Overview

F5 BIG-IP Next is the next generation of the trusted BIG-IP platform, rearchitected to simplify operations, strengthen security, enhance visibility, and deliver industry-leading performance. It offers versatile deployment options, including hardware, software, and container-native environments, aligning with modern application strategies to provide powerful application services wherever needed.

Features

Security

• Mitigates cutting-edge app and API threats with frequent security updates.
• Enhances SecOps operational efficiency and WAF deployment speed. Application Delivery
• Increases app availability with scalable and automatable delivery services.
• Supports core, cloud, and edge workloads. Container-Native
• Provides a secure, automated, and scalable solution for transitioning from 4G to 5G networks.
• Offers a single point of control in Kubernetes for container ingress and egress, security, and visibility. Virtual Edition
• Enhances security and reliability for hybrid- and multi-cloud apps.
• Built for cloud and virtualized environments. Traffic Management
• Intelligently load balances app traffic and eliminates single points of failure.
• Monitors app server status to maintain peak performance. Performance Optimization
• Optimizes app delivery with real-time traffic management and TCP/content offloading.
• Uses caching and compression to reduce latency and improve user experience. Automation and Integration
• Integrates with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools for streamlined operations.
• Provides API support for automated service management and configuration. Centralized Management
• Unified platform for managing all BIG-IP devices and services.
• Comprehensive monitoring and reporting for better visibility and control.

Benefits

• Enhanced Security: Protects applications from a wide range of threats with advanced security features.
• Improved Performance: Optimizes application delivery and performance, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Operational Efficiency: Automation and integration capabilities reduce operational complexity and improve efficiency.
• Scalability: Scales to meet the needs of growing applications and traffic demands.
• Comprehensive Management: Centralized control and monitoring provide deep insights and simplify management.

Components

• BIG-IP Next WAF
• BIG-IP Next Local Traffic Manager
• BIG-IP Next Cloud-Native Network Functions
• BIG-IP Next Service Proxy for Kubernetes
• BIG-IP Next Virtual Edition