Articles by tag "Network Architecture"

1. Access vs. Distribution vs. Core Switch Comparison Guide
   Selene Gong

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   In modern enterprise networking, a well-designed infrastructure is crucial for performance, security, and scalability. The hierarchical network model, typically comprising access, distribution, and core layers, defines specific roles for different types of switches. Understanding these ...
2. Aruba VSF vs Stacking: Choosing the Right Architecture for Your Network
   Selene Gong

   19
   In modern enterprise networks, uptime and operational efficiency are non-negotiable. IT administrators often face a key architectural decision when scaling their infrastructure: should they implement Aruba Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) or rely on traditional Backplane Stacking? Both ...
3. When to Route on Core Switches vs Next-Gen Firewalls in Enterprise Networks
   Selene Gong

   18
   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 ...
4. How Meet-Me-Rooms, Cross-Connects, and IXPs Work in Modern Data Centers
   Selene Gong

   18
   In today’s digital-first economy, the performance of enterprise applications, cloud services, and Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) heavily depends on what happens inside the data center. Meet-Me-Rooms (MMRs), Cross-Connects, and Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) form the backbone of modern data ...