Definition
Network Infrastructure refers to the hardware, software, and systems that enable communication between computing resources, users, applications, and data platforms.
In data centers, network infrastructure provides high-speed connectivity between servers, storage systems, and external networks.
Why It Matters
Modern AI workloads require massive data movement between computing nodes.
Advanced network infrastructure enables:
- High-speed communication
- Low-latency processing
- Distributed computing
- Efficient data transfer
Key Technologies
High-Speed Networking
Includes:
- Ethernet
- InfiniBand
- Optical networking
Data Center Switching
Connects servers and computing systems.
Network Management
Provides:
- Monitoring
- Optimization
- Security control
Applications
Network infrastructure supports:
- AI data centers
- Cloud platforms
- HPC environments
- Enterprise networks
- Edge computing
Related Terms
Related ATTOM Solutions
ATTOM develops integrated data center infrastructure solutions supporting the power, cooling, and deployment requirements of modern computing environments.
