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SD-WAN vs. VPN: A Comparative Analysis for Modern Networking The image provides a visual comparison between Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN) and Virtual Private Network (VPN) technologies. Both SD-WAN and VPNs are commonly used to connect distributed networks securely over the internet. However, they differ significantly in how they operate, the level of control they […]

The SD-WAN Controller: Simplifying Network Management and Enhancing Efficiency The diagram contrasts the traditional WAN approach with the SD-WAN architecture, focusing on the role of the SD-WAN controller in streamlining network management. This controller is a central component of SD-WAN, enabling centralized updates and configurations across the entire network, a significant improvement over the manual […]

Microsegmentation: Enhancing Security Through Granular Network Segmentation Microsegmentation is a powerful cybersecurity technique that divides a network into smaller, isolated segments, or "microsegments." This strategy allows organizations to implement more precise security controls, reducing the attack surface and limiting the potential impact of breaches. The image illustrates how microsegmentation works, depicting two distinct microsegments, each […]

Understanding Overlay Network Diagrams: A Key Concept in Modern Networking The image illustrates an overlay network diagram, a critical concept in networking, particularly in Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and SD-WAN architectures. Overlay networks provide a virtual network layer that runs on top of the existing physical infrastructure, or "underlay network." This separation of the logical and […]