Articles by tag "Cisco Networking"

1. When to Route on Core Switches vs Next-Gen Firewalls in Enterprise Networks
   Selene Gong

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   For enterprise network architects and senior infrastructure engineers, determining where Layer 3 routing logic should reside—on the core switch or the Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW)—is a foundational design decision. A misstep here can either cripple network performance with unnecessary ...
2. How to Save 30% on Cisco DNA Licensing (A Practical Buyer’s Guide)
   Selene Gong

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   If you’ve reviewed a recent Cisco quote, you’ve probably noticed something has changed. The cost is no longer just about hardware. In many enterprise network deployments, Cisco DNA licensing now accounts for 20% to 40% of the total project cost. For projects ranging from $50K to over $500K, ...