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Network Security Architecture: Best Practices & Tools

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Network security architecture is a strategy that provides formal processes to design robust and secure networks. Effective implementation improves data throughput, system reliability, and overall security for any organization.

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What Is VLAN Tagging? Definition & Best Practices

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Layer Two Protocol: Also known as the data link layer, this type of networking protocol is where switches, wireless access points, frames, and other devices are able to exchange information packets within a single VLAN. For an example of VLANs used for network security segmentation purposes, see Building a Ransomware Resilient Architecture.

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What Is Industrial Control System (ICS) Cyber Security?

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Industrial networks include wired and wireless technologies such as Ethernet, Modbus, and Profibus. Zero-Trust Architecture This approach ensures strict access controls, where no user or device is trusted by default—even within the network. Industrial Networks Communication networks are crucial for connecting all components of an ICS.

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Versa Unified SASE Review & Features 2023

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Since Versa Unified SASE is the only top SASE vendor that offers an option for locally installed SASE control software, buyers with strong security needs (military, biotech, etc.) must strongly consider this product. Email Address By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

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What Is Encryption? Definition, How it Works, & Examples

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NIST continues to encourage the development of lightweight cryptography that can be used in constrained environments and researchers also continue to explore new types of hardware (microchips, architecture, etc.) that can perform encryption using less power and memory. It was updated by Chad Kime on December 7, 2023.

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What is a Virtual Private Network (VPN)? VPN Security Explained

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A multi-hop architecture is preferable for some applications because of its added security (packets are re-encrypted for each hop), but it can introduce latency. Zero Trust Architecture and Privileged Access Management: VPNs allow users into the perimeter of a business system. Each server-to-server connection is called a “hop.”

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