100 Gigabit Ethernet is coming - then what?

Internet's biggest issue? IPv6 transition, new ARIN CEO says; Gigabit Ethernet goes to war Network Architecture Alert NetworkWorld.com | Update Your Profile Sponsored by Juniper Networks Is Your Company Prepared for the Unexpected? In this webcast, you'll hear how to prepare the network now to seamlessly continue business operations during a major crisis, as well as a case study of an organization that has implemented a business continuity network plan. Spotlight Story 100 Gigabit Ethernet is coming - then what? The Ethernet Alliance can see the light at the end of the standards tunnel for 40 Gigabit and 100 Gigabit Ethernet, or IEEE 802.3ba, which are expected to be ratified in June 2010. But the work doesn't end there, and the alliance is looking for your input on where to go next. Read full story Related News: Internet's biggest issue? 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