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

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.

Naposledy změněno: Čtvrtek, 2. února 2023, 15.03