TAP Into Technology Blog: Network Design (5)
Maximize the value of NPBs with Garland Technology’s PacketMAX™
Today’s complex networks require hardware and software vendors to work well together to provide solutions that meet the customers’ needs. As a manufacturer of network TAPs and packet broker solutions, Garland Technology knows that...
What's the difference between BiDi and Bi-Directional?
Computer networking terminology can become overly fickle once vendor products get into the mix. To help alleviate the confusion, we’re going to go over how Garland Technology approaches terminology and hopefully clear up some understanding...
The Smarter Things Network TAPs Do to Make Your Security Program Stronger
Make no mistake – securing your organization from outside cyber threats is one of the most difficult and challenging aspects of IT. In all likelihood, attackers are continually probing your network, seeking passwords, vulnerabilities or...
Network Visibility Fabric Design: Starts with the Access Layer
Network visibility fabrics, a combination of network TAPs, network packet brokers, aggregation devices, and bypass devices, play a critical role for network performance management and security operations.
Selecting the Right Packet Broker for Your Network
The Network Packet Broker (NPB) has become a critical component to any network. They offer numerous benefits to both network operations and network security teams. With an increasing number of vendors offering these products, selecting the...
Optimize your Network Design for Intrusion Detection Systems
With today’s heightened threat levels, many companies are shoring up their defenses and adding an intrusion detection system (IDS) to their security stacks. By constantly monitoring network and system activities for malicious activity or...