The Cisco Borderless Network Architecture is a network solution that allows organizations and individuals to connect securely, reliably, and seamlessly to the corporate network in a BYOD environment.
This architecture separates the network functions into four areas of responsibility, as shown in the figure:
- Cisco Borderless End Point/User Services - Connects the various devices to provide access to network services. Devices that can connect to the borderless network can range from PCs, to tablets and smartphones.
- Cisco Borderless Network Services - Optimizes the network connection and include wireless access, secure access to corporate assets, and video performance optimization.
- Cisco Borderless Network Systems - Spans an organization from initial device network access to connecting devices to the cloud.
- Cisco Borderless Infrastructure - Supports services and systems with an infrastructure of scalable and resilient hardware and software.
The borderless network architecture supports a highly secure, high-performing network that is accessible to a wide range of devices. It needs to be flexible enough to scale in its support for future growth in terms of business expansion, including BYOD, mobility and cloud computing and must be able to support the growing requirements for online voice and video.
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