SD-WAN spending is down, network management is up in 2020

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Networking Digest A roundup of network technology content from TechTarget|July 27, 2020 FEATURED STORY IT spending priorities in 2020 shift to network management, UC by Jennifer English, Site editor The global pandemic has temporarily slowed SD-WAN and campus network spending, but enterprises are still investing in network infrastructure, focusing on network management and UC. Advertisement NEWS   Microsoft Teams walkie-talkie launches for frontline workers Microsoft Teams can now turn your smartphone into a walkie-walkie. The feature recently launched in public preview on Android mobile devices.   G Suite users glad to finally get unified collaboration interface Google has added team project channels and video conferencing to the G Suite app Gmail. The move provides G Suite with its first unified interface for collaboration.   VMware load balancing aimed at NSX-T Users reacted positively to the latest VMware load-balancing product. The NSX Advanced Load Balancer promises to improve application performance in a VMware NSX-T virtual network.   5G fixed wireless access market grows in the US Carriers and startups are beginning to extend their 5G fixed wireless access offerings across the U.S. as they roll out new services in 2020. EXPERT ADVICE   How to make a business case for unified communications Making a business case for unified communications isn't the same as deciding on a PBX. ROI, for example, isn't as important. But training is. Here is what you should focus on.   What are licensed and unlicensed wireless frequency bands? Licensed and unlicensed frequency bands serve different purposes for wireless communications. Find out the differences between the two bands and the benefits of each.   Evolution of WLAN technology improves data rates, security WLAN technology has evolved dramatically -- most notably, in terms of network speeds and security. Innovations in Wi-Fi 6 show that the WLAN evolution isn't slowing, either.   The future of VPNs in a post-pandemic world Pre-pandemic, many experts touted VPN's demise. During the pandemic, VPNs became lifelines for remote workers to do their jobs. Here's what the future may hold for VPNs.   6 unified communications benefits for business productivity How can unified communications tools benefit your business? Explore these six unified communications benefits to make the right purchase decision for your needs.   What's the difference between a Layer 3 switch and a router? Even though they have common traits, there is a difference between a Layer 3 switch and a router. Each plays a key role in making sure packets get sent to their proper destination. About This E-Newsletter The Networking Digest is published by TechTarget, Inc., 275 Grove Street, Newton, Massachusetts, 02466 US. Click to: Unsubscribe. You are receiving this email because you are a member of TechTarget. When you access content from this email, your information may be shared with the sponsors or future sponsors of that content and with our Partners, see up-to-date Partners List, as described in our Privacy Policy. For additional information, please contact: webmaster@techtarget.com. © 2020 TechTarget, Inc. all rights reserved. Designated trademarks, brands, logos, and service marks are the property of their respective owners. Privacy Policy | Partners List