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Aug 2, 2017 · Fundamentals

Understanding the Relationship Between SDN and NFV: Key Insights

SDN (Software‑Defined Networking) transforms the entire network into a software system managed by a controller, while NFV (Network Functions Virtualization) virtualizes individual network devices; together they enable rapid, automated deployment of network services, with SDN providing automation and NFV supplying software‑based equipment.