Operators Dish on Edge Computing Strategies at MEF 2019

Sdxcentral | November 23, 2019

While MEF has firmly taken the mantle as a standards defining body for SD-WAN, the association and its members are starting to follow the same playbook applied in its early years to carrier Ethernet, to other pursuits like security in SD-WAN and edge computing. Edge computing is an increasing area of interest to network operators and many are taking steps to implement the technology in tandem with 5G deployments, but these efforts differ somewhat in strategy and application. Multiple operators and vendors shared their views on edge computing at MEF 2019 this week as the association made strides toward defining the technology and what it can enable for operators. Edge computing is a dispersion or distribution of the cloud and latency is the driving force of this evolution, explained MEF CTO Pascal Menezes. “Latency is the new game in digital services,” he said during his keynote.

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Being fast and flexible is at the foundation of all digital and network transformation initiatives today. As businesses around the world, both big and small are rapidly digitising in a bid to develop operational resiliency, the need for robust networking practices has skyrocketed. This is where TTBS SD-WAN iFLX comes in. Watch the video for top features.

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DE-CIX and Crocker Communications Partner to Improve Connectivity for Massachusetts Customers

DE-CIX | December 29, 2022

DE-CIX, a leading Internet exchange operator, has announced that Crocker Communications, a Massachusetts company that offers enterprise-class services, will join its North American Transport Partner program. By taking part in the program, Crocker Communications can use DE-CIX's low-latency, high-capacity Internet exchange services. The enhanced partnership enables Crocker's customers to access DE-CIX New York, a carrier- and data center-neutral internet exchange in the Northeast region of the US, through a Network-to-Network Interconnection (NNI). Through this new partnership, Crocker Communications' customers can now benefit from greater interconnectivity and more reliable performance. "Our collaboration with Crocker Communications expands our focus on regional Transport Partner coverage. Businesses, ISPs, colleges, and universities across Western Massachusetts can readily access cost-effective, turnkey connectivity from our platform to help bridge the digital divide.” Ed d’Agostino, VP and General Manager of DE-CIX North America This will allow Crocker's customers to purchase a transport connection to DE-CIX, giving them greater control over their internet performance, including routing, latency, and direct connectivity. Crocker Communications will be able to give its customers access to DE-CIX's Internet exchange in New York if it joins the North American Transport Partner program. In addition, customers will have access to DE-CIX's multi-service interconnection solutions, including peering, private connectivity, and cloud connectivity. The partnership will improve connectivity across Massachusetts and give customers of both companies more control over their networks. About DE-CIX North America DE-CIX North America Inc., founded in 2013, is a wholly owned subsidiary of DE-CIX International AG, the world's leading internet exchange operator. New York, Dallas, Chicago, Richmond, and Phoenix DE-CIX Internet Exchanges create North America's largest neutral interconnection ecosystem. DE-CIX provides peering and interconnection services in North America. Customers gain more control over their networks and access to world-class content providers with DE-CIX North America's Internet Exchanges. They also gain IP transit, VPN, and blackholing services to mitigate DDoS attacks. DE-CIX Internet Exchange in New York is the fifth largest in the United States. Open-IX-certified and carrier- and data center-neutral. The IX platform serves major carrier hotels and data centers in each metro region.

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WatchGuard Technologies Launches New Tabletop Firewalls for Remote and Distributed Businesses

WatchGuard Technologies | February 21, 2023

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Kahoot! Partners with Zoom to Boost Online Meeting Engagement

Kahoot | January 09, 2023

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