Bi-Monthly Computer Networking/IT Industry Updates (09 – 22 Sept. ’14)

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Welcome to yet another edition of bi-monthly Computer Networking/IT industry updates. In this post, let’s look at some news and product releases by the vendors in our industry over the last two weeks (09 – 22 Sept. 2014).

#1. Cisco announces intent to acquire Metacloud: Based in the US, Metacloud deploys and operates private clouds for customers with an OpenStack-as-a-Service model. Read more…

#2. Cisco introduces Cisco ASA Firewall with FirePOWER Services: Cisco has integrated the ASA 5500 series firewall with application control, IPS & malware protection. FirePOWER services can also be bought separately for existing select Cisco ASA series firewalls. More…

#3. Hp acquires Eucalyptus, a well-known provider of open source private and hybrid cloud solutions. Read more…

#4. Hp introduces Hp Application Defender: This is a cloud-based application self-protection service that goes beyond the perimeter defense, and into the application to protect them (according to the company). More…

#5. Riverbed introduces Web App Firewall for AWS: This is a stand-alone virtual module available in the AWS marketplace. More… They are also offering up to 48 TB of free cloud-integrated (S3) storage for AWS for select customers. *Please read full T&C in their webpage:* More…

#6. VMware introduces AirWatch Chat: AirWatch is an enterprise mobility management company acquired by VMware in Feb 2014. AirWatch has introduced AirWatch Chat, a secure, containerized enterprise messaging application for Android and iOS. Read more…

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