Networking Shortcuts & Top Global Networking Trends for Cisco

ISP

Internet Service Provider

Internet Service Provider

The company that gives you internet (e.g PLDT, Globe, Converge)

IP

Internet Protocol

Internet Protocol

Rules for identifying and sending data between devices

IP Address

Unique number that identifies your device on a network (e.g 192.168.1.1)

MAC

Media Access Control

Media Access Control

A device’s physical address, burned into the NIC

NIC

Network Interface Card

Network Interface Card

Hardware inside your PC/Laptop that connects to the network (wired/wireless)

DHCP

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

Automatically gives IP addresses to devices on the network

DNS

Domain Name System

Domain name system

Converts website names (like google.com) into IP addresses

SSIS

Service Set Identifier

IoS

Internet Operating System

AI- Driven Networking (AIOps)

A methodology that leverages artificial intelligence to automate and optimize network operations, facilitating proactive management and real-time insights.

Cloud Computing and Multi-Cloud Networking

A model that allows for the delivery of computing services over the internet, enabling organizations to access and utilize multiple cloud services from different providers.

Edge Computing and Networking

Edge computing addresses the need for real-time data processing and analytics, especially in the context of IoT and AI applications.

5G and Private 5G Networkos

High-reliability, low-latency 5G networks, including private 5G deployments, are enabling mission-critical applications in various industries.

Convergence of Networking and Security

SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) and other secure networking solutions are redefining how organizations protect their connections and data.

Quantom Networking

transmitting data using the laws of quantom physics instead of traditional electrical or light signals

Zero Trust Architecure

zero trust security frameworks for verifying user access and securing network resources

Sustainability in Networking

Organizations are focusing on energy-efficient devices and sustainable practices to align their networks with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.

Network Security Mesh

This architecture distributes security policies across all network edges, clouds, and endpoints, providing a more robust security posture.

Network Automation and Programmability

the process of using software tools, scripts, and technologies to automate repetitive, time-consuming, and error-prone tasks in network management. It