Businesses and consumers alike have embraced the Internet and the endless possibilities it can provide. For businesses the Internet is utilised extensively for email communication and as a cost effective mechanism for connecting with other sites, partners and remote SOHO users.
However, because the Internet is a public network, how can you be sure that your data is not being intercepted, logged, reviewed or even manipulated in transit by individuals or even organisations who could use this information in an inappropriate or malicious manner?
To combat this threat Cutecra offers a range of Virtual Private Network (VPN) solutions specifically to ensure data integrity when transmitting data of any kind accross the Internet and/or other public/private networks.
The use of VPN technology enables encrypted data transmission between designated sites and users. There are typically three main types and applications of VPN technology:
Site to Site VPN (e.g. IPSEC enabled firewall to firewall)
Remote Access VPN (e.g. Laptop to Site using VPN client software)
SSL VPN (e.g. Provision of data access via Internet browser)
Site to Site VPN's offer a cost effective way of connecting to other sites and partners securely without the expense of private leased lines. The same technology can be used to secure data between any two VPN enabled devices accross any data path if necessary.
Remote access VPN's typically enable remote, mobile or home workers to access company data resources and applications via dialup or broadband connections in their home or on the road. Additional security features such as client firewall policy deployment and client integrity checking are available.
SSL VPN's enhance the data and application delivery options for remote, mobile or home workers allowing certain applications and data to be delivered to users via a standard web browser e.g. Microsoft Internet Explorer. This enables more flexible working options including the safe use of public "Internet Cafe" PC's to perform business functions should the situation dictate.
Remote Access and SSL VPN solutions may be most effectively used in conjunction with a 2-factor authentication solution.
All of the firewall solutions Cutecra offer will provide Site to Site and Remote Access VPN capabilities and may provide SSL VPN connectivity. Cutcra also offer dedicated system solutions to provide Remote Access VPN and SSL VPN connectivity.
Cutecra recommend the following Remote Access VPN and SSL VPN solutions: