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Send us Fan Mail Prepare to navigate the ever-shifting seas of network infrastructure with us as we chart a course through the recently announced partnership between Frontier Communications and Nile's network-as-a-service. We're unboxing the mechanics behind Nile's service model and assessing how this alliance could revolutionize the managed service realm for enterprises and MSPs. I...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how an Air Force veteran transforms into a cloud networking guru? Du'an Lightfoot of AWS joins us to share that very journey, and along the way, he also demystifies the latest trends from AWS re:Invent. Experience networking through a new lens as we unravel the evolution from hardware-heavy server rooms to the boundless agility of the cloud. Our conversation wit...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready to have your mind blown as we navigate the tectonic shifts within the cloud and networking realm, stirring up the landscape with Cisco's latest power move. The acquisition of Isovalent, the wizards behind EBPF and Cilium, isn't just a headline—it's a signpost towards a future where Cisco could become the Gandalf of the cloud ecosystem. We're peeling b...

Send us Fan Mail As we raise our glasses to the advent of 2024, join us, Tim McConnaughy, Chris Miles, and Alex Perkins, for a special New Year's journey from our festive celebrations straight into the heart of our aspirations. This isn't just another tech talk; it's a personal invitation into our lives where we reveal how we balance the scales between professional milestones—like p...

Send us Fan Mail Gather 'round the yuletide fire as we reminisce about the episodes that warmed our hearts and sparked our minds over the past year. Our stroll down memory lane isn't just about nostalgia; it's about the incredible individuals who've shared their expertise and their journeys, shaping our understanding of the ever-evolving tech landscape. From the simplicity of i...

Send us Fan Mail Strap in for a discussion on the big reveals from the AWS re:Invent conference, where AI stole the limelight. We, your hosts - Chris Miles, Alex Perkins, and Tim McConnaughy, dissect the announcements and how this tech giant is embedding AI in their cloud operations. And it's not just about the big names - we also delve into the AI-powered Amazon Q,  a promising tool that mig...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for a tech adventure like no other in our latest episode! Join industry veteran Pete Lumbis and buckle up as we zoom through the history of compute and networking—from the days of mainframes and 6509s to the thrilling era of overlays and network virtualization. But here's where the fun kicks in: we're on a high-speed chase through the compute industry, racing a...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of #Cables2Clouds! 🎙️ This week, we had the incredible Eyvonne Sharp, a seasoned Cloud Solutions Architect from Google Cloud, join us for an eye-opening conversation on the intricate dance between value and cost in the cloud space!  Dive deep into the world of cloud economics as we explore the nuances of the value proposition, cost dynamics, and the exec...

Send us Fan Mail Ready to revolutionize the way you perceive cloud and application networking? On this riveting episode, we're joined by the illustrious Alexandra Huides and Justin Davies from AWS. Our special guests leave no stone unturned as we unravel a new product called VPC Lattice, AWS's trailblazing product that's looking to start mixing things up regarding how cloud is consu...

Send us Fan Mail ***EXCLUSIVE ONUG DISCOUNT*** Cables2Clouds listeners can get $500 off their registration to ONUG Fall 2023, in New York City! Just use the code F23C2C50 when registering. The event is taking place on October 24-25, so register today! Register here: https://onug.net/fall-2023/ Episode Notes: In the latest episode of the Cables2Clouds Podcast, hosts Tim McConnaughy, Alex Perkins, a...

