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IBM wants a 4,000 qubit quantum computer by 2025

IBM lays out a quantum computing roadmap that incorporates classical computer hardware, quantum parallel processing, and error mitigation.

Cisco warns of critical vulnerability in virtualised network software

Vulnerabilities have been discovered in Cisco's Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software, the worst of which could let an attacker escape from the guest VM.

Cisco offers tech to predict enterprise network problems

Cisco has developed a predictive engine that analyses switch and router telemetry to reduce unplanned downtime and outages for businesses.

Cisco urges software update to thwart counterfeit switches

Semiconductor material shortages and other supply chain disruptions are contributing to a spike in counterfeit IT gear, Cisco warns.

Private 5G use in enterprise faces challenges

The availability of services from AWS, Cisco and HPE is propelling private 5G forward, but enterprises still have to contend with multiple roadblocks.

Extreme Networks impacted by supply chain woes, backlogs and higher prices

Supply chain issues continue to drive networking equipment prices up and impact delivery schedules but despite them, Extreme Networks reported solid product revenue.

Microsoft shifts SONiC network operating system development to Linux Foundation

The enhancement and adoption of SONiC could accelerate now that its development has been given over to the Linux Foundation.

Cisco SD-WAN software gains broader app access, enhanced analytics

Cisco has upgraded its SD-WAN Cloud OnRamp for SaaS service to provide secure connectivity to a wider range of cloud-based apps.

Looking back on IBM's game-changing mainframe moments

The latest generation of IBM mainframes, the z16, is just the most recent chapter of one of the longest running tech success stories.

Cisco unveils workplace-safety service, branch office firewall

Cisco unwraps new monitoring offering that can locate free workplace meeting rooms, report on their occupancy, even their humidity.

AMD grabs DPU maker Pensando for a cool $1.9B

AMD wants the DPU-based architecture and technology that Pensando is developing and that could be instrumental in smartNICs.

Fortinet tightens integration of enterprise security, networking controls

Fortinet has updated its core FortiOS software which the vendor has claimed will help enterprises more tightly meld security and networking controls.

Aruba cites centralised policies, NaaS and segmentation as key priorities

Network and security perimeters are becoming outdated, and AI can help optimise network efficiency, according to David Hughes of Aruba.

Aruba service overlays existing infrastructure with virtual networks

Aruba Networks is expanding its Edge Services Platform to better manage and automate the operation of far-flung distributed enterprise networks.

New IBM service aims to secure multi-cloud operations

Unified Key Orchestrator lets customers integrate multiple security systems into a single managed service across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

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