Access-control lists, originally designed for routers to deny or admit packets entering a network from a WAN, have drawbacks in controlling a diverse group of users accessing LANs. ACLs have no ...

Protect your home network from potential IoT device vulnerabilities with these practical tips for segmentation, strong passwords, and more.

This is the second article in our spotlight on the evolution of the SGi/Gi-LAN, a core element in today’s mobile networks. Faced with an explosion of mobile devices and a shift in traffic patterns ...

The freedom of wireless networking is enticing, but the accompanying risks are daunting. If you're running a wireless LAN on the 802.11 standards, you may think your organization is secure. Think ...

Airgap Networks has developed a ransomware kill switch that blocks all lateral device-to-device communications and disables network-level communications among workstations and applications.

ConSentry’s LANShield Switch inspects packets at speeds up to 10 Gbps and includes Layer 7 visibility, user access and threat control, and policy-setting features. The switch supports access ...

Nmap is an essential tool for anyone who's serious about network security. It can be installed on any Linux distribution.

The Firewalla Gold router allows easily configurable and powerful control over a home network, from resisting attacks to identifying internal device threats to blocking ads and adult sites. The ...