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How SD-WAN Can Help Enable Digital Transformation
When embarking on digital transformation initiatives, its important to factor in WAN design to avoid poor application performance and customer dissatisfaction. In this white paper, you’ll explore the drawbacks of traditional WAN architectures and how a managed SD-WAN service can overcome some of these challenges.
Network Security News
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April 28, 2020
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Apr'20
How telemedicine, SD-WAN helped two firms get back to work
COVID-19 is forcing companies to rethink their workplaces. Medical companies TrialCard and Vohra have turned to SD-WAN and telemedicine, respectively, to keep employees productive.
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April 01, 2020
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Apr'20
CloudGenix-Palo Alto buy combines SD-WAN with cloud security
The CloudGenix-Palo Alto Networks acquisition will combine the Prisma cloud security suite with CloudGenix's software-defined WAN.
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March 24, 2020
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Mar'20
Cisco security GM discusses plan for infosec domination
At RSA Conference 2020, Gee Rittenhouse, senior vice president and general manager of Cisco's security group, talks about the company's strategy to reshape the infosec industry.
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February 26, 2020
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Feb'20
CISA chief can't guarantee election security
CISA Chief Christopher Krebs told RSA attendees he can't guarantee election security. Krebs also discussed CISA's efforts against Iranian hackers and ransomware attacks.
Network Security Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Top 5 VPN myths and misconceptions for IT organizations
Although VPN technology has its challenges, various misconceptions exist that can muddle IT teams' understandings of VPNs. Here are five common VPN misconceptions debunked. Continue Reading
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Learn about SecOps: Cybersecurity basics for NetOps teams
To bridge the gap between NetOps and SecOps teams, network pros should know security fundamentals, including different types of attackers, attacks and available security services. Continue Reading
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Test your cyber-smarts with this network security quiz
Show what you know about the topics covered in the May 2020 issue of Information Security magazine. If you get nine of 10 answers right, you'll also receive CPE credit! Continue Reading
Evaluate Network Security Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Is VPN split tunneling worth the security risks?
Enabling VPN split tunneling may increase speed and decrease bandwidth use and costs, but it also increases the number of security vulnerabilities faced. Continue Reading
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Guide to business continuity planning during coronavirus
This guide offers information on the effect of the coronavirus on enterprises and the need for pandemic and business continuity planning to keep businesses safe and in operation. Continue Reading
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NetOps-SecOps collaboration has its benefits and challenges
Companies are forming formal partnerships between their network and security teams. While this collaboration reaps benefits, some significant roadblocks remain. Continue Reading
Manage Network Security
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Why CISOs need advanced network security strategies now
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Zero-trust networking adoption, management, complexities
The zero-trust networking model makes sense to offset modern threats, IEEE senior member Jack Burbank advises, but it's not without adoption, deployment and management challenges. Continue Reading
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Tips to improve network security visibility
Network security visibility can be tricky, especially with the range of products available. These tips help teams pinpoint potential vulnerabilities and gauge the tools they need. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Network Security Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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How to protect the network from ransomware in 5 steps
Stronger network security could be the key to preventing a ransomware infection. Follow these five steps to protect your network from ransomware. Continue Reading
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8 remote work security risks and tips to mitigate them
On a positive note, the coronavirus crisis provides network managers with an opportunity to bolster their remote work security programs now and for the long term. Continue Reading
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Tips for managing two VPN connections at the same time
As the remote workforce increases, network managers and users might opt to set up two concurrent VPN connections from the same remote device. But that might not be possible -- or safe. Continue Reading