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What is a network router? How AI networking driving its evolution

Network World

] Switches, on the other hand, typically operate at Layer 2, connecting and sorting packets to distribute traffic to devices within the LAN. Edge router: An edge router is basically the router that communicates with core routers and external networks, typically residing at the “edge” of a network.

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Why State & Local Governments Should be Prepared for Cloud

Cloud Musings

Jeremy is a Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) with more than 13 years of experience in IT, focusing heavily on unified communications, LAN/WAN and data center technologies.

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Do your VoIP services have a case of the 'jitters'?

Spearline Testing

Since the global adoption of VoIP and video as primary communication solutions, Unified Communications (UC) has never had a more valuable asset. Jitter refers to the variation in the latency/time delay of packets carrying voice or video data over a communications channel. IP telephony signaling and call status.

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The Realities of Rural 5G Deployment in the US

Forrester IT

Early last week, Ajit Pai, the Chairman of the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced his approval of the merger of T-Mobile and Sprint. This will result in a third mega-carrier in the US mobile wireless market, which is a good move for consumers like you and me. I am glad this deal will now […].

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