Huawei targets large enterprises with AI-based 400 GbE switch

Networking Digest A roundup of network technology content from TechTarget|January 21, 2019 FEATURED STORY AI center stage in new Huawei CloudEngine switch by Antone Gonsalves, Director of News Huawei is betting on its Ascend AI chip to draw the largest enterprises to its latest high-capacity spine switch. The Huawei CloudEngine 16800 embeds AI into the network fabric. (SearchNetworking.com) Advertisement NEWS   Shopper privacy critical when using new Cisco DNA Spaces Software like the new Cisco DNA Spaces can help retailers improve their merchandising and supply chains. But the first priority should be protecting shopper privacy, an expert says. (SearchNetworking.com)   Yealink, Crestron release first Microsoft Teams phones Yealink and Crestron have received certification for their Microsoft Teams phones. Microsoft is expected to greenlight devices from Polycom and AudioCodes in the near future. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   Network management and monitoring top of mind for IT teams Network management and monitoring will take center stage in 2019, as IT professionals feel the pressure to monitor network devices, traffic and performance. (SearchNetworking.com)   Avaya follows Cisco into market for UC headsets Avaya has begun manufacturing UC headsets, following the lead of rival Cisco in a trend that is shaking up the market for such devices. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   RingCentral contact center expands with Connect First acquisition RingCentral's intention to acquire contact center provider Connect First follows a growing trend toward offering cloud contact centers as part of UCaaS environments. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   Look back at top IT infrastructure spending trends of 2018 Enterprise IT infrastructure spending trends in 2018 focused on data center servers and hosted and cloud collaboration, driving an increase in annual vendor revenue. (SearchNetworking.com) EXPERT ADVICE   Everything you need to know about UC as a service now Wondering how to approach the force that is UCaaS? The possible paths may vary significantly, but that doesn't mean there's one right way for every organization. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   What is a software-defined perimeter, and do I need it? An evolving network world requires evolving network security. Learn how software-defined perimeter offers a compelling answer to network vulnerabilities. (SearchNetworking.com)   Top ways unified communications in the cloud affects you Rapid developments in cloud-based unified communications means there is no time to lose when it comes to planning the strategic and tactical reorganization of your IT team. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   What are the top benefits of CDN services for enterprises? You might be asking yourself, 'Do I need a CDN?' According to one network analyst, the answer is most likely yes, as CDNs provide faster access to internet content. (SearchNetworking .com)   Improve the contact center experience with 3 key integrations Organizations that want to offer a modern contact center experience can turn to AI, messaging apps and UC to improve agent productivity and customer service. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   Get into the nitty-gritty of SD-WAN technology Discover SD-WAN outside of the fundamentals. Learn how it plays with management tools, get steps on how to transition from MPLS and read best practices for SD-WAN issues. (SearchNetworking.com)   Where the UCaaS market is and where it's headed Fresh survey results from Nemertes show a dynamic market for UC as a service with some unpredictable impact on organizations and networking staff. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   Predictive networks: How realistic are they? While the associated term might sound magical, predictive networks make use of real historical data to predict network events. Be ready for a bit of complexity, though. (SearchNetworking.com)   How do you build a business case for speech technology applications? Building a business case for speech technology requires an understanding of the current use cases. Our expert explains what to look for when building a business case for speech technology. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   How might NFV in IoT enhance network edge security? The emergence of IoT devices has considerable network security implications. An NFV architecture, however, could add another layer of network defense. (SearchNetworking.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.