TAP Into Technology Blog

The 101 Series: Bypass Network TAPs Protectors of the Critical Link

Introduction Typically, a network TAP (test access point) is a device that creates a full duplex copy of 100% of the network traffic flowing between the two (2) connected devices. The Bypass TAP...

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3 Key Considerations When Building an Effective Cyber Fly-away Kit (FAK)

For professionals operating in cybersecurity or IT within the Department of Defense, cyber Fly-away Kits (FAKs) are mission-critical tools. When responding to remote deployments or securing...

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Firewalls vs. Data Diode — Why OT Security Teams Turn to Hardware Data Diodes

Air gaps and segmentation are common concepts to secure OT networks, with the goal of minimizing the harm of a breach and threats by isolating it to a limited part of the network. Unless an attacker...

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Benefits of Installing MSSP Sensors Utilizing Network TAP Visibility

Congratulations on the deal closing! You worked it for several months and convinced Customer A to install your MSSP Sensor. This Sensor’s objective is to plug into the customer’s IT network, capture...

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TAP + Aggregation for Gigabit Copper Networks

While we keep hearing about networks migrating to 40G or 100G, it's important to note that many networks still consist of 1 Gigabit copper. Of course, these networks still require reliable traffic...

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The 101 Series: Fiber Polarity

In our 101 network TAP series, we have explained the functionality of the various different types of network TAPs as well as some key features. Now we’re going to take a closer look at fiber optics...

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