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The Four Elements of EIGRP
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: EIGRP has been used successfully for many years by enterprises of all sizes, using mostly Cisco devices. It converges as fast as any other internal gateway protocol and provides features that facilitate design, implementation, and troubleshooting. Download this resource to learn more.
Posted: 21 Feb 2014 | Published: 21 Feb 2014

Global Knowledge

Ensuring a Smooth Transition to Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)
sponsored by Brocade
WHITE PAPER: As the transition from IPv4 to IPv6 occurs, the challenge of accommodating both protocols becomes a big challenge. Learn about four transition technologies, along with their advantages and disadvantages.
Posted: 12 Dec 2011 | Published: 12 Dec 2011

Brocade

Service Providers' Competitive Response: The Why and How of Network, Services and Business Transformation
sponsored by Alcatel-Lucent
WHITE PAPER: The telecom market will transform into an IP-based world, where the strategy for growth has to take into account media and Internet convergence. This paper presents a strategy to succeed in today's environment and anticipate tomorrow...
Posted: 10 Sep 2007 | Published: 01 Sep 2007

Alcatel-Lucent

Key Considerations for MPLS IP-VPN Success
sponsored by XO Communications
WHITE PAPER: Uncover the benefits of an MPLS-based private IP network and learn how it can not only help you simplify network management and reduce costs, but also prioritize application, create and improve disaster recovery, and much more!
Posted: 25 May 2012 | Published: 30 Apr 2012

XO Communications

IPSEC VS. VPN: Transition Criteria and Methodology
sponsored by SonicWALL
WHITE PAPER: This white paper explains the differences between the VPN technologies and provides criteria for deciding whether you should replace your IPSec VPN with SSL VPN. It also presents a step-by-step, practical approach to implementing your replacement.
Posted: 15 Nov 2007 | Published: 01 Nov 2007

SonicWALL

“How Will the Migration from IPv4 to IPv6 Impact Voice and Visual Communication?”
sponsored by Polycom, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper discusses the video solutions available today and provide a snapshot of the current video market.
Posted: 18 Oct 2011 | Published: 18 Oct 2011

Polycom, Inc.

Achieving Financial and Functional Advantages in Connected Building Solutions with the Unified Physical Infrastructure℠(UPI)
sponsored by Panduit
WHITE PAPER: Read this paper to learn about being connected building planning requires tightly integrated, well-coordinated cross-functional communication and project management across four functional phases: organizational alignment, technology strategies, network design considerations, and financial analysis.
Posted: 28 Jan 2010 | Published: 28 Jan 2010

Panduit

A Business Guide to MPLS IP VPN Migration: Five Critical Factors
sponsored by XO Communications
WHITE PAPER: Uncover five critical factors for a successful migration to an MPLS IP VPN service in this whitepaper. Learn the evolving needs of today’s enterprise networks and uncover how an MPLS-based IP VPN can help you fulfill these wants and needs.
Posted: 25 May 2012 | Published: 30 Apr 2012

XO Communications

Implementing Fax over IP (FoIP) in your Organization
sponsored by OpenText
WHITE PAPER: This white paper discusses how fax servers and new FoIP investments fit into an organization’s overall document delivery strategy. Continue reading to learn why you should implement FoIP in your organization today.
Posted: 07 May 2010 | Published: 07 May 2010

OpenText

Creating a Best-of-Breed DDI Solution in a Microsoft Environment
sponsored by Infoblox
WHITE PAPER: Access this informative whitepaper and learn how you can implement effective DNS, DHCP, and IP address management (DDI).
Posted: 22 May 2014 | Published: 22 May 2014

Infoblox