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Juniper Networks

AI-native networking that makes every connection smarter

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Juniper Networks, now part of HPE, provides AI-native networking products and services spanning wireless and wired access, SD-WAN/SASE, routing and switching, security, and data center networking. The portfolio is organized around the Mist AI platform, which applies AI-driven operations across campus, branch, WAN, and data center environments to help IT teams deploy and manage networks.

Key components include Marvis AI for AIOps, Wireless Assurance, Wired Assurance, WAN Assurance, Security Assurance, Access Assurance (NAC), and Premium Analytics. Product lines cover EX and QFX switches, ACX, MX, and PTX routers, SRX next-generation firewalls, Secure Services Edge (SSE), Secure Connect, and Session Smart Routers. Data center capabilities include Apstra Data Center Director, Data Center Assurance, and Ops for AI. The network operating systems are Junos OS and Junos OS Evolved. Services include Juniper Support Insights (JSI), AI Care Services, and AI Data Center Deployment Services.

The offerings target enterprises, service providers, cloud operators, and industries such as government, education, healthcare, and retail. Packaging includes cloud subscription services, enterprise agreements, Networking as a Service (NaaS), a cloud marketplace, trials and demos, and free access options such as a free access point and free training.

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