Networks + Telecoms

QLogic and Broadcom demonstrate end-to-end interoperability for 25Gb and 100Gb Ethernet

QLogic Corp. has announced the demonstration of the industry’s first end-to-end 25Gb and 100Gb Ethernet solution. Developed in collaboration with Broadcom Corporation (Nasdaq: BRCM), the platform combines Broadcom’s high-performance StrataXGS® Tomahawk™ Switch Series and QLogic’s cLOM8514 next-generation Ethernet controller, marking the industry’s first cross-vendor interoperability of 25Gb and100Gb Ethernet switches and controllers.

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Connectivity – Understanding the Power of Fibre

Whether the requirement is Internet connectivity for cloud based applications or links to a private WAN, most organisations now recognise the importance of a carrier neutral data centre. However, while the list of possible connections available may look compelling – some data centres boast hundreds of carriers – it is important to look beyond the top line promises. Jonathan Arnold, Managing Director, Volta, advises organisations to dig a little deeper to determine just how much...

Båstad selects ultra-compact data centre solution from Proact

Proact has been selected by Båstad Municipality in Sweden to deliver and deploy its new IT infrastructure. The core of the municipality’s data centre will be replaced by a novel solution with minimal space requirements. This will conserve energy, enhance reliability and facilitate support and daily IT operations.

CommScope to acquire TE Connectivity’s telecom, enterprise and wireless businesses

CommScope Holding Company, Inc.  has agreed to acquire TE Connectivity’s (NYSE: TEL) Telecom, Enterprise and Wireless businesses in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $3 billion. The transaction, which was approved by the boards of directors of both companies, is expected to accelerate CommScope’s strategy to drive profitable growth by entering into attractive adjacent markets and to broaden its position as a leading communications infrastructure provider. In...

UK businesses risk losing customers to rivals due to sluggish online experience

F5 Networks survey finds that 22 per cent of UK consumers only willing to wait 5 seconds for a website or app to respond before heading elsewhere.