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Embracing the Opportunities of a Network-Connected World

The answer to this question can be very complex, like today's networks. Many enterprise leaders think that this is a subject that should be left to the care of technology geniuses. However, the reality is that this should matter to everyone given the impact the network has on businesses today. The Internet is the new enterprise network. This is due to the fact that user experiences now rely more on ISP and cloud networks than they do on those that reside within the four walls of the data center.

Multi-Cloud Made Simple: Announcing Kentik Observability Enhancements for AWS and Google Cloud

Limited visibility into network performance across multi-clouds frustrates even the best teams. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce enhanced AWS and GCP support for Kentik Cloud, enabling network, cloud, and infrastructure teams to rapidly troubleshoot and understand multi-cloud traffic.

Multi-Cloud - Rise of Hybrid Networks and the Need to Monitor & Secure Them

This model has benefits, but at the same time, it introduces complexity for the IT teams tasked with monitoring and securing IT systems. Existing network monitoring technologies that system admins use with on-premise infrastructure are typically not expandable to include infrastructure and services running on public cloud platforms. This is a problem as you cannot manage and secure what you cannot see.

Cloud Visibility: Kentik Cloud Enhancements for AWS

Watch an in-depth walkthrough of using Kentik to streamline incident investigations and improve productivity when working with AWS. We demonstrate how to analyze data related to IP traffic denials across multiple VPCs, identifying security group issues and using the Kentik Data Explorer for enriched flow data visualization. The video also explains how Kentik’s cloud data reporting capabilities enable quick and efficient problem-solving, reducing the time to resolution. It’s perfect for IT teams looking to boost efficiency and tackle common issues related to security groups and access control lists.

Cloud Visibility: Announcing Kentik Map for Google Cloud

Learn how Kentik Cloud can improve efficiency in managing Google Cloud infrastructure. It showcases Kentik Map, which provides a constantly updated, detailed visualization of your hybrid cloud environment, illuminating how resources interact and are nested within each other. Watch as we demonstrate how to analyze real-time traffic flow, troubleshoot connection problems, and use the routing table to understand network communication issues. Whether you’re resolving network problems, onboarding new team members, or migrating applications to the cloud, the Kentik Map offers a powerful tool to enhance your productivity in Google Cloud.

Simplifying Everyday Network Management: How AI is Changing the Game

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the current buzz word in IT with AI promoted as the magic ingredient for improving business performance across a wide range of areas. But how, specifically, does AI enhance Network Management? The idea that computers can manage themselves is nothing new.

Transforming Your Business through Security Offerings

Many service providers are wondering how to best position their security offerings in the current market. This exclusive, two-day program helped MSP executives and security leaders answer: What positions can I take and what are the trade-offs? How will they impact my go-to-market approach? Should I build capabilities internally, or partner externally? What are growing security providers doing differently and better?