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OpenFlow protocol guide: SDN controllers and apps
The OpenFlow protocol is the first SDN language to be productized and implemented. Learn about OpenFlow SDN controllers and apps in this guide. guide
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Northbound API guide: The new network application
SDN promises network programmability with northbound APIs that allow a new set of network applications to granularly control and manage the network. Guide
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IBM DOVE: Big Blue enters the network virtualization battleground
Look out Nicira and Big Switch, IBM is developing a network virtualization strategy that relies on its own virtual network overlay technology. Feature
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OpenFlow protocol primer: Looking under the hood
We know the OpenFlow protocol can be used to abstract the network control plane from underlying physical infrastructure, but how exactly does the protocol work? Feature
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The application tier of a software-defined networking architecture
In a software-defined networking architecture, controller-based OpenFlow applications could deliver highly scalable, efficient and manageable network services. Feature
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SDN applications contest: Internet2 offers cash for innovative ideas
Intenet2 has launched a contest that will award up to $10,000 for innovative SDN applications. News | 20 May 2013
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NEC SDN applications and open northbound API: Will OpenDaylight bite?
NEC unveiled SDN applications built on an open northbound API to optimize and secure the cloud. Will OpenDaylight use the interface as a standard? News | 08 May 2013
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Midokura network virtualization: Layer 2-7 services, OpenStack
Japanese startup Midokura unveils its Layer 2-7 network virtualization with network overlay and OpenStack integration. News | 17 Oct 2012
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IBM's OpenFlow controller: Big Blue eyes SDN's application layer
The IBM OpenFlow controller will enable Big Blue to develop network applications on top of software defined networks. News | 08 Oct 2012
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In software defined networks, applications define the network
As software defined networks evolve, it appears applications will control, even define, the network. Welcome to application defined networking. Fast Packet | 28 Sep 2012
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In the SDN WAN: Network programmability, provisioning and high availability
The SDN WAN's network programmability and automated provisioning addresses the demands placed on the wide area network by the cloud, SaaS and BYOD. Column
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Why software-defined networking is becoming a reality
Software-defined networking isn't a new concept, but it's newly able to evolve due to fast processing speeds. Will that mean a future for network application development? Tip
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The role of northbound APIs in an SDN environment
Northbound APIs on SDN controllers enable applications and orchestration systems to program the network and request services from it. Answer
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Do I need to use an SDN controller for software-defined networking?
An SDN controller, with or without OpenFlow, is not required for a software-defined network, and SDN architecture vendors take different approaches. Ask the Expert
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SDN application (software-defined networking application)
An SDN application is a software program designed to perform a task in a software-defined networking (SDN) environment. SDN applications can replace and expand upon functions that are implemented through firmware in hardware devices in a conventional... Definition
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In the SDN WAN: Network programmability, provisioning and high availability
The SDN WAN's network programmability and automated provisioning addresses the demands placed on the wide area network by the cloud, SaaS and BYOD. Column
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SDN applications contest: Internet2 offers cash for innovative ideas
Intenet2 has launched a contest that will award up to $10,000 for innovative SDN applications. News
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NEC SDN applications and open northbound API: Will OpenDaylight bite?
NEC unveiled SDN applications built on an open northbound API to optimize and secure the cloud. Will OpenDaylight use the interface as a standard? News
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The role of northbound APIs in an SDN environment
Northbound APIs on SDN controllers enable applications and orchestration systems to program the network and request services from it. Answer
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SDN application (software-defined networking application)
An SDN application is a software program designed to perform a task in a software-defined networking (SDN) environment. SDN applications can replace and expand upon functions that are implemented through firmware in hardware devices in a conventional... Definition
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Do I need to use an SDN controller for software-defined networking?
An SDN controller, with or without OpenFlow, is not required for a software-defined network, and SDN architecture vendors take different approaches. Ask the Expert
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OpenFlow protocol guide: SDN controllers and apps
The OpenFlow protocol is the first SDN language to be productized and implemented. Learn about OpenFlow SDN controllers and apps in this guide. guide
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Northbound API guide: The new network application
SDN promises network programmability with northbound APIs that allow a new set of network applications to granularly control and manage the network. Guide
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Midokura network virtualization: Layer 2-7 services, OpenStack
Japanese startup Midokura unveils its Layer 2-7 network virtualization with network overlay and OpenStack integration. News
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IBM's OpenFlow controller: Big Blue eyes SDN's application layer
The IBM OpenFlow controller will enable Big Blue to develop network applications on top of software defined networks. News
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About Southbound applications and interface
Southbound applications are key in the SDN environment since they carry the message of the SDN controller and northbound applications to the overall network. In this section, learn about the southbound interface and the role of southbound APIs in network programmability, as well as how they will be used in network discovery and management. Also learn about OpenFlow southbound APIs and alternate southbound application strategies.