Remove Digital Transformation Remove MPLS Remove WAN
article thumbnail

From MPLS to SD-WAN to SASE: An Evolution of Enterprise Networking

CATO Networks

1990s – 2000s: MPLS and the Era of Clear Network Boundaries? Dedicated network connectivity, known as MPLS, was the preferred approach for connecting remote locations. Dedicated network connectivity, known as MPLS, was the preferred approach for connecting remote locations. This is easier said than done.

MPLS 52
article thumbnail

New Research Documents How Traditional Telco Services Cripple Digital Transformation

CATO Networks

T he report, Telcos and the Future of the WAN in 2019 focuses on those 432 who purchase telco services for organizations with MPLS backbones. Repeatedly we heard that SD-WAN continues to serve as the basis of their digital transformation efforts. SD-WAN alone says nothing about defending the company edge.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

How to Terminate Your MPLS Contract Early

CATO Networks

In the era of digital transformation, your organization might be looking for a more agile and cloud-friendly alternative to MPLS. But while getting off your MPLS contract might seem daunting due to hefty early termination fees, its actually easier and less expensive than you might think.

MPLS 52
article thumbnail

5 Reasons Why You'll Want to Consider SD-WAN

Akins IT

Luckily, SD-WAN can be configured to prioritize business-critical traffic and real-time services like Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and then effectively steer it over the most efficient route. Performance MPLS was the top dog in enterprise WAN before cloud-computing and mobile smart devices exploded in popularity.

WAN 52
article thumbnail

Is SD-WAN Really Dead?

CATO Networks

Happy To Announce the Birth of a New Technology – SD-WAN It wasnt that long ago that we oohed and ahhed over the brand-new technology called SD-WAN. The new darling of the networking industry would free us from the shackles of legacy MPLS services. SD-WAN: The Toddler Years When SD-WAN was born, there was much to love.

WAN 52
article thumbnail

5 SD-WAN Gaps that are Answered by SASE

CATO Networks

When SD-WAN emerged a decade ago, it quickly became a viable and cost-effective solution to MPLS. Back then, it was the technology for digital transformation. But today, enterprises have more advanced network and security needs , and IT leaders are realizing that SD-WAN doesnt address them. Whats the alternative ?

SASE 52
article thumbnail

The 4 Drivers in the Journey to Full WAN Transformation

CATO Networks

Organizations around the world are beginning to go through digital transformation projects. They are moving their datacenters to the cloud, using more and more SaaS products, and moving their networking ( SD-WAN ) and security ( FWaaS ) to cloud-based solutions. WAN transformation is one such example.

WAN 52