Build a Smarter Network with Expert Guidance
Simplify network operations and management with a centralized approach. Cisco Software-Defined Networking reduces complexity, laying the groundwork for a smarter, intent-based solution.
Discover how we can help you get started with cutting-edge training and professional services.
What benefits can SDN offer your organization?
Automation
Centralize network policy control for greater agility and reduced complexity.
Mobility
Manage your network to scale and take your apps and data anywhere.
Security
Protect your network against growing threats with proactive monitoring and containment.
Visibility
Enhance your ability to pinpoint and remedy network issues before they become a problem.
SDN FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
What is SDN?
Software-defined networking (SDN) allows you to design, build, and manage networks by separating the control and data planes. As a result, the control plane becomes directly programmable and the underlying infrastructure for applications and network services is abstracted, leading to a simplified and scalable solution.
What is the relationship between SDN and Intent-Based Networking?
Software-defined networking lays the foundation for automated network management.
Intent-based networking builds on this technology by closing the gap between business intent and network capabilities, resulting in simplified operations and comprehensive security across your entire network architecture.
Cisco SDN Integrated Solutions
Increase Your Network Reach With SD-WAN
Extend your network footprint across branch, WAN and cloud using a single platform. See how our SD-WAN training courses can help.
DNA Center: Your Network Command Center
Troubleshoot, optimize and provision faster while increasing IT productivity. See how our Cisco DNA Center training courses and solutions can help.
Build a Smarter Network Security Solution with ISE
Set up unified network access with better insights and control. See how our Cisco Security training courses and solutions can help.
Automate Your Network With SD-Access
Provide business agility and scale by automating one policy across the entire access network. See how our SD-Access training courses and solutions can help.
Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI)
The data center is changing. Let our experts guide you to a more flexible, application-based solution. From core fundamentals to security and programmability, we’ve got you covered:
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