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HPE Buys Silver Peak in SD-WAN Push

HPE Buys Silver Peak in SD-WAN Push

The $925 million deal reflects the growth potential of software-defined wide-area networking as businesses employ more remote workers.

By Matthew Heller | July 14, 2020

10 Essential Ways to Strengthen Your Network

10 Essential Ways to Strengthen Your Network

Networking poorly is worse than not doing it at all. Gary Burnison, CEO of Korn Ferry, explains why the most effective way to network is by helping others.

By David McCann | November 18, 2019

Nvidia to Buy Mellanox in $6.8B Data-Center Bet

Nvidia to Buy Mellanox in $6.8B Data-Center Bet

The chipmaker believes the deal will help “extend our computing reach from the server, where we are today, out to the entire data center."

By Matthew Heller | March 11, 2019

Need a New Finance Job? Get Out and Network

Need a New Finance Job? Get Out and Network

A job-hunting finance executive describes his journey from shy introvert to robust, committed networker.

By Jeff Patuto | March 22, 2018

Cisco Shares Jump on Return to Sales Growth

Cisco Shares Jump on Return to Sales Growth

“We are seeing the benefits of the strategy we started executing on 10 quarters ago,” CFO Kelly Kramer says.

By Matthew Heller | February 15, 2018

Marvell Buys Cavium to Expand Product Range

Marvell Buys Cavium to Expand Product Range

The $6 billion deal will complement Marvell's chips for storage devices with Cavium's network and communications products.

By Matthew Heller | November 20, 2017

Note to Directors: It’s Who You Know that Counts

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Note to Directors: It’s Who You Know that Counts

New research finds that companies will pay a premium for a well-connected board.

By David Katz | March 27, 2017

Juniper Crashes Brave New Worlds of Networking

Juniper Crashes Brave New Worlds of Networking

The veteran hardware maker's CFO tells how his team is easing the company's entry into software and cloud technology.

By David McCann | March 10, 2017

Cisco to Acquire AppDynamics for $3.7 Billion

Cisco to Acquire AppDynamics for $3.7 Billion

The deal "supports Cisco’s strategic transition toward software-centric solutions that deliver predictable recurring revenue," the company says.

By Matthew Heller | January 25, 2017

How Will Cisco Get Back on Growth Track?

How Will Cisco Get Back on Growth Track?

The company looks to expand its cloud infrastructure, software and services businesses, says CFO Frank Calderoni.

By David McCann | March 26, 2014