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UK broadband speeds create bottleneck

UK broadband speeds create bottleneck

Broadband speeds in the UK, Italy and Spain and many other countries are barely keeping pace with the demands of web-based applications and video services, according to a new survey.

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In-depth

WAN optimisation or a 'real' upgrade?

WAN optimisation or a 'real' upgrade?

WAN optimisation seems to make sense but IT managers are faced with the burning question: Is it really worth the investment?

Case study

The smell of WAN acceleration

The smell of WAN acceleration

Global perfumer Coty used WAN appliances to improve its download speeds and remove the need for caching servers.

In-depth

Too much network control is a bad thing

Too much network control is a bad thing

Network admins with too much control are a common problem - and one that needs fixing, CIOs warn.

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Opinion

Moving towards a smarter LAN

Moving towards a smarter LAN

The network, the identity store, and policy - currently, these three elements are fairly separate, but integrate them tightly and watch them simplify the administration of controls in your LAN.

Case study

WAN acceleration on the ocean wave

WAN acceleration on the ocean wave

Two cruise lines try WAN optimisation, one choosing a single-ended solution and the other picking two-ended technology.

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