Cisco whistleblower lawsuit settled for $8.6 million

Networking Digest A roundup of network technology content from TechTarget|August 5, 2019 FEATURED STORY Cisco security flaw leads to $8.6M payout in whistleblower case by Jonathan Dame, News Writer The settlement resolves allegations that a Cisco security flaw left governments vulnerable to hackers for years without Cisco taking action. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com) Advertisement NEWS   VMware acquisition of Uhana bolsters 5G offering to carriers The VMware acquisition of Uhana adds AI-driven network automation to VMware's virtualization platform for carriers. VMware competes against IBM's Red Hat. (SearchNetworking.com)   Bluescape releases newest version of its mobile app The newest Bluescape app enables users to give presentations by launching a session from the app onto a larger touchscreen. The app is available for both Android and iOS. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   Cloud exchange provider deploys Blue Planet orchestration In this case study, a Denver-based colocation and cloud exchange provider explains how Ciena's Blue Planet orchestration technology has helped make over its cloud exchange. (SearchNetworking.com)   Microsoft sets end date for Skype for Business Online Microsoft says it will stop offering Skype for Business Online starting July 31, 2021, making Teams the go-to Office 365 application for online calling and collaboration. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   New Gurucul network traffic analysis tool debuts Gurucul's new Network Behavior Analytics tool uses machine learning analytics to provide a full view of network activity to identify and monitor unusual activity from any entity. (SearchNetworking.com) EXPERT ADVICE   Top 5G use cases for business include fixed wireless, healthcare While 5G isn't fully baked yet, early business use cases are intriguing. Connections between branch offices and headquarters, for instance, could greatly improve. (SearchNetworking.com)   How well do you understand UC cloud SLAs? Getting the right UC cloud SLA can be difficult for organizations. This quiz covers the essentials of SLAs, from the basic components to IT's role. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   What steps should I take in the event of a network failure? Don't panic when the network goes down. Instead, use this checklist to go through five factors that could cause network failure, and follow tips on how to plan for them in advance. (SearchNetworking.com)   Craft collaboration metrics to enhance business benefits Collaboration metrics should focus on more than just how well platforms and tools function. Metrics should shift focus to how much collaboration tools improve a business. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   What is the difference between TCP/IP model vs. OSI model? Use this expert advice to learn the differences between the TCP/IP model vs. the OSI model, and explore how they relate to each other in network communications. (SearchNetworking.com)   Can Google collaboration slow Slack's momentum? Google got on the collaboration train early, but Slack has proven to be the more popular messaging platform. Will Google's investment in Hangouts Chat slow Slack? (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   Industry grapples with new Wi-Fi naming conventions What's in a name? As the industry gets accustomed to the WFA's new Wi-Fi naming conventions, networking pros discuss pros and cons -- and when to use Wi-Fi 6 vs. 802.11ax. (SearchNetworking.com)   Comparing video conferencing tools: Cisco, Microsoft and Zoom Before selecting a video conferencing platform, it's important to consider how the product addresses user needs, integrations, pricing and licensing, and product support. (SearchUnifiedCommunications.com)   Sizing up network edge switch offerings for a campus LAN In this E-Handbook, learn the difference between traditional and open network switches, how to assess your organization's need for edge switches and what features leading switches offer. (SearchNetworking.com)   What are the similarities and differences of TCP/IP vs. HTTP? TCP/IP made the internet, and HTTP made the web. Understanding how protocols enable web browsing is key to understanding the differences and similarities of TCP/IP vs. HTTP. (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.