"5 Key Insights on AI, WiFi 7, and Becoming Agents for Change

Here's the edited blog post:5 Key Insights on AI, WiFi 7, and Becoming Agents for ChangeAs we look ahead to 2025, it's clear that artificial intelligence (AI) will play a pivotal role in transforming the networking landscape. In this article, we'll explore five key trends that will shape the future of networking.Trend #1: AI-driven Performance OptimizationAccording to Gartner's "Top Technology Trends 2025," AI is poised to significantly influence various sectors by 2025, including networking. At Zyxel Networks, we've been leveraging AI for some time now to improve our products' self-diagnosis and healing capabilities. Our devices can now detect potential issues and either initiate remedial actions or alert administrators, enabling proactive management and optimization.Trend #2: WiFi 7 DominanceIn 2025, WiFi 7 will become the dominant standard, leaving WiFi 6 as a budget-friendly option. With seven WiFi 7 access points in our portfolio, customers can choose from options suited to every scenario and size of organization. The benefits of WiFi 7 include superior bandwidth, low latency, and future-proofing.Trend #3: Multi-gig SwitchesThe massive volume of traffic flowing across all networks has driven the adoption of switches with ports that can support multiple gigabit speeds. This trend will continue in 2025, with multi-gig switches providing an element of future-proofing and investment protection. We're launching our first switch that provides 25G on network ports and up to 100G on the uplink.Trend #4: Increased Uptake of Managed ServicesAI is expected to further accelerate the uptake of managed services in 2025. Our AI-powered platform, Nebula, will proactively alert administrators and technicians to potential issues or problems earlier, making it simpler to manage more devices and bigger networks. This shift towards managed services will enable technical staff to make better use of their time.Trend #5: Growing Adoption of 5G/LTESales of 5G/LTE routers are relatively small but fast-growing. These mobile devices are perfect for situations where a fixed line may take some time to be installed or in remote areas with poor broadband connections. As hybrid and remote working become the norm, we expect to see growth in 5G/LTE connectivity.ConclusionIn networking, AI will undoubtedly be a hot topic (once again) in 2025. However, the underlying trends will focus on meeting higher bandwidth demands, future-proofing, and protecting investment. As agents for change, it's essential to stay ahead of the curve by embracing these trends and leveraging AI-driven solutions.About the AuthorGary Chen is the Regional Head for Southeast Asia at Zyxel Networks, a global provider of secure, AI-powered networking solutions for small to medium businesses (SMBs) and the enterprise-edge.

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