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NETWORKING UPDATE    Friday, November 02, 2012 News   |   Commentary   |   Slideshows   |   Reports   |   Videos   |   TechCenters   |   Events   |   RSS Feeds   TOP STORY Cisco's Next Big Challenge By Fritz Nelson In this Valley View interview, CEO John Chambers discusses Cisco's long record of wins, and its biggest challenge yet: the move to software-defined networks. MUST READ Hurricane Sandy: Disaster Recovery Improv Tales In lower Manhattan, Peer1 Hosting used a bucket brigade to replenish fuel for diesel generators on the 18th floor after pumps and the elevator broke down. In New Jersey, SunGard rerouted fuel trucks to avoid flooded intersections. Hurricane Sandy: Better Cell Site Backup Needed Why did some carrier networks maintain connection through the brunt of the storm but go dead the next day? Inadequate backup battery power. 4G World: AT&T Plays Consumer Catch-Up Wireless industry can't stay ahead of consumers, but it can plan its networks to keep pace more effectively, says AT&T Labs executive. Sprint Builds Out LTE In 200+ Cities As its Q3 losses widen and its iDen customer exodus continues, Sprint continues with its LTE rollout race, despite vendor delays. Huawei Proposes Security Test Center In a bid to address regulators' security fears, Chinese telecom company Huawei wants to establish a cyber security test center in Australia. Virtualization And The Case For Universal Grid Architectures Today, virtualization can make one system act like 10, but making 10 physical boxes look and act like one is far more valuable. And that is where we are heading. Ericsson CTO: Let's Redefine SDN Ulf Ewaldsson sets the tone at the Broadband World Forum by proposing a new definition of software-defined networking. MORE NETWORKING NEWS ALSO IN THIS EDITION • Virtualization And The Case For Universal Grid Architectures • Ericsson CTO: Let's Redefine SDN • Research: IaaS Buyer's Guide • Service Oriented Architecture for Dummies • Apple's Non-Apology Annoys Judge • Cyber Attacks: Are You Really Safe? • InformationWeek 2013 Standardization Survey JOIN THE CONVERSATION Posted By John doe: "Did Microsoft do any "dog fooding" with Windows 8, it has to be the most ugly UI ever. It is pure garbage." In reply to: "Windows 8 Hardware Shopping Adventures" View Entire Response | Post Your Own Reply   REPORTS & WHITEPAPERS: FEATURED REPORT Research: IaaS Buyer's Guide Infrastructure-as-a-service lets companies focus on their core competencies, instead of on installing and maintaining computer hardware. But with so many vendors in the market, how do you know which one is the best fit for your company? We look at 9 IaaS providers and 10 services categories to help IT pros answer that question. DOWNLOAD NOW (REGISTRATION REQUIRED) MORE REPORTS FEATURED WHITEPAPERS Service Oriented Architecture for Dummies Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) makes technology a true business enabler and empowers business and technology leaders to respond to change with increased agility. DOWNLOAD NOW (REGISTRATION REQUIRED) MORE WHITEPAPERS   MOST POPULAR STORIES Apple's Non-Apology Annoys Judge Apple has been ordered to rewrite an apology it owes Samsung regarding tablet design after a U.K. judge scoffed at the original. 10 Wearable Health Tech Devices To Watch Wearable medical technology is becoming a hot commodity. As these devices come to market, they have the potential to help both patients and clinicians monitor vital signs and symptoms. Windows 8 Vs. Windows RT: 8 Key Differences With the introduction of Windows 8 and Windows RT, Microsoft splits its flagship OS into two distinct flavors. Examine the most important contrasts. 6 Reasons To Want Windows 8 Ultrabooks Ultrabooks got off to a slow start -- but thanks to new Intel chips, Windows 8 and creative form factors, 2013 might be the breakout year. Apple's Exec Shakeup: 10 Necessary Fixes If Apple wants a more collaborative management structure, it will need to become a more open, collaborative company.   WEBCASTS: Cyber Attacks: Are You Really Safe? Are you ready for the coming Cyber War? Attacks against financial institutions and other critical commercial institutions are just the beginning. Join us for the informative session to learn what advanced evasion techniques (AETs) are, how they differ from standard attacks and how to stay under their radar. It happens Tuesday, October 30, 2012 More Information & Registration MORE WEBCASTS   RESOURCES AND EVENTS: InformationWeek 2013 Standardization Survey We are conducting a survey to explore IT standardization policies. One lucky participant will win a 6GB Google Nexus 7 tablet. It happens March 25-29 in Orlando, Fla.

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