Evolution and Use Cases of VxLAN in Campus Networks

Exploring the history and purpose of VxLAN as an encapsulation mechanism addressing VLAN limitations, this chapter discusses its applications in campus networks for network segmentation and security measures, including preventing lateral movement between network segments. The conversation extends to various network automation technologies, standardization debates versus customized network designs, and tailoring network setups to meet specific business requirements, emphasizing the importance of customization and optimization in enterprise networking.