WHITE PAPER - This article presents an overview of the various Ethernet 10/100/1000 physical layer technologies for the copper medium. It discusses the pros and cons of active versus passive tapping and why active tapping is preferred for Gigabit Ethernet running over the copper medium. The switch-over behavior of active relay-based tapping is also presented.
Posted: July 1, 2009 | Published: July 1, 2009


Topics:  Ethernet Networks | Gigabit Ethernet | Network Management | Network Monitoring | Network Performance | Network Processing | Network Traffic Analysis

PRODUCT LITERATURE - This white paper outlines the basic obstacles enterprise business' face having remote employees. More specifically, it provides a problem - solution approach to WAN latency and bandwith hungry application issues that disrupt profitability.
Posted: July 1, 2009 | Published: January 1, 2006


Topics:  Bandwidth Management | LAN | Network Performance | WAN | WAN Hardware | WAN Switching

ANALYST REPORT - Businesses are turning to IT to drive down operating expenses as well as ratchet up productivity and efficiency to drive a more effective, leaner business in 2009 and beyond. IT needs to help save the business while remaining responsive, reliable, and agile, all using less investment than was previously available. Read on to learn more.
Posted: June 29, 2009 | Published: June 29, 2009


Topics:  Application Performance Management | Application Security | IT Asset Management | IT Best Practices | IT Spending | Network Applications Software | Network Management | Network Performance | ROI

BOOK - Most WANs see so much traffic these days that it's not just a matter of speeding things up. You also need comprehensive applications and user control before you can contain costs, enhance business productivity, and respond quickly to changing business requirements. Read this booklet to learn more about WAN optimization.
Posted: June 29, 2009 | Published: June 29, 2009


Topics:  Application Integration | Application Performance Management | Application Security | Network Applications Software | Network Infrastructure | Network Management | Network Performance | Network Security | WAN

ANALYST REPORT - Check out this brief analyst report to learn how a comprehensive up-the-stack approach supports today's mission-critical enterprise networks and provides reliable, rapid response times for network-centric business practices and applications on a 24/7 basis.
Posted: June 26, 2009 | Published: April 29, 2009


Topics:  Application Deployment | Application Performance Management | Content Delivery | Enterprise Systems | Network Management | Network Performance | WAN

WHITE PAPER - This paper reviews the best of the newest achievements in VSAT performance and utility and shows how these solutions could become part of the mainstream of corporate network deployment and an integral portion of commercial (and competitive) service provider offerings.
Posted: June 26, 2009 | Published: December 30, 2008


Topics:  Application Deployment | Application Development | Applications Management | Caching | Enterprise Applications Software | Enterprise Systems | Network Management | Network Performance | Satellite Communications Systems | WAN

ANALYST REPORT - Read this Aberdeen Group benchmark report to learn specific recommendations on achieving Best-in-Class status and how to focus first on the security of endpoint systems, then on compliance, then on optimizing ongoing management for greater efficiency and lower cost.
Posted: June 18, 2009 | Published: March 18, 2009


Topics:  Endpoint Security | Laptop Computers | Mobile Device Management | Network Management | Network Performance | Network Security | Notebook Computers | Security Management | Security Standards | Wireless Security

WHITE PAPER - This paper outlines the challenges of introducing next generation technology and defines the roles and responsibilities of a prime integrator. The critical elements of 3rd party engagement and management are also defined.
Posted: June 9, 2009 | Published: June 9, 2009


Topics:  Capital Expenditures | Network Architectures | Network Design | Network Infrastructure | Network Management | Network Performance | Telecommunications Infrastructure | Telecommunications Networks | Telecommunications Service Providers | Telecommunications Services

ANALYST REPORT - This research brief provides an overview of the current LTE market and addresses the technical and business challenges that operators will face as they migrate to all-IP networks. It provides insight into operators' common questions and helps address planning and implementation concerns including migrating away from existing legacy systems.
Posted: June 9, 2009 | Published: June 9, 2009


Topics:  IP | IP Networks | Mobile Device Management | Mobile IP | Network Architectures | Network Capacity | Network Infrastructure | Network Performance

WHITE PAPER - This white paper provides a brief introduction to Evolved Packet Core - a new mobile core for LTE. Key concepts and functional elements are outlined, as well as key changes in LTE requirements imposed on the Evolved Packet Core, and the deployment challenges one can expect to encounter.
Posted: June 9, 2009 | Published: June 9, 2009


Topics:  Mobile Device Management | Mobile IP | Network Appliances | Network Infrastructure | Network Management | Network Performance | Network Processing | Packet Shaping | Packet Switching

WEBCAST - Join Mark Urban, Director of Product Marketing for Application and Visibility, for a quick look at acceleration, what are the issues driving the need for WAN Optimization and Acceleration, and how Blue Coat fits in.
Posted: June 3, 2009 | Premiered: June 3, 2009


Topics:  Bandwidth Management | Network Management | Network Performance | Server Accelerators | SSL | Unified Messaging | WAN

WEBCAST - This demo provides an overview of challenges in monitoring and troubleshooting network performance issues in the diverse world of applications, and provides an overview of how Blue Coat helps you see traffic at the application level, track user performance, monitor voice and video quality, effectively troubleshoot and RESOLVE performance problems.
Posted: June 3, 2009 | Premiered: June 3, 2009


Topics:  Network Monitoring | Network Monitoring Software | Network Performance

EGUIDE - VoIP, and IP networks in general, work better when they can connect directly to other IP networks. However, there are challenges to skirting the PSTN altogether. This E-Guide covers the pitfalls of VoIP islands; the challenges associated with moving away from the PSTN; and ultimately how to get the most from your IP network.
Posted: May 29, 2009 | Published: May 29, 2009


Topics:  Bandwidth Management | IP | IP Networks | IP Telephony | Network Performance | PSTN | Telecommunications Carrier Systems | Telecommunications Networks | Unified Messaging | VoIP

WHITE PAPER - Troubleshooting is a necessary evil. Where does one start when the operating system does not start, the application does not load or run correctly, the network hangs or a network service does not listen or perform? Linux is noted for being rock solid, stable, and easy to manage but not as user friendly.
Posted: May 27, 2009 | Published: May 1, 2009


Topics:  Linux | Linux Clusters | Linux Desktop Environment | Linux Server Hardware | Network Configuration Management | Network Operating Systems | Network Performance | Operating Systems | Patch Management | Patch Management Software | Troubleshooting

DATA SHEET - IT organizations like yours are under pressure to deliver fast and responsive applications to users wherever they are. But you also have to protect data, systems and applications from malicious threats to ensure all your users can confidently transact business across your distributed network.
Posted: May 14, 2009 | Published: May 14, 2009


Topics:  Application Monitoring | Application Performance Management | Network Management | Network Management Protocols | Network Performance | Network Performance Management Software | Security Management | Security Policies