As we've inched closer and closer to quantum computing, quantum cryptography has become a greater concern. We haven't yet created a quantum computer that's faster than the binary computers we use today, but it's possible that this will change within a few … [Read more...] about Quantum Cryptography Explained: Applications, Disadvantages, & How It Works
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Network Visibility: Using Dashboards to Tell a Deeper Story
When it comes to network traffic monitoring, a single and unified view of your networking infrastructure is essential in ensuring that your environment is correctly watched over. It’s common to have hundreds, if not thousands, of routing and optimizing devices … [Read more...] about Network Visibility: Using Dashboards to Tell a Deeper Story
Securing your retail business during the holidays
With mere days until Hanukkah and less than a month before Christmas, retail organizations are starting to see a spike in online and in-store purchases. This is the "most wonderful time of the year" for retail because it means ending the year with a big boost … [Read more...] about Securing your retail business during the holidays
The Network Layers Explained [with examples]
In computer science, the concept of network layers is a framework that helps to understand complex network interactions. There are two models that are widely referenced today: OSI and TCP/IP. The concepts are similar, but the layers themselves differ between … [Read more...] about The Network Layers Explained [with examples]
Gigamon IPFIX Configuration from Command Line
Gigamon uses GigaSMART for most of its NetFlow configurations, but some of us just love working from within a CLI. With a bit of direction from a Gigamon representative, we were able to document the process of configuring IPFIX for Gigamon devices from—you … [Read more...] about Gigamon IPFIX Configuration from Command Line
How to Configure Cisco AnyConnect to Send Flow Data
Most companies have a VPN set up to allow users remote access to the company network, but that leaves a blind spot on the network—until now. … [Read more...] about How to Configure Cisco AnyConnect to Send Flow Data
Scrutinizer AMI Deployment Guide
Being on the pre-sales side of the house, I hear about a lot of upcoming projects for a variety of different companies and verticals. One that is really starting to get some traction is a cloud-first initiative. This guide aims to help new users deploy their … [Read more...] about Scrutinizer AMI Deployment Guide
How to Filter Network Traffic
When it comes to filtering network traffic, a scenario that appears simple in nature can be hard to accomplish at scale. Understanding top talker information or bandwidth trends isn’t really a problem for most traffic analysis solutions—the challenges I … [Read more...] about How to Filter Network Traffic
How to reduce your IoT threat surface
Recently, there has been an increase in distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks that involve the use of compromised IoT devices like IP cameras, and it is extremely common today for organizations and consumers to purchase IoT devices. So how can … [Read more...] about How to reduce your IoT threat surface
Network Analytics: What It Is, How It’s Used, and Who Benefits the Most
Simply put, network analytics is the practice of using different types of network data to identify trends and patterns. Then, that information is used to make better decisions—troubleshooting decisions, threat remediation decisions, business planning … [Read more...] about Network Analytics: What It Is, How It’s Used, and Who Benefits the Most
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