Cloud Computing: Verizon Is Betting on SDN Technology To Deliver Faster Services

April 29, 2015 Off By David

Grazed from CIOToday. Author: Jennifer LeClaire.

Looking to jump into the next generation of networking technology, Verizon is working with Cisco Relevant Products/Services, Juniper Networks, Nokia Networks, and Alcatel-Lucent to deploy a software Relevant Products/Services-defined network Relevant Products/Services (SDN) architecture.

Essentially, Verizon is laying the groundwork for operational efficiencies that will set the stage for faster delivery of new services and applications. SDNs make it possible for network admins to manage network services more dynamically and cost-effectively. It’s a perfect solution for high-bandwidth applications in the telecom industry…

“This will become the foundation for innovative, new Verizon services and applications,” said John Chambers, Cisco chairman and CEO. “Both companies share a vision to transform the entirety of the network architecture to achieve the speed and operational efficiency required to meet the needs of today, as well as capture the growth opportunities to monetize with the Internet of Everything over the next decade and beyond."…

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