Extreme Networks has introduced ExtremeCloud Edge, a networking cloud continuum that increases options for businesses to execute networking applications like management and analytics from any location while reducing complexity and operational costs.



This computing platform hosted at the network edge unifies management of networking applications and allows customers to deploy ExtremeCloud applications across the entire cloud spectrum, from private cloud to the edge, improving user experience while helping companies meet security requirements and lowering expenses associated with complicated cloud implementations.

ExtremeCloud Edge simplifies the delivery of networking applications, such as cloud management, analytics, and AI to the edge, in a cost-effective way. The platform brings processing capacity closer to the user, reducing concerns about cloud sovereignty and enhancing network speed, and allows customers to manage all cloud deployment types from a single application. By offering a cloud continuum, organizations have the ability to coordinate their network and cloud expenditures in a way that is most advantageous to their operations, and this platform also provides multiple deployment scenarios to support businesses' decentralisation needs.

According to Nabil Bukhari, CTO and Chief Product Officer at Extreme Networks, the launch of ExtremeCloud Edge brings about a new era of cloud choice, data security, and network simplicity. The service will be available to select partners from the summer of 2023 and to all customers throughout the cloud continuum from edge to public settings beginning in early 2024. The company also plans to expand support for ecosystem solutions from fully certified partners.

Zeus Kerravala, Founder and Lead Analyst at ZK Research, believes that by offering a cloud continuum, ExtremeCloud Edge will create huge market potential as it fulfills crucial client needs in a straightforward, versatile, and safe manner, making it an attractive option for businesses. Extreme Networks' 'one network, one cloud' policy is confirmed and continued through this approach, which offers clients the ability to implement cloud in a manner that best suits their business objectives for significant business results.

Whether you have public, private, or hybrid cloud infrastructure, ExtremeCloud Edge provides a unified interface for monitoring and controlling your network.

With ExtremeCloud Edge, you can easily deploy, configure, and manage your network infrastructure across multiple cloud environments. It supports various cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, and more. This flexibility enables you to seamlessly integrate your existing cloud infrastructure with ExtremeCloud Edge.

One of the key benefits of ExtremeCloud Edge is its centralized management capabilities. It allows you to monitor and control your entire network from a single dashboard, regardless of the cloud deployment type. This simplifies network administration and streamlines operations, leading to increased efficiency and productivity.

Additionally, ExtremeCloud Edge provides advanced analytics and reporting features that help you gain insights into your network performance and security. You can monitor network traffic, identify bottlenecks, and quickly take action to optimize your network performance.

Security is also a priority with ExtremeCloud Edge. It offers robust security features such as network segmentation, firewall rules, intrusion detection, and prevention systems. These security measures ensure that your network remains protected from unauthorized access and potential threats.

Furthermore, ExtremeCloud Edge provides scalability and agility benefits. As your business grows or network demands change, you can easily scale up or down your cloud resources through the platform. This eliminates the need for manual intervention, reducing complexity and cost.

ExtremeCloud Edge offers several additional features to enhance your cloud deployment management experience:

1. Zero-touch provisioning: With ExtremeCloud Edge, you can automate the provisioning process for new devices in your network. This eliminates the need for manual configuration, saves time, and reduces the risk of human errors.

2. Policy-based automation: ExtremeCloud Edge allows you to define policies based on your business needs. You can create rules and automate network configurations, access controls, and security settings. This ensures consistency across your infrastructure and simplifies management tasks.

3. Application visibility and control: ExtremeCloud Edge provides deep visibility into network traffic and application usage. You can monitor application performance metrics, identify bandwidth-hungry applications, and apply quality-of-service (QoS) policies to optimize network performance.

4. Multi-tenancy support: If you are a managed service provider (MSP), ExtremeCloud Edge offers multi-tenancy support. It enables you to manage multiple customer networks from a single console while maintaining data separation and ensuring the security and privacy of each tenant.

5. Integration with other management tools: ExtremeCloud Edge integrates with third-party tools and platforms, allowing you to extend its capabilities even further. Whether it's integrating with your existing IT service management (ITSM) software or leveraging APIs for custom integrations, ExtremeCloud Edge provides flexibility to fit seamlessly into your existing ecosystem.

6. Continuous monitoring and troubleshooting: ExtremeCloud Edge provides real-time monitoring and proactive troubleshooting capabilities. It alerts you to any anomalies or issues in your network, empowering you to take immediate action and ensure optimal performance.

8. Automated firmware updates: Keeping your network devices up-to-date with the latest firmware is critical for security and performance. ExtremeCloud Edge simplifies this process by providing automated firmware updates. You can schedule updates during maintenance windows or configure them to occur automatically.

9. Device inventory and asset management: With ExtremeCloud Edge, you can easily track and manage your network devices. It maintains a comprehensive inventory of all connected devices, including their location, configuration details, and warranty information. This streamlines device management and simplifies future network expansion.

10. Compliance and auditing: ExtremeCloud Edge helps you meet regulatory compliance requirements by providing audit logs and reports. You can track changes made to your network configurations, user activities, and security events. This supports compliance efforts and enhances visibility into network operations.

11. Mobile app support: ExtremeCloud Edge offers a mobile application that allows you to manage your network on the go. You can monitor network performance, receive alerts, troubleshoot issues, and perform administrative tasks from your mobile device, enabling flexibility and convenience.

12. Advanced analytics and AI-driven insights: ExtremeCloud Edge leverages advanced analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) to provide actionable insights. It analyzes network data to identify trends, predict potential issues, and make recommendations for optimizing performance and security.

13. API-driven automation: ExtremeCloud Edge provides an API-driven architecture that enables you to integrate with third-party systems and automate network management tasks. This allows you to streamline workflows, enhance productivity, and extend the functionality of the platform.

These additional features of ExtremeCloud Edge further enhance its capabilities in managing all types of cloud deployments effectively, providing advanced security, automation, asset management, compliance, mobile accessibility, analytics, and integration options.