Interop Reports

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By Jim Metzler in Cisco Fact-or-Fiction Series

Abstract:

2009 Interop Reports

The Cloud:  Jennifer Geisler and industry analyst Jim Metzler discuss all the hype around "The Cloud". Jim points out that customers must first invest in virtualization, automation and standardization. This will position them to do things faster and cheaper and make "The Cloud" a natural extension of their business process.

Applications:  Jennifer Geisler and industry analyst Jim Metzler discuss the role of the network in delivering applications. Jim specifically calls out how technologies such as virtualization can have a dramatic effect on user experience and explores how IT professionals need look at application performance across the network.

Switching:  Jennifer Geisler and industry analyst Jim Metzler discuss the drivers for the next generation LAN switch and how the Catalyst line of switches already deliver much of what businesses are looking for.

Routing:  Jennifer Geisler and Jim Metzler discuss the dynamics of the WAN routing market and the changes driving innovations. Specific topics include the need for greater availability and security while optimizing price for performance.