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Mar 4, 2024

Demystifying SONiC: Its Importance in Modern Data Centers

SONiC - Software for Open Networking in the Cloud - was developed by Microsoft for its Azure data centers and open-sourced in 2016. It is based on the Linux distributive Debian. SONiC uses SAI to decouple software from the underlying hardware that allows it to run on multi-vendor ASICs. According…

Jan 29, 2024

Revolutionizing Data Center Networks: Alibaba’s SONiC Journey

Alibaba Cloud, a global leader in cloud computing, stands at the forefront of network technology innovation. The backbone of cloud services, a robust network, is crucial for efficiency and reliability. This blog explores how Alibaba Cloud has been revolutionizing its data center networks by embracing Software for Open Networking in…

Jan 18, 2024

SONiC at ONE Summit 2024: Explore the Future of Networking!

We're excited to share that the agenda for the Open Networking & Edge (ONE) Summit 2024 is now officially live! Taking place in the heart of Silicon Valley at the San Jose Convention Center from April 29 to May 1, this event is a must-attend for anyone invested in the…

Oct 27, 2023

Driving Innovation: Alibaba and Cisco Co-dev SRv6 SONiC Router

Authors:  Pablo Camarillo, Technical Lead at Cisco Clarence Filsfils, Cisco Fellow and Cisco Ahmed Abdelsalam, Technical Lead at Cisco Dennis Cai, Head of Network Infrastructure at Alibaba Cloud Eddie Ruan, Director of Network System Software at Alibaba Cloud Yuanchao Su, Director of Network Architecture & Planning at Alibaba Cloud In…

Oct 26, 2023

SONiC Hackathon 2022 Winners Where Are They Now: Nvidia

Welcome to our blog series where we catch up with the winners of the SONiC Hackathon 2022. In this blog series, we’ll dive into their innovative projects, their journey after the SONiC Hackathon, and how their projects are making a difference in the open networking world. Today, we sat down with…

Oct 11, 2023

A Sneak Peek into SONiC Activities at OCP Global Summit

Are you ready to delve into the exciting world of networking innovation? The Software for Open Networking in the Cloud (SONiC) Foundation is gearing up to showcase the cutting-edge developments and advancements in the world of networking at the upcoming OCP Global Summit. 2023 SONiC Workshop: Community Updates SONiC Foundation…

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