DDoS attacks and 5G: everything you need to know

Cybersecurity geeks may already know this historical tidbit… The first DDoS attack occurred back in 1999, when a computer at the University of Minnesota suddenly came under attack from a network of 114 other computers infected with a malicious script c… Continue reading DDoS attacks and 5G: everything you need to know

The top trends CSPs and enterprises will face in 2021 and beyond

Like most everyone else, our way of working has been significantly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Fortunately, one thing that can’t be stopped, even if it may have been slowed, is the rollout of 5G, which remains a high priority around the world. A… Continue reading The top trends CSPs and enterprises will face in 2021 and beyond

Application Control and Traffic Shaping: key factors to consider

If you’re like me, then you’ve been pretty busy lately coping with the new world in which we find ourselves. Regardless, the team and I have made some interesting observations, which I want to share with you. As I’m sure you know, continuing concerns a… Continue reading Application Control and Traffic Shaping: key factors to consider

COVID-19 CSP challenges: A new normal awaits.

Over the last few months, we’ve seen dramatic changes in network traffic and user behavior because of the pandemic. COVID-19 lockdowns and other measures have changed things. Many of us are now accustomed to working, learning, and seeking entertainment… Continue reading COVID-19 CSP challenges: A new normal awaits.

Inline DDoS Mitigation: Could the Massive Amazon AWS Attack Have Been Avoided?

Terabit(s) per second DDoS attacks have not disappeared. Perhaps they were just taking a rest. AWS just reported a 2.3 Tbps attack earlier this year that tried to knock out cloud services over the course of 3 days during February. As reported on cbronl… Continue reading Inline DDoS Mitigation: Could the Massive Amazon AWS Attack Have Been Avoided?

5G hype vs reality: what are the real problems and new opportunities?

Throughout the telecom world, if people aren’t talking about Covid-19, then they’re probably talking about 5G.   The promise of 5G wireless service is significant. It is touted to provide cheap, fast, ubiquitous connectivity by increas… Continue reading 5G hype vs reality: what are the real problems and new opportunities?

Cybersecurity & Coronavirus: Protecting Customers at Home

During these challenging times, when everyone is working, studying, and streaming from home, securing the home network is more important than ever.   I’m co-producing a webinar about this, where you can learn more about the growing threat la… Continue reading Cybersecurity & Coronavirus: Protecting Customers at Home

Telcos & COVID-19: How to Manage the Challenge

We are all now living during unprecedented times, part of a historical fabric that is redefining the telecom industry and the larger world as we know it. Concerns about health and safety in the face of the coronavirus pandemic have seen many businesses… Continue reading Telcos & COVID-19: How to Manage the Challenge

COVID-19 & the new telecom reality: traffic management more important than ever

Communication Service Providers (CSPs) are seeing a dramatically increased load on networks as more people each day work from home. With a growing number of employees and businesses working remotely, voice conferencing and video collaboration are drivi… Continue reading COVID-19 & the new telecom reality: traffic management more important than ever

Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2020 canceled – here’s what to do instead

(written with Dan Bloom)   What is the Mobile World Congress? For years, the Mobile World Congress (MWC) has been the world’s largest exhibition for the mobile industry. In 2019, the annual communications industry event attracted over 109,00… Continue reading Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2020 canceled – here’s what to do instead