TAP Into Technology Blog: Network Infrastructure (5)
[Analysis] Full Duplex Capture in Industrial Networks
The convergence of IT and OT in the context of Industry 4.0 has led to a crowded market of security solutions targeting the shop floor on different levels. While the security of the legacy IT systems was part of the initial planning of...
Fiber Facts—Yes, You Do Need to Read This
Just like how network security used to be simple with just a firewall and the live wire, network connectivity used to be simply copper cabling and the popular RJ45 connector. While copper won’t be leaving the data center any time soon,...
The 101 Series: Link Failure Propagation and High Availability
Many customers that we talk to have more than one Internet connection at their facility. Referred to as a high availability (HA) scenario, this active/active or active/passive link setup ensures customers that when the primary link goes...
MTP® Brand Connectors versus Generic MPO in Fiber Networks
Generic MPO connectors have been the standard for network architects who require density and strive for shorter install times, as well as simplified cabling infrastructure for their 40G/100G data centers. Multi-mode MPO connectors can pack...
[Get the Data You Want] Simplify PCI DSS Compliance with an MSSP
For years, the financial services industry was the most targeted industry for sophisticated cyber attackers (and some not so sophisticated). This was never too surprising—attackers often follow the money, starting with the low hanging...
[Demo] Chaining the Edge of your Network
In our recent webinar with Palo Alto Networks' Fuel User Group I asked the attendees a survey question: "How many security tools do you currently deploy?" The answer from the majority of the group was "4 or more." The attendees - all Fuel...