classes of MPLS-based VPN services with very distinct characteristics. If you’re able to map their service descriptions into one of these classes, you’ll immediately underst... Technology Primer
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How to map WAN technology to branch office network tiers and meet SLAs
After defining network requirements and service-level agreements (SLAs) for each type of branch office in an organization, wide area network managers can map technologies to appropriate network tiers to identify the best WAN technology for corporate ... e-Book Chapter
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Connecticut school district deploys Comcast Metro Ethernet network
The Farmington School district in Connecticut has deployed a Comcast Metro Ethernet network to support online testing and educational applications across the district. News | 21 Mar 2012
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VoIP over WAN: Basic network considerations
With proper configuration and good system management, VoIP over WAN delivers good voice quality. News | 22 Feb 2012
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Virtela's application acceleration service storms WAN optimization market
Is your company struggling to find WAN professionals? Virtela Technology Services' cloud-based application acceleration service could be the answer. Product Spotlight | 14 Oct 2011
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MPLS and Ethernet WAN connectivity send frame relay and ATM packing
Legacy WAN connectivity options, such as ATM and frame relay, are falling out of favor as businesses spend more on MPLS and Ethernet WAN services, according to In-Stat. News | 16 Sep 2011
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With Ethernet exchanges, Ethernet WAN services available more places
With Ethernet exchanges, WAN pros have more options for Ethernet WAN services because a service provider can extend connectivity beyond its own footprint. News | 10 Aug 2011
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4G wireless WAN services with SLAs: Too good to be true?
Despite the hype, 4G is as much of a best-effort consumer service as 3G is for branches. But Sprint is trying to make 4G business-ready with its new wireless WAN services. News | 08 Jul 2011
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WAN pros find Metro Ethernet services fast, cheap, simple alternative
WAN managers tasked with satisfying an insatiable hunger for bandwidth are looking to Metro Ethernet and other Ethernet WAN services for bigger, cheaper pipes. News | 01 Jul 2011
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Why should you deploy an IPv6 internal network now?
Oracle's senior network engineer encourages businesses to deploy an IPv6 internal network in tandem with an external one to save companies headaches and extra costs. News | 27 Apr 2011
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Time to unplug MPLS? IT pros consider broadband for WAN connectivity
Looking to cut WAN costs associated with expensive private circuits, enterprises are considering standard broadband as a primary means of WAN connectivity for select branches. News | 01 Feb 2011
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No more second chances: When it's time to change WAN service providers
Dumping a WAN service provider isn't a casual decision, but there are some problems you shouldn't put up with. We asked three IT pros to share what pushed them over the edge. Article | 04 Aug 2010
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RFP process steps for selecting network carriers and equipment vendors
These RFP process steps detail everything organizations need to include in a request for proposal to new network carriers and equipment vendors. Tip
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WAN and cloud service management: Simplify life with your providers
Use these tips on WAN and cloud service management to simplify your life managing and negotiating with multiple WAN and cloud providers. Tip
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How to manage service providers on your own
IT professionals who handle global networks need to know how to manage service provider relationships. This article explains how to be your own MSP. Tip
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Managing service providers for multicarrier networks
If you run a global network, chances are you deal with managing service provider relationships. Use these tips to reduce network complexity. Tip
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Ethernet advantages and disadvantages for WAN connectivity
Learn the advantages and disadvantages of Ethernet in WAN environments -- Ethernet advantages include low costs and disadvantages like more resources needed. Tip
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MPLS advantages and disadvantages for WAN connectivity
MPLS advantages include reliability and quality of service (QoS) compared to other WAN connectivity options. Learn other pros and cons in this tip. Tip
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Mobile expense management: How to measure mobile costs
Network managers can properly analyze the costs of remote and mobile workers with mobile expense management. Learn how in this tip. Tip
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Mobile telecom expense management (TEM): Where to cut BYOD costs
Bring-your-own-device (BYOD) enterprise environments complicate mobile telecom expense management. Learn to analyze the costs of the global workforce. Tip
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Telecom expense management (TEM) infiltrated by mobile device mayhem
Mobile devices are challenging telecom expense management (TEM) in the enterprise. Learn why and what potential solutions may help WAN managers. Tip
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Cloud access: Alternatives to Internet connectivity
The Internet's unreliability and questionable security keep many enterprises from adopting cloud services. But companies can consider these alternative cloud access options. Tip
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Are active-active network configurations possible over MPLS?
Telecom expert Mike Jude explains how to create an active-active network configuration for load sharing and backup in an MPLS implementation, in this expert response. Answer
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RFP process steps for selecting network carriers and equipment vendors
These RFP process steps detail everything organizations need to include in a request for proposal to new network carriers and equipment vendors. Tip
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WAN and cloud service management: Simplify life with your providers
Use these tips on WAN and cloud service management to simplify your life managing and negotiating with multiple WAN and cloud providers. Tip
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How to manage service providers on your own
IT professionals who handle global networks need to know how to manage service provider relationships. This article explains how to be your own MSP. Tip
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Managing service providers for multicarrier networks
If you run a global network, chances are you deal with managing service provider relationships. Use these tips to reduce network complexity. Tip
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Are active-active network configurations possible over MPLS?
Telecom expert Mike Jude explains how to create an active-active network configuration for load sharing and backup in an MPLS implementation, in this expert response. Answer
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MPLS vs. Ethernet: Which WAN connectivity option is best?
This MPLS vs. Ethernet list gives enterprise IT a breakdown of the pros and cons for using these technologies in the wide area network (WAN). Technology comparison
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Ethernet advantages and disadvantages for WAN connectivity
Learn the advantages and disadvantages of Ethernet in WAN environments -- Ethernet advantages include low costs and disadvantages like more resources needed. Tip
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MPLS advantages and disadvantages for WAN connectivity
MPLS advantages include reliability and quality of service (QoS) compared to other WAN connectivity options. Learn other pros and cons in this tip. Tip
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Mobile expense management: How to measure mobile costs
Network managers can properly analyze the costs of remote and mobile workers with mobile expense management. Learn how in this tip. Tip
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Mobile telecom expense management (TEM): Where to cut BYOD costs
Bring-your-own-device (BYOD) enterprise environments complicate mobile telecom expense management. Learn to analyze the costs of the global workforce. Tip
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About Selecting telecommunications services and providers
Here you'll find information about selecting telecommunications services from providers that will help you build high-capacity, efficient WANs. Learn the differences between WAN options like MPLS, T1, frame relay and business Ethernet services, and which will work best for your business needs. You'll also find best practices for dealing with carrier contract negotiations so you can maximize your telecom dollars and ways to ensure the services you're receiving are meeting your service-level agreements (SLAs).