Send us Fan Mail Multicloud environments are vital in today's ever-connected world, and we break this down for you, exploring the myriad types of clouds from private to public. We consider the potential of tech giants like Nvidia to make their mark in the cloud market and the challenges enterprises face when operating on multiple clouds. We also dissect the concept of hybrid cloud, looking at...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for an insightful journey into the realm of cloud networking. We promise you a deep, enlightening conversation where we unwrap the mysteries of AWS CloudWAN — a managed service that functions as a sort of bridge, connecting businesses to AWS in a seamless fashion. We cover everything from the challenges that come with moving towards cloud-based solutions to how CloudWAN...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how the hybrid approach is reshaping the world of cloud adoption in network infrastructure? Then, buckle up for an exciting journey with Karl Cooke, an Azure Solutions Architect and Azure MVP, who is joining us to shed light on the intriguing Azure MVP program and share valuable insights on the Azure network architecture evolution. During our exchange, we take a deep...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how to design a cost-effective cloud network? Buckle up as the Cables2Clouds team, along with the ever-insightful William Collins, shed light on the labyrinth of cloud pricing. We'll dissect the costs associated with data, requests, and additional resources, providing you with tools to anticipate and contain expenses. More than just cost, we delve into the resou...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could delve into the intricate world of technology and networking with an expert in the field? Welcome to an episode filled with insights from our special guest, Peter Jones, a renowned engineer in Cisco networking hardware and the chair of the Ethernet Alliance. Peter throws light on a variety of fascinating subjects - from the competitive landscape of Ethernet techno...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Cables2Clouds! Today, your hosts Tim, Alex, and Chris dive into the "Economy of Scale" concept preached by major cloud providers like AWS and Azure. But, have these cost savings really come to fruition? Let's see! The economy of scale savings hasn't lived up to the hype, leaving many businesses finding cloud services still expensive. Despite thi...

Send us Fan Mail Join Tim, Chris, and Alex as they dive into some responses to questions fed into ChatGPT. The point of this discussion was to feed it some simple and some more complex scenarios and then break down what the responses looked like. There are definitely some interesting takes and approaches. Come listen and see how well we think it fared! Prompts and answers document: https://docs.go...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, the hosts bring Eyvonne Sharp in to discuss transitioning from traditional infrastructure engineering to working at GCP as a Customer Engineer/Tech Transformation Lead. Eyvonne has a long history with the networking community and used to be a co-host of the Network Collective. Eyvonne on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/SharpNetwork Network Collective YT Chan...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we are joined by Mersedes, aka @blkwomenread.  We talk about her journey from working at one of the countries busiest Dominos, to call center, to today. These days Mersedes works as a Systems Engineer/Monitoring Engineer which lines up very nicely with her strong interest in the field of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE). We dive into the nitty gritty about her t...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the rise of tech scams during the pandemic, particularly in relation to people looking to transition into tech careers. They offer advice on avoiding these scams, including red flags to look out for and the importance of doing research. The hosts also discuss the value of certifications in the tech industry and caution against pursuing th...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Cables2Clouds Podcast! In today's episode, hosts Chris Miles, Alex Perkins, and Tim McConnaughy are joined by special guest Will Collins, Principal Architect at Alkira and LinkedIn Learning Instructor. The topic of discussion is "Terraform for the Network Engineer." The conversation begins with a brief overview of Terraform and its benefits, as well a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we are joined by Shala, aka @GiftedLane.  Shala is currently a Cloud Associate Architect and has held multiple cloud positions over the last 12 months. We dive into the nitty gritty about her transition from network engineering into DevOps and learn about what her day-to-day looks like in her current and past cloud roles. We also explore the importance of salary n...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk with Hank Preston, one of the lead creators of the new Cisco Enterprise Hybrid Cloud Connectivity exam. We cover why the exam is needed, what role it plays as part of Cisco's larger certification ecosystem, and what the blueprint means. How to connect with Hank: Twitter: [ https://twitter.com/hfpreston ] LinkedIn: [ https://www.linkedin.com/in/hpresto...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we tackle common myths surrounding cloud in general. The cloud is someone else’s data center The cloud is always more/less expensive than on-prem Everything should run in the cloud Enterprises should not go multicloud We are too small to take advantage of the cloud AWS 7 Rs Links: AWS 7 Rs: https://docs.aws.amazon.com/prescriptive-guidance/latest/application-portf...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk with Steve McNutt, a cybersecurity professional at Cisco. Steve has seen the industry change several times, and together we cover the traditional security design as well as how to design for cloud security in the new age. We bounced around between a lot of security topics in this show, so there are a lot of links to share! How to connect with our guest: Tw...