Introduction to Programable Networks: Software Is the New Hardware

By Mr. Bharat DHAR BAGATI

Software Is the New Hardware is a practical introduction to the world of programmable networks, where intelligence moves from fixed hardware to flexible software.

This book explains how modern networking is being transformed by concepts such as Software Defined Networking (SDN), OpenFlow, open architectures, and cloud-driven automation. Written in a clear and accessible style, it bridges the gap between traditional telecom networks and software-centric infrastructures used in data centers, cloud platforms, and 5G backhaul networks.

Ideal for telecom professionals, network engineers, students, and technology leaders, this book helps readers understand why networks are changing and how software is reshaping the future of connectivity.

Whether you are beginning your journey into SDN or looking to strengthen your foundational knowledge, this book offers a concise and forward-looking guide to modern networking.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GM9SYCSD
• ISBN13: 9798247314752
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 178 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.5" x 11.0"