How SD-WAN is better than MPLS

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SD-WAN (Software Defined Wide Area Networking) is better than MPLS (Multi Protocol Label Switching) because the technology is more in-line with the needs of almost all modern Enterprise businesses.

Editors Note: There is always an exception to the rule and each use case is different.
How SD-WAN Is Better Than MPLS
How SD-WAN Is Better Than MPLS

Here are the main reasons why SD WAN is now a preferred WAN technology vs MPLS:

  • Cost savings – SD-WAN is capable of using low cost broadband and cellular Internet connectivity which reduces cost when compared to MPLS.
  • Traffic steering – SD-WAN can dynamically route traffic based on your network administrators preference or network conditions.
  • Public cloud – SD-WAN enables users and branch offices to access their cloud applications from wherever they are located without the restrictive privacy of MPLS.
  • SASE & SSE Security – SD-WAN is often sold with SASE and SSE security which makes the Enterprise much more secure than MPLS by applying end point protection.
  • Agility – SD-WAN can be managed by the Enterprise via simple to use configuration and deployment portals with sophisticated reporting and statistics.

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