What CIOs Need to Know About Software Defined Networking

How Bug Bounty Programs Bring Big Savings and Better Security Will Wearable Technology Kill the Smartphone? CIO Insider July 24, 2013 Share this email What CIOs Need to Know About Software Defined Networking Software defined networking applies the abstraction concepts of hardware virtualization to networking infrastructure. This works well for cloud implementations, which need significant configuration and planning. But SDN and network virtualization may still be too immature for prime time. READ MORE   Issue highlights 1. How Bug Bounty Programs Bring Big Savings and Better Security 2. Will Wearable Technology Kill the Smartphone? 3. License Plate Scanning: The Inside Story of a Cop Who Tracks our Data 4. Will CSOs Become CROs in the Future? 5. Software-Defined Networking Explained WHITE PAPER: Dell Software Building Business Trust with App. Performance Monitoring This EMA report highlights key steps CIOs can take to ensure business relevance in the age of disruptive technologies. Taking into account the complexities surrounding application delivery, EMA sees leading-edge management solutions as a key to harnessing disruption to deliver business value. Read Now! How Bug Bounty Programs Bring Big Savings and Better Security Enterprise bug bounty programs are increasing in popularity. They offer cash to hackers who find and report security vulnerabilities and are an effective way for large organizations to beef up the security of their software. READ MORE Will Wearable Technology Kill the Smartphone? When it comes to emerging technology, 'wearables' may be the talk of the town these days. But don't throw away your trusty smartphone. It may become the driving force behind wearable technology such as glasses, watches and clothing. READ MORE WHITE PAPER: Red Hat A single vendor cloud strategy might not be the best course A recent IDG Quick Poll of U.S. CIOs found IT leaders seek alternative providers of virtualization technology as well as technology to manage a heterogeneous virtual environment. Learn More License Plate Scanning: The Inside Story of a Cop Who Tracks our Data We talk to an Oakland, California stolen car investigator about how license plate scans are used to solve crimes. READ MORE Will CSOs Become CROs in the Future? Is the chief security officer title destined to evolve into one that is about more than just security? READ MORE Software-Defined Networking Explained Understand how SDN will change everything in 10 easy steps. READ MORE WHITE PAPER: OpenMarket Leveraging Cross Channel Mobile Engagement As enterprises recognize the need for a mobile strategy, it can be difficult to capitalize on the opportunities. This paper explains why enterprises should embrace mobile engagement, and describes how OpenMarket's platform helps solve customer, partner and employee communication challenges. Learn More Hot Picks for the Week 1. 15 Best iPad Apps for Newbies 2. Sign up for InCITE, the weekly CITEworld newsletter on consumerization 3. 7 Most Important Tech Trends Of 2012 4. Holiday Tech Gadget Gift Guide 5. 10 Must-Know Samsung Galaxy Note II Tips and Tricks Follow CIO Share this email You are currently subscribed to cio_insider as buzzhairs.tech@blogger.com. Unsubscribe from this newsletter | Manage your subscriptions | Subscribe | Privacy Policy Learn about INSIDER If you are interested in advertising in this newsletter, please contact: bglynn@cxo.com To contact CIO, please send an e-mail to online@cxo.com Copyright (C) 2013 CIO, 492 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701 ** Please do not reply to this message. To contact someone directly, send an e-mail to online@cxo.com. **