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In this blog, we unravel the intricate dynamics between NetOps and SecOps, revealing the transformative power of unified solutions.
Learn how Garland Technology's innovative network visibility fabric becomes the conductor, orchestrating a harmonious collaboration that enhances performance monitoring, streamlines troubleshooting, and fortifies your defense against evolving threats.
At the heart of efficient IT operations lies the nexus between NetOps and SecOps. NetOps ensures the network runs like a well-oiled machine, optimizing performance and providing seamless connectivity.
Conversely, SecOps safeguards this intricate machinery from cyber threats, employing advanced tools to detect, respond, and mitigate security incidents. Powerful IT organizations recognize the interconnectedness of these functions and encourage harmonious collaboration.
Garland's network visibility fabric emerges as the beacon of unity, seamlessly integrating NetOps and SecOps functions. The fabric is not just a technological solution; it's a strategic approach that enhances IT collaboration and drastically reduces downtime.
By architecting to tools, not against them, This ensures that your NetOps and SecOps teams operate in tandem, sharing insights and leveraging each other's strengths.
At the core of this solution are Test Access Points (TAPs), the silent observers of your network's symphony. TAPs "tap" (get it?) into data streams without disrupting the flow, providing comprehensive visibility into network activities.
For NetOps, this means real-time insights into network performance, while SecOps gains the advantage of monitoring every nook and cranny for potential security threats.
Network packet brokers play a pivotal role in the symphony of network operations. These sophisticated devices go beyond mere data transportation; they intelligently aggregate, filter, and distribute data streams with precision. They make sure each data stream plays its part
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In essence, network packet brokers direct network traffic to enhance collaboration between NetOps and SecOps by providing role-specific insights.
A revolutionary aspect of Garland's approach is the philosophy of architecting to tools, not against them. This means that the network visibility fabric is not an imposition but a collaboration enabler. Your existing tools become more potent, working together seamlessly to enhance performance and security.
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The advantage is clear in a landscape where IT downtime can be costly and cyber threats are ever-evolving. Brands can supercharge their IT operations by bringing NetOps and SecOps into unison. Performance monitoring becomes more proactive, issue resolution becomes more efficient, and threat response becomes more effective.
In the complex symphony of modern IT operations, the harmonious collaboration between NetOps and SecOps emerges as the key to unlocking unparalleled efficiency and resilience. As we've explored the intricacies of Garland Technology's unified solution, it's evident that this isn't just a technological advancement; it's a strategic shift toward IT excellence.
Imagine a scenario where your NetOps and SecOps teams seamlessly collaborate, sharing insights and leveraging each other's strengths to fortify your organization against evolving challenges. The power of such collaboration is immeasurable — proactive performance monitoring, efficient issue resolution, and effective threat response become the norm rather than the exception.
This unified approach isn't about imposing new tools; it's about architecting them in harmony with your existing arsenal. It's a journey toward simplifying the complexities of network management, fostering a culture of collaboration, and aligning both teams toward shared goals.
Consider how this collaborative symphony could elevate your IT operations as we embark on this transformative journey. The potential is vast, and the time to unlock it is now.
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If the inline security tool goes off-line, the TAP will bypass the tool and automatically keep the link flowing. The Bypass TAP does this by sending heartbeat packets to the inline security tool. As long as the inline security tool is on-line, the heartbeat packets will be returned to the TAP, and the link traffic will continue to flow through the inline security tool.
If the heartbeat packets are not returned to the TAP (indicating that the inline security tool has gone off-line), the TAP will automatically 'bypass' the inline security tool and keep the link traffic flowing. The TAP also removes the heartbeat packets before sending the network traffic back onto the critical link.
While the TAP is in bypass mode, it continues to send heartbeat packets out to the inline security tool so that once the tool is back on-line, it will begin returning the heartbeat packets back to the TAP indicating that the tool is ready to go back to work. The TAP will then direct the network traffic back through the inline security tool along with the heartbeat packets placing the tool back inline.
Some of you may have noticed a flaw in the logic behind this solution! You say, “What if the TAP should fail because it is also in-line? Then the link will also fail!” The TAP would now be considered a point of failure. That is a good catch – but in our blog on Bypass vs. Failsafe, I explained that if a TAP were to fail or lose power, it must provide failsafe protection to the link it is attached to. So our network TAP will go into Failsafe mode keeping the link flowing.
Single point of failure: a risk to an IT network if one part of the system brings down a larger part of the entire system.
Heartbeat packet: a soft detection technology that monitors the health of inline appliances. Read the heartbeat packet blog here.
Critical link: the connection between two or more network devices or appliances that if the connection fails then the network is disrupted.