Total Network Operations
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The pod dedicated to the hardworking network operators who keep the bitpipes running smoothly. We focus on sharing best practices, the operations tool stack, and engage with vendors and solution providers to get insights into new technologies and tools so you can make informed decisions for your ops environment. Hosted by your friendly neighborhood internet plumber, Scott Robohn.
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TNO010: Navigating Network Automation Complexities: Insights from AutoCon 2 (Sponsored)
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12/06/24 • 48 min
On today’s show, we recap some highlights of AutoCon2 with guest Jeremy Rossbach from sponsor Broadcom. Jeremy gives some background on his career, and then elaborates on conversations he had at AutoCon2. He also shares observations on the present and future of network automation, which include AI and robust observability solutions that integrate with the... Read more »
TNO008: Demystifying AI: Essential Concepts for Network Operators
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11/15/24 • 65 min
AI can support network operations, but it can also be complex, mysterious, and steeped in vendor hype. On today’s episode, guest Phil Gervasi clarifies some of the terminology and concepts of AI, including distinctions among concepts like generative AI, general AI, and large language models (LLMs). Phil shares tips for getting beyond the hype to... Read more »
TNO020: Automating Network Operations with Juniper Mist (Sponsored)
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03/14/25 • 40 min
Mist AI is a key part of Juniper’s AI-Native Networking Platform to simplify operations and optimize user experiences across wired and wireless networks. On today’s sponsored show, we explore the evolution of network operations and talk about the integration of AI and automation in the Juniper Mist platform. We also look at how Juniper has... Read more »
TNO023: Networking’s Third Phase – The Network Operator Experience
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04/04/25 • 57 min
Guest Chris Grundemann believes that NetOps is in the third phase of networking–improving the network operator experience. Not just making the network functional or improving end user experience. In this episode, Chris tells his origin story at a wireless service provider and growth into a founder of multiple companies. He also shares his community-focused work... Read more »
TNO024: Networks for AI and AI for Networks — A Dual Perspective with Aviz Networks (Sponsored)
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04/11/25 • 42 min
On today’s show, we introduce Aviz Networks with Vishal Shukla, Co-Founder & CEO. Vishal and Aviz are making Networks for AI, and AI for Networks. Vishal explains how Aviz does this by offering AI Networking Unpacked. Designed for open-source and vendor-agnostic networking, AI Networking Unpacked works with existing network infrastructures. It also integrates with existing... Read more »
TNO005: Making Networking Cool Again with Meter (Sponsored)
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10/11/24 • 37 min
Meter CEO Anil Varanasi joins Scott Robohn on this sponsored episode of Total Network Operations to talk about Meter’s vision for networking and network operations. In this podcast, recorded the day before Meter’s first public MeterUp event, Anil and Scott discuss Meter’s approach to building new networking equipment, vertical integration of their hardware and software,... Read more »
TNO011: Behind the NetOps Curtain at Cisco Live!
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12/13/24 • 49 min
Ever wonder how large conferences such as Cisco Live! manage their on-site network operations? Today’s podcast guest, Jason Davis joins host Scott Robohn to discuss history of network operations at Cisco Live!, and the intricacies, challenges, and strategies involved in setting up and managing network operations for such a large event. Episode Guest: Jason Davis, ... Read more »
TNO014: Beneath the Cable Color – A Look at The Siemon Company’s High Speed Cable Assemblies (Sponsored)
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01/31/25 • 43 min
Today we get an education on what a high speed cable assembly really is from guest Ryan Harris from today’s sponsor, The Siemon Company. Ryan shares the evolution of high-speed pluggable cable assemblies from 64kbps ISDN B channels to 800 gigabit connections, and describes how they work. We discuss the Siemon Company’s history and its... Read more »
TNO009: From Network Monitoring to Observability: Make the Leap for Better NetOps
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11/22/24 • 65 min
Traditional network monitoring was built around SNMP and logs. And while there’s still a role for these sources, network observability aims to incorporate more data to help you build a holistic picture of the network and its behavior and performance. These sources can include flows, streaming telemetry, APIs, NETCONF, the CLI, deep packet inspection, synthetic... Read more »
TNO017: Lead People, Manage Machines and Processes
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02/21/25 • 43 min
Lead people. Manage machines and processes. That’s the the advice from Bill Hunter, today’s guest on Total Network Operations. Bill shares lessons of resilience and adaptability he learned early in his career, including the power of good habits. Bill and Scott discuss how to identify processes that can be automated and when and where to... Read more »
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How many episodes does Total Network Operations have?
Total Network Operations currently has 25 episodes available.
What topics does Total Network Operations cover?
The podcast is about Podcasts, Technology, Networking and Cisco.
What is the average episode length on Total Network Operations?
The average episode length on Total Network Operations is 48 minutes.
How often are episodes of Total Network Operations released?
Episodes of Total Network Operations are typically released every 7 days, 3 hours.
When was the first episode of Total Network Operations?
The first episode of Total Network Operations was released on Aug 9, 2024.
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