Network virtualization vs. software-defined networks
Network virtualization vs. software-defined networks
Network virtualization may evoke software-defined networking (SDN), but in reality, they are very different concepts.
A software-defined network allows software management of switches and routers, so it does not virtualize all network components and functions.
Diagram of a software-defined network
In contrast, network virtualization replicates all network components and functions in the software. It allows you to run the entire network in software.
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