GITNUXREPORT 2025

Networking Statistics

Enterprise networks shift to cloud, security, and automation amid rising threats.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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90% of organizations are implementing Zero Trust security models

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By 2024, more than 50% of enterprise network traffic will come from encrypted traffic

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The average cost of a data breach in 2023 was $4.45 million globally

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85% of companies believe their network security risk increased due to remote work

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72% of organizations cite network security as their top priority for digital transformation

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The global network security market is projected to reach $45 billion by 2027

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36% of all network breaches involve insider threats

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The average time to detect a cybersecurity attack is 211 days

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92% of new network threats are targeted attacks that use advanced tactics

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Over 65% of enterprise networks are implementing network segmentation strategies

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30% of enterprises report that their network security budgets increased by more than 25% in 2023

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85% of enterprises have deployed multi-factor authentication for network access

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The use of AI for network security is expected to grow at a CAGR of 23.4% through 2027

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Over 90% of organizations track network device inventory for security compliance

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58% of organizations have experienced at least one cyberattack targeting their network in the past year

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55% of new network vulnerabilities are discovered through threat intelligence services

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The adoption rate of cloud firewalls increased by 35% from 2020 to 2023

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45% of organizations use DNS filtering to prevent malicious activity

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61% of organizations have implemented network access control solutions

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60% of network outages are caused by human error

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VPN usage increased by 174% during the COVID-19 pandemic

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45% of traffic in enterprise networks is video streaming

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Over 80% of enterprise traffic is projected to be cloud-based by 2025

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The global enterprise WLAN market is expected to reach $13.7 billion by 2026

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The number of connected IoT devices is forecasted to reach 25.4 billion worldwide in 2030

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70% of enterprise networks are now wireless

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The adoption of SD-WAN technology is expected to grow at a CAGR of 20.4% from 2021 to 2028

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The number of network devices is expected to surpass 50 billion by 2025

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The adoption of 5G networks increased by over 200% in 2022

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Wi-Fi 6 adoption has grown by over 40% in the last year

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The world's largest data center market is in the Asia-Pacific region, with an approximate market value of $60 billion

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The global SD-WAN market is projected to reach $12.7 billion by 2028

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IPv6 adoption in enterprises has grown to nearly 30% in 2023

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57% of network administrators experience challenges with network scaling

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68% of organizations are adopting network automation solutions

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70% of network downtime is due to hardware failures

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Nearly 50% of all network traffic is now IP-based

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The average enterprise spends approximately $1 million annually on network maintenance

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65% of network administrators cite difficulty in managing legacy systems as a challenge

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Cloud-based network management solutions are used by 75% of large enterprises

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48% of network devices are now managed remotely

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Over 70% of enterprises utilize SIP trunking for unified communications

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The average lifespan of enterprise network hardware is approximately 5 years

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81% of network professionals believe that automation will significantly improve network efficiency

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84% of IT professionals say network performance is critical to business success

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The average Wi-Fi network speed in enterprise environments is around 200 Mbps

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62% of organizations use network performance monitoring tools to detect issues proactively

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Key Highlights

Over 80% of enterprise traffic is projected to be cloud-based by 2025
The global enterprise WLAN market is expected to reach $13.7 billion by 2026
90% of organizations are implementing Zero Trust security models
The number of connected IoT devices is forecasted to reach 25.4 billion worldwide in 2030
70% of enterprise networks are now wireless
60% of network outages are caused by human error
By 2024, more than 50% of enterprise network traffic will come from encrypted traffic
VPN usage increased by 174% during the COVID-19 pandemic
The average cost of a data breach in 2023 was $4.45 million globally
85% of companies believe their network security risk increased due to remote work
The adoption of SD-WAN technology is expected to grow at a CAGR of 20.4% from 2021 to 2028
57% of network administrators experience challenges with network scaling
The number of network devices is expected to surpass 50 billion by 2025

As the digital landscape accelerates—with over 80% of enterprise traffic shifting to the cloud and 90% of organizations adopting Zero Trust security models—navigating the future of networking has become more complex and essential than ever.

