Cisco revenue turns positive, as software, security sales up

Networking Digest A roundup of network technology content from TechTarget|February 19, 2018 FEATURED STORY Cisco revenue turns positive, as software, security sales up by Antone Gonsalves, Director of News Cisco revenue grew last quarter for the first time in more than two years, due, in part, to rising software sales. But analysts cautioned Cisco could still fall back into a slump. (SearchNetworking.com) Advertisement NEWS   Multi-cloud connectivity behind Citrix acquisition of Cedexis Citrix's acquisition of Cedexis marks its entry into the business of connecting multiple cloud data centers. Citrix is expected to combine NetScaler with Cedexis technology. (SearchNetworking.com)   Latest Juniper switches up throughput for cloud applications The latest Juniper switches target companies that want a network infrastructure with the throughput and management software to run apps in the data center and public clouds. (SearchNetworking.com)   SD-branch network concept as next stage of WAN connectivity SD-branch uses SD-WAN technology to simplify the branch network. It integrates multiple network functions now housed in separate components into software that runs in a single box. (SearchSDN.com)   ExtraHop intros Reveal(x) cybersecurity analytics software ExtraHop fortifies its packet capture platform with cybersecurity analytics software, Reveal(x); Mist introduces a virtual network assistant powered by artificial intelligence. (SearchNetworking.com)   Adopting business messaging apps requires changing corporate culture To successfully adopt business messaging apps in the enterprise, organizations must put end users at the center of a messaging strategy crafted to prevent shadow IT and collaboration silos. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   Enterprises given clarity on cost of cloud services Enterprises are gaining greater clarity about the cost of cloud services for UCC, as many IT departments are discovering that cloud deployments don't usually save them money. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   Enterprises won't reap benefits of 5G until 2020s The first commercial 5G deployments are scheduled for later this year. One report's 5G timeline predicts many enterprises won't reap the benefits of 5G until the mid-2020s. (SearchNetworking.com)   As 2018 IT budgets rise, network upgrades become priority A new TechTarget survey reveals network upgrades in 2018 are an amalgam of legacy and emerging technologies, as Wi-Fi fever spikes and network automation efforts grow. (SearchNetworking.com) EXPERT ADVICE   Existing branch routers could be replaced as SD-WAN matures Enterprises are moving away from traditional branch routers, as SD-WAN capabilities mature and offer consolidated network functionality on a single device. (SearchSDN.com)   Wide area Ethernet can fuel digital network transformation Wide area Ethernet might be just what the doctor ordered to help enterprises propel their digital network transformation efforts. (SearchNetworking.com)   The evolution of unified communications technologies Over the years, unified communications tools have evolved to incorporate different modes of collaboration. Enterprises need to be receptive to this ongoing innovation. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   How networking can prepare for 5G mobile technology An 'average Joe' engineer discusses the impact 5G mobile technology may bring to his operation as developments around the standard heat up. (SearchNetworking.com)   How to make machine learning systems work in the network Machine learning systems in networks are gaining acceptance, but our expert cautions that humans and APIs are still needed to keep complexity at bay. (SearchSDN.com)   Consolidating overlapping tools for enterprise collaboration Tools for enterprise collaboration are most effective when users work on the same platform. Consider these best practices to consolidate overlapping features. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com) About This E-Newsletter This e-newsletter is published by the TechTarget network. To unsubscribe from Networking Digest, click here. Please note, this will not affect any other subscriptions you have signed up for. TechTarget Networking Media Group, 275 Grove Street, Newton, MA 02466. Contact: webmaster@techtarget.com Copyright 2018 TechTarget. All rights reserved.