SDN (Software Define Networking)
SDN ( Software Define Networking)
Software-defined networking (SDN) is a networking technique that communicates with underlying hardware infrastructure and directs traffic on a network using software-based controllers or application programming interfaces (APIs).
Traditional networks, on the other hand, require specialised hardware devices (such as routers and switches) to govern network traffic. SDN can use software to establish and control a virtual network, as well as traditional hardware.
While network virtualization allows organisations to segment different virtual networks within a single physical network or connect devices from different physical networks to form a single virtual network, software-defined networking provides a new way to control data packet routing through a centralised server.
Features and benefits
- Simplify operations
Reduce complexity by decoupling the control and data planes, while making automation highly secure and scalable. - Achieve faster time to market
Deploy applications and services faster by leveraging open APIs. Easily integrate third-party products. - Build programmable networks
Eliminate manual configuration. Provision and manage data centers, campuses, and wide-area networks - Lay the foundation for intent
Centralize configuration, management, control, monitoring, service delivery, and cloud automation.
