XDR stands for eXtended Detection and Response. What it is depends on who is explaining it. XDR evolved very quickly from Network Detection and Response (NDR) and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) because everyone realized that neither alone could solve the enterprise security problem. In loose terms, XDR is similar to the old concept of a layered security strategy.
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Rick is the VP of Global Field Services at Plixer, where he oversees sales engineering and technical services. Over the past 25+ years Rick has performed many different roles including Systems Engineer, Network Engineer, Sales Engineer, Security Architect, and Manager and Director of Sales Engineering. He is a graduate of Eastern Connecticut State University with a B.S. of Computer Science.