New service options, namely cloud computing and SaaS (software as a service), are emerging as ways for enterprises to gain access to additional IT resources. These services impact the WAN, however, and their pros and cons must be considered. Learn more about the basics of each and how to mitigate their effects on network security, data sourcing and storage, application performance and traffic bottlenecks.
Got experience running a WAN? Cloud computing may not be so scary
SearchEnterpriseWAN.com | 03 Feb 2010 INTERVIEW - If you operate a WAN, cloud computing may not be as big a leap as you think. Riverbed's chief scientist explains why wide area network admins may already be prepared for the cloud.
Network data encryption security a key to cloud computing requirements
Submitted By: SearchEnterpriseWAN.com | 01 Dec 2009 TIP - Network data encryption security is the best defense for cloud computing outside the enterprise firewall, including all data and communications that need to be encrypted.
Building a secure cloud computing infrastructure: The case for single sign-on
Submitted By: SearchEnterpriseWAN.com | 18 Nov 2009 TIP - Network engineers building secure cloud computing infrastructure should look to single sign-on solutions using existing standards and processes to enforce access control for users.
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