Trend Report

The Top 10 Trends In IT Networking, 2025

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Jul 15, 2025

Summary

Networking trends affect the ability to implement new technology, support digital transformation, and maintain security. The evolving landscape of businesswide fabric, multicloud/hybrid cloud, edge computing, microservices/containers, and Zero Trust models require networking pros to adapt their skills and knowledge. Failure to address them can lead to inefficient operations, higher security risks, and reduced competitiveness. By staying informed about networking trends and developing necessary skills for their teams, leaders can ensure their organization remains agile and adaptable in the changing tech landscape. This report describes the top 10 trends in IT networking and what they’ll mean to you.

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