Introduces the guide scope and intended readers, explains Crosswork Network Controller and its related components, and summarizes integration information and security resources.
This chapter introduces the scope and intended audience. It also summarizes Crosswork Network Controller components, integration information, and security guidance.
About this guide
Outlines the installation and upgrade scope of this guide for Cisco Crosswork Network Controller Releases 7.2, 7.2.1, and 7.2.1 SP, and identifies integrated-component installation as outside its coverage.
Audience
Provides the intended reader profile and lists assumed experience with Docker, Python scripts, VMware deployment tools, Amazon Web Services, CloudFormation templates, and KVM networking.
Cisco Crosswork Network Controller
Explains how Cisco Crosswork Network Controller automates intent-based service provisioning, health monitoring, and optimization across multivendor networks through a common GUI and API.
Security
Explains Cisco product security commitments, the stated resources for product validation and advisories, and how to report security questions to Cisco Customer Experience.