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GPU-as-a-Service: The network's critical role in accelerated computing

The explosion of AI has created a continuous demand for computing power. At the heart of this need sits one critical resource: GPUs. They have become the hardware of choice for AI and machine learning, particularly deep learning workloads that operate on enormous data sets. However, as organisations race to train larger models and deliver faster inference, many are discovering that owning and operating GPU infrastructure isn’t always practical.

AI Query Assist for SolarWinds SQL Sentry

Rewrite inefficient SQL Server queries in seconds—not hours. In this demo, we show you how AI Query Assist in SolarWinds SQL Sentry transforms the way you tune performance. Watch how to take a problematic query from the "Top SQL" view and use generative AI to instantly generate optimized rewrites and uncover missing indexes. What you will see: Instant Optimization: How to automate query rewriting and get plain-language explanations of the logic changes.

The 9 Essential NOC Metrics to Master for Operational Excellence

In today's fastpaced IT landscape, modern Network Operations Centers (NOCs) are the backbone of reliable infrastructure for businesses of all sizes. For MSPs, leveraging managed NOC services can dramatically improve uptime, security, and overall client satisfaction. The global NOC as a Service market is projected to grow from about $3.7 billion in 2025 to over $9 billion by 2034, underscoring rising demand for expert, alwayson network oversight.

How VETRO's Network Inventory Management Software Solves Data Chaos for Fiber Providers

Fiber network operators often grapple with fragmented data, leading to inefficiencies and operational challenges. In many organizations, critical information is scattered across spreadsheets, legacy systems, and proprietary databases. These silos make it difficult for teams to access the latest network information, leading to outdated records, miscommunication between departments, and delays in service delivery. Moreover, reliance on manual data entry and inconsistent data formats can introduce errors, further complicating the maintenance of data accuracy and integrity.

What Are ISP Proxies and How Do They Actually Work

When I first heard the term ISP proxies, it sounded confusing. It felt technical and a little intimidating. I assumed it was something only developers or big companies used. Over time, I realized it is not that complicated. At its core, it is just about how your internet identity looks to the outside world. Once that clicked, everything else started to make sense.

Introducing Megaport High-Speed Cross-Cloud Encryption

Secure cloud traffic at line rate, without slowing your workloads down, thanks to Megaport’s new encryption solution. Securing data in motion is often a trade-off between performance and privacy, but most traditional encryption models struggle to find this balance – especially when you’re moving large volumes of data between clouds or across regions.

Complexity to Clarity: Why Enterprises Are Choosing Progress WhatsUp Gold Over SolarWinds

A clearer path for enterprise administrators with simpler deployment, unified visibility and predictable costs. If SolarWinds feels too complex, costly or rigid to scale, it might be time to look for a new network monitoring solution. In this session, Progress WhatsUp Gold experts help enterprise admins achieve unified visibility and faster time to value without module or architecture sprawl, using transparent device-based licensing.

Monitor Fortinet FortiManager performance in Datadog

As enterprises scale, teams often find it harder to identify user-reported issues. Software-defined wide area networks (SD-WANs) can make it easier to add branch offices, but they can also make it more challenging to distinguish connectivity degradation from changes in application behavior. FortiManager provides a centralized control plane for Fortinet Secure SD-WAN and reduces operational complexity.