Network Security

Implementing network security is an investment in the integrity of your company, its reputation, its intellectual property and vital network operations. In today's business environment, one weakness in your company's security policy, procedures or software can seriously jeopardize the safety of your valuable information systems, computers and networks. Security measures tailored to meet evolving business requirements and risks make it possible for companies to work efficiently and effectively without compromising their viability. As companies reach out to customers, prospects and partners using an increased range of services - voice data traveling over the network, shared files, e-business and e-commerce - they open more doors to increased avenues of attack. Probable risks and threats to be addressed include: » Stolen, compromised and corrupted information; » Loss of confidentiality; » Disruption of service and possible destruction of files by viruses and worms; » Trojan Horse viruses that penetrate your most prize possessions and business information; Protect Your Company There are many devices and methods for protecting your company's security; knowing how and what to protect takes planning, development and implementation of specific policies and procedures. CLnetworks' security experts begin with a comprehensive survey designed to evaluate aspects of your company's security at all levels. We then determine appropriate measures to take, devices to install, procedures to enact and help your company secure its vital resources. To provide network security, CLnetworks draws on the most reliable manufacturers of equipment and software, including Check Point, Cisco, Cyllink, Intel/Shiva, Novell, RSA Security, SonicWall and Linksys. Ten Steps to Network Security: 1. Security policy and analysis. Define your company's security goals, identify areas to be secured, confront newest security issues; develop and implement a strategy for network security to be enforced uniformly and consistently. 2. Virus protection. Implement countermeasures to detect viruses, worms and Trojan Horses before they compromise your network. 3. Firewall protection. Based on your network needs, install the appropriate firewall to protect your network from intruders. Screening routers, proxy servers and authentication servers can be utilized alone and in combination as firewalls. 4. Virtual private network. Create a VPN for use by employees and selected remote users to help keep your data safe and your network secure. This can be achieved through a private WAN or by using technology called tunneling, which allows the creation of a private channel inside the Internet, protected by authentication and encryption, where users can establish individual sessions for working within the channel (VPN). 5. Authentication. Verify the identity of users through methods such as passwords, secret keys and encrypted certificates. Authentication can be linked to something the user knows (an encrypted response to a challenge message), something the user has (a token, key, magnetic stripe card or smart card containing a computer chip), or physical characteristics of the user (fingerprint or palm print ID, retinal scan, signature, voice recognition). 6. Encryption. Scramble transmitted text to protect information. This tried and true method uses algorithms to scramble text in a manner known to the recipient, who unscrambles the message. Asymmetric key encryption is most secure because it is difficult to reverse the algorithm unless some other piece of information is known. 7. Intrusion detection. Know when unauthorized people attempt to access your network and prevent an attack. Safeguard your network with a detect-alert-prevent approach. 8. Web and content filtering. Limit what those in your company view as they access the Internet from your network; control what others see as they access your network. 9. Integrity validation. Put your network security to the test. Challenge one or more savvy hackers to attempt to breach your security measures. How valuable is your peace of mind in the security of your business? At CLnetworks, we will put any concerns to rest with state-of-the art network security applications including firewall solutions, intrusion detection, VPN and virus protection. Protecting your network, computers and data from attack by hackers, viruses and, yes disgruntled employees is essential these days. Even networks initially designed with good security and data back-up measures become vulnerable over time. Reliable network security technologies are becoming increasingly vital in eliminating network security vulnerabilities. Without proper precautions businesses could experience major security breaches that may result in serious damages and income loss. Wireless Solutions Our wireless networking solutions will integrate your laptops, desktops and computer peripherals without the need and hassle of costly cable installations. Enjoy the flexibility and freedom of mobility of a wireless network as you share files and simultaneous Internet and network connections. We can install your wireless network in hard to wire locations where cabling is costly or not allowable. New users in differing locations can be added to the network without the timely hassle and expense of any cable installations, allowing businesses to expand easily and efficiently. With higher performance, better security, and lower pricing, it's now practical and cost-effective to implement a wireless network-based system for your business.

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