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Alan Weissberger Cloud Computing Networking Technology

2013 IDC Directions Part III- Where Are We Headed with Software-Defined Networking (SDN)?

Image courtesy of IDC.
Image courtesy of IDC.

Introduction: In the third article on the IDC Directions 2013 Conference (March 5th in Santa Clara, CA), we take a hard look at Software Defined Networking as presented by Rohit Mehra, IDC VP for Network Infrastructure. Note: Please see 2013 IDC Directions Part I for an explanation of the “3rd Platform” and its critical importance […]

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Alan Weissberger Technology

Infonetics Optimism on Service Provider Router/Switch Market contrasts with Cisco’s Cautious Outlook

2012 Global Revenue Share of Router and Switches to Service Providers according to Infonetics.

Introduction: Market research firm Infonetics Research recently released vendor market share and preliminary analysis from its 4th quarter 2012 (4Q12) and year-end Service Provider Routers and Switches report. (Full report will be published February 25th.  Infonetics is quite upbeat about this market segment for 2013, despite the cautious outlook from market leader Cisco Systems. Service Provider […]