TAP Into Technology Blog: TAPs vs SPAN (4)
TAP Test: Do you need a Network TAP?
Whether you are proactively designing a network for a new office or data center location, or looking to make changes to your current infrastructure, there are a lot of questions to ask during the initial design phase.
Understanding Advanced Features in a Network Packet Broker
Network Packet Brokers (NPBs) have come a long way from their modest roots as data monitoring switches, though their intended application remains nearly the same. The NPB is still primarily used as a device to maximize the performance of...
7 reasons why you shouldn’t choose SPAN as a real visibility access device
Every day I come across network techs who continue to rely on SPAN ports for their network access method. This blows my mind as its been proven time and again why you shouldn’t rely on SPAN ports. Let me share with you some of those...
Understanding the Visibility Limitations of SPAN Ports
Visibility is key for today’s Network Engineers and Managers. Visibility is a MUST when thinking about network security and compliance requirements and soon GDPR. I want to focus on the need for real visibility that only TAPs provide...
[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...
Network TAPs for Critical Infrastructure
Securing critical infrastructure such as Smart Grid and industrial control systems continues to be an ongoing challenge for IT Managers and Security Architects. State based agents, terrorists and organized crime are increasing their...