While “Connect/21: The Ultimate Guide to Next-Gen Networking” does not exist as a single, widely published book or standalone document under that exact title, the phrase represents a convergence of distinct tech initiatives, white papers, and industry guides from the 2021–2022 era.
The terminology points directly to three distinct possibilities depending on your context: 1. The AT&T Business Next-Gen Networking Framework (2021)
In late 2021, AT&T Business launched a major educational push to demystify complex infrastructures for enterprises. They released a comprehensive, 4-installment technical guide titled “Next Generation Networking Solution Dimensions”.
Core Focus: Transitioning businesses from rigid, hardware-heavy legacy frameworks to agile systems.
Key Themes: Incorporating virtualized network functions, Software-Defined Networking (SDN), and enhanced security to optimize corporate performance.
2. Connect 21 (Digital Infrastructure & Events Architecture)
If you are looking at enterprise solutions or smart city infrastructure, Connect 21 is a specialized technology services provider born out of high-pressure global deployments (such as Expo 2020 Dubai). Their operational guides focus heavily on architecting the next generation of physical and digital connectivity:
Enterprise Wi-Fi 7 Deployment: Managing ultra-wide 320 MHz channels and multi-link operations (MLO).
IoT Aggregation: Scaling frameworks to support hundreds of thousands of IoT sensors, smart buildings, and physical security layers simultaneously. 3. The “Next Generation Networking” (NGN) Paradigm Next Generation Networking A Complete Guide – 2020 Edition
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