Accelerating network performance with hardware offloading: technology and strategies

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In this edition of Up Next, we focus on hardware offloading, network device testing, and the automation strategies that will take your network to the next level of efficiency. We've gathered valuable insights that will help you enhance your network operations and ensure scalability.

Here’s what we have for you:?

??? Traffic generators in network device testing

???CodiLime on the hedge podcast: insights on network hardware and optimization

?? Hardware offloading in action: a real-world perspective

?? Network hardware performance: automated testing strategies

?? Hardware offloading and SDN: a practical guide

Explore the innovative strategies driving the future of network optimization.

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Traffic generators in network device testing

Testing network devices in a home setup is simple, but how do you manage testing on carrier or data center networks with traffic moving at hundreds of gigabits per second? In this article, Kamil D?browski explores the power of professional traffic generators like IXIA and Spirent. Learn how these tools can simulate complex traffic scenarios, perform protocol emulation, and ensure your devices are optimized for peak performance.

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Diving deep into hardware offloading on The Hedge podcast

In this episode of The Hedge podcast, CodiLime’s Krzysztof Wróbel and Maciej Rab?da join hosts Russ White and Tom Ammon to discuss the evolving role of hardware offloading in networking. From the specific challenges TCP offloading addresses to a broader look at industry trends, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone invested in the future of network technologies.

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FPGA in the cloud – eBPF hardware offload

Curious about how FPGA and eBPF can revolutionize cloud-based projects? In this video, Daniel J?drzejczyk and Artur Jaworski walk you through how they adapted the hBPF open-source project to the AWS FPGA environment. Learn how FPGA offloading in the cloud enables rapid prototyping, easier deployment, and boosts project efficiency.

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Network hardware performance

Looking to enhance your network hardware performance with the right testing strategies? Our ebook offers an in-depth guide to automated testing using open-source tools, with a focus on measuring the efficiency of network cards, including SmartNICs. Discover how to streamline your testing process, interpret performance data, and make informed improvements.

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Hardware offloading in software-defined networking

Exploring ways to boost network performance while reducing CPU strain? This article by Jan Ziele?nicki and Andrzej Tkaczyk delves into how hardware offloading in software-defined networks can help. Learn how leveraging NICs and SmartNICs can improve packet processing, lower costs, and increase efficiency, all while maintaining flexibility within your SDN infrastructure.