SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network)

What is SD-WAN?

SD-WAN is a software-defined solution for managing and optimizing wide area networks (WANs). It enables companies to connect multiple locations securely and efficiently by intelligently routing data traffic via various connections such as the Internet, MPLS or LTE.

Advantages and possible applications

SD-WAN offers cost savings as it can supplement expensive MPLS connections with broadband-based alternatives. It improves network performance by prioritizing traffic and minimizing downtime. SD-WAN is commonly used in enterprise networks, branch networks and cloud infrastructures to ensure fast, secure and scalable connectivity.