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DX NetOps Upgrade Weekend Program: Maximizing Upgrade Success

In the fast-paced world of network technology, staying current with the latest software releases is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge. However, upgrading software can often be a daunting task, fraught with risks and challenges. That's where Broadcom’s Designated Weekend Upgrade Program comes into play. This program is free of charge and offers an innovative approach to software upgrades that promises to revolutionize the way you update your DX NetOps landscape.

What Are the Top Network Automation Trends In 2024?

It is the time of the year when we revisit our carefully written 2024 New Year resolutions list and frown at how we could not stick to it religiously. Letting the everyday demands of life and work get in its way. It isn’t amusing to realize we are not committed to our boldly written, heartfelt intentions. However, if you are a networking professional, we have the good news. You can ace your job as well as carve out the ‘me’ time to pursue your 2024 resolutions.

Zoom Monitoring: Detect & Troubleshoot Zoom "Poor Network Connection" Issues

Whether you’re a remote worker or working for an international business, video conferencing platforms have become indispensable tools for businesses and organizations worldwide. Among them, Zoom is a VIP player, facilitating seamless virtual meetings and collaborations. However, as IT professionals well know, the efficacy of these digital gatherings can be compromised when confronted with network-related challenges.

Understanding DDoS Attacks: Motivation and Impact

DDoS attacks disrupt services and damage reputations, with motivations ranging from political to personal. These attacks can also mask more severe security breaches, so early detection and mitigation are crucial. Learn how Kentik provides a solution by analyzing enriched NetFlow data to identify and mitigate DDoS threats.

MSSP Monitoring Use Cases: The Benefits of Network Monitoring for MSSPs

Nowadays businesses are confronted with increasingly sophisticated cyber threats that pose significant risks to their operations, data, and reputation. To combat these threats effectively, organizations often turn to Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) for expert guidance and support. Unlike traditional Managed Service Providers (MSPs), MSSPs specialize in delivering comprehensive security and network monitoring solutions tailored to the unique needs of their clients.

AppNeta Is Getting a New Look and Feel

Broadcom offers two robust solutions for network operations: DX NetOps and AppNeta. These solutions work together to provide active, passive, and infrastructure monitoring, giving you continuous, end-to-end visibility into your networks. Our vision is to bring DX NetOps and AppNeta closer together to offer experience-driven NetOps—providing a unified solution that delivers comprehensive network visibility and network path analytics.

The Reality of Streaming Telemetry and SNMP

In this LinkedIn Live replay, Kentik's Phil Gervasi and Chris O'Brien delve into the evolving landscape of network monitoring, focusing on the transition from SNMP to streaming telemetry. Despite SNMP's long-standing dominance in network observability, the duo explores its limitations and the rising adoption of streaming telemetry for enhanced granularity and real-time data analysis. With his extensive experience as a network engineer, Chris shares valuable insights into the practical implications of this shift for enterprises of all sizes.