Cybersecurity and Threat Management

90% of organizations are implementing Zero Trust security models
By 2024, more than 50% of enterprise network traffic will come from encrypted traffic
The average cost of a data breach in 2023 was $4.45 million globally
85% of companies believe their network security risk increased due to remote work
72% of organizations cite network security as their top priority for digital transformation
The global network security market is projected to reach $45 billion by 2027
36% of all network breaches involve insider threats
The average time to detect a cybersecurity attack is 211 days
92% of new network threats are targeted attacks that use advanced tactics
Over 65% of enterprise networks are implementing network segmentation strategies
30% of enterprises report that their network security budgets increased by more than 25% in 2023
85% of enterprises have deployed multi-factor authentication for network access
The use of AI for network security is expected to grow at a CAGR of 23.4% through 2027
Over 90% of organizations track network device inventory for security compliance
58% of organizations have experienced at least one cyberattack targeting their network in the past year
55% of new network vulnerabilities are discovered through threat intelligence services
The adoption rate of cloud firewalls increased by 35% from 2020 to 2023
45% of organizations use DNS filtering to prevent malicious activity
61% of organizations have implemented network access control solutions

Cybersecurity and Threat Management Interpretation

With 90% of organizations embracing Zero Trust and investing heavily in advanced tools like AI and segmentation, it's clear the network security game has shifted from perimeter guarding to vigilant fortification—because in 2024, even encrypted traffic can't be trusted without relentless scrutiny, especially when the average breach costs over $4 million and insider threats account for a significant share.

End-User Behavior and Organizational Security Policies

60% of network outages are caused by human error
VPN usage increased by 174% during the COVID-19 pandemic
45% of traffic in enterprise networks is video streaming

End-User Behavior and Organizational Security Policies Interpretation

With nearly two-thirds of network outages stemming from human error, a surge in VPN use during the pandemic, and almost half of enterprise traffic now dedicated to video streaming, it's clear that as our digital habits evolve, so too must our vigilance and infrastructure resilience.

Network Deployment Trends and Market Growth

Over 80% of enterprise traffic is projected to be cloud-based by 2025
The global enterprise WLAN market is expected to reach $13.7 billion by 2026
The number of connected IoT devices is forecasted to reach 25.4 billion worldwide in 2030
70% of enterprise networks are now wireless
The adoption of SD-WAN technology is expected to grow at a CAGR of 20.4% from 2021 to 2028
The number of network devices is expected to surpass 50 billion by 2025
The adoption of 5G networks increased by over 200% in 2022
Wi-Fi 6 adoption has grown by over 40% in the last year
The world's largest data center market is in the Asia-Pacific region, with an approximate market value of $60 billion
The global SD-WAN market is projected to reach $12.7 billion by 2028
IPv6 adoption in enterprises has grown to nearly 30% in 2023

Network Deployment Trends and Market Growth Interpretation

As enterprise networks pivot sharply toward cloud, wireless, and IoT connectivity—propelled by rapid 5G and Wi-Fi 6 adoption—it's clear that tomorrow's network landscape will be less about cables and more about smart, scalable, and ever-expanding digital ecosystems, demanding a strategic embrace of innovations like SD-WAN and IPv6 to keep pace with the 50 billion devices connecting globally by 2025.

Network Infrastructure and Wireless Technologies

57% of network administrators experience challenges with network scaling
68% of organizations are adopting network automation solutions
70% of network downtime is due to hardware failures
Nearly 50% of all network traffic is now IP-based
The average enterprise spends approximately $1 million annually on network maintenance
65% of network administrators cite difficulty in managing legacy systems as a challenge
Cloud-based network management solutions are used by 75% of large enterprises
48% of network devices are now managed remotely
Over 70% of enterprises utilize SIP trunking for unified communications
The average lifespan of enterprise network hardware is approximately 5 years
81% of network professionals believe that automation will significantly improve network efficiency

Network Infrastructure and Wireless Technologies Interpretation

As nearly half of network traffic now flows IP-based and 81% of professionals see automation as a game-changer, it's clear that while legacy hurdles and hardware failures still challenge nearly every network, embracing cloud solutions and remote management is essential for turning the tide toward a more resilient and efficient digital backbone.

Network Performance and Management Tools

84% of IT professionals say network performance is critical to business success
The average Wi-Fi network speed in enterprise environments is around 200 Mbps
62% of organizations use network performance monitoring tools to detect issues proactively

Network Performance and Management Tools Interpretation

With 84% of IT pros asserting that network performance is vital to success, an average Wi-Fi speed of 200 Mbps, and 62% leveraging monitoring tools, it's clear that today’s enterprises recognize a fast and vigilant network as the backbone of their competitive edge—yet the race for seamless connectivity remains ongoing.