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What is NFV?

Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) is a network architecture concept that virtualizes network functions, which have traditionally been carried out by dedicated hardware. NFV leverages standard IT virtualization technologies, such as virtual machines (VMs), containers, and cloud infrastructure, to implement network functions in software. This enables greater flexibility, scalability, and cost efficiency compared to traditional hardware-based network appliances. NFV is commonly used by telecommunication service providers to virtualize network functions such as firewalls, load balancers, session border controllers, and virtual routers.

What other technologies are related to NFV?

NFV Complementary Technologies

Software Defined Networking (SDN) complements NFV by providing the network programmability and control needed to manage virtualized network functions.
mentioned alongside NFV in 19% (3.1k) of relevant job posts
Centralized management is complementary to NFV as it allows for efficient control and orchestration of VNFs.
mentioned alongside NFV in 78% (59) of relevant job posts
Stateful firewalling can be implemented as a VNF, making it complementary to NFV.
mentioned alongside NFV in 70% (57) of relevant job posts

Which organizations are mentioning NFV?

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Cisco Systems
Scientific and Technical Services
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Arista Networks
Scientific and Technical Services

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