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ALSO CALLED: Private Networks, Virtual Private Networking, V P N, Virtual Private Networks, and VPNs
DEFINITION: What is a virtual private network (VPN)?

A virtual private network (VPN) is a network that uses a public telecommunication infrastructure, such as the Internet, to provide remote offices or individual users with secure access to their organization's network. A virtual private network can be  … 
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Virtual Support Networks: Ten Tips for Delivering Managed Services to On-Site Systems
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: In late 2004 and early 2005, DB Kay & Associates conducted a market survey to uncover the best practices for deploying Virtual Support Networks.
Posted: 04 Sep 2008 | Published: 04 Sep 2008
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Citrix Security Podcast the power of server virtualization
sponsored by Citrix
PODCAST: Tune in to this podcast to learn about Remote security, Identifying sensitive data, Matching access policies to data types, and Malicious individuals vs. unwitting exposure.
Posted: 20 Aug 2008 | Premiered: 20 Aug 2008
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Remotely Manage Wired and Wireless PCs from the Same IT Console
sponsored by Intel Corporation
WHITE PAPER: In this whitepaper learn about the latest notebook and desktop PCs with IntelvPro technology. It builds on proven capabilities to enable even greater proactive security, enhanced maintenance, and improved remote management.
Posted: 20 Aug 2008 | Published: 20 Aug 2008
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Cisco ASA 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliance
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WEBCAST: In this webcast learn how you can use Cisco ASA 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliances to deploy advanced security while simplifying your network architecture and IT management.
Posted: 07 Aug 2008 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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Protecting Your Business From the Lurking Evil in Your Network
sponsored by Juniper Networks, Inc.
WEBCAST: This webcast discusses the evolution of security risks and how the network identifies and mitigates them. It also explains solutions that help proactively reduce or prevent the impacts of the evolving threats.
Posted: 30 Jul 2008 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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ESG: A Phased Approach to Network Access Control (NAC)
sponsored by Symantec Corporation
WHITE PAPER: Learn how Symantec Network Access Control can provide the secret to NAC success by offering a practical, phased implementation approach and by aligning NAC with business requirements.</
Posted: 29 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jul 2008
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Secure Mobile Computing: Using Two-factor Authentication with VPNs and Disk Encryption
sponsored by Aladdin Knowledge Systems
WHITE PAPER: Although mobile computing offers organizations many competitive advantages, it also entails significant security risks to corporate networks and sensitive corporate data. Read this whitepaper to learn about strong authentication solutions.
Posted: 28 Jul 2008 | Published: 11 Jun 2008
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Wireless LANs Standards: Where Are We Now?
sponsored by Burton Group
WHITE PAPER: Not all standards are created equal. Some are technically elegant but achieve little market adoption. Others are broadly deployed.
Posted: 18 Jul 2008 | Published: 13 Nov 2006
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NAC 2.0: A New Model for a More Secure Future
sponsored by Sophos Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This paper looks at where NAC 1.0 went wrong and describes how the new perspective of NAC 2.0 will allow organizations the flexibility of control to ensure effective endpoint and network governance.
Posted: 16 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jul 2008
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Patch Tuesday Alerts
sponsored by Lumension Security
PRESS RELEASE: Each Tuesday, Lumension Security reviews the Microsoft Security Bulletins and provides specific comments, recommendations and key considerations to help customers implement the latest round of security updates as quickly and effectively as possible.
Posted: 11 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jul 2008
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z CISCO PIX 515E SECURITY APPLIANCE
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
SOFTWARE LISTING: The Cisco® PIX® 515E Security Appliance delivers a wealth of advanced security and networking services for small-to-medium business and enterprise networks, in a modular, purpose-built appliance.
Posted: 10 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Dec 2007
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z Cisco 1800 Series Integrated Services Routers Fixed Configuration Models
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
SOFTWARE LISTING: The Cisco® 1800 Series integrated services routers intelligently embed data, security, and wireless technology into a single, resilient system for fast, secure, scalable delivery of mission-critical business applications.
Posted: 10 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2007
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z Cisco 870 Series Integrated Services Routers for Small Offices
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
SOFTWARE LISTING: The Cisco 850 and Cisco 870 series routers support a secure, affordable, and easy-to-use wireless LAN solution that combines mobility and flexibility with the enterprise-class features required by networking professionals.
Posted: 10 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2005
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TOPICS:  ATM | Firewalls | Routers | VPN | WAN | Wireless LAN

z Cisco PIX 506E Security Appliance
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
SOFTWARE LISTING: The Cisco® PIX® 506E Security Appliance delivers enterprise-class security for remote office, branch office, and small-to-medium business (SMB) networks, in a highperformance, easy-to-deploy purpose-bu...
Posted: 10 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Dec 2007
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Continuing IT Excellence by Simplifying Remote Desktop Access
sponsored by Citrix Online - GotoMyPC
CASE STUDY: Through GoToMyPC Corporate we provide not just better service to citizens but much more timely delivery of services. The mission of Fulton County's Department of Information Technology is to provide public services to county constituents by leverag...
Posted: 03 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2006
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Turn a Limited VPN Connection into Anytime, Anywhere Remote Access
sponsored by Citrix Online - GotoMyPC
WEBCAST: Watch this on-demand Webcast to explore how organizations can increase employee productivity by providing secure remote access via Citrix® GoToMyPC® Corporate. Hear Lisa Phifer, VP Core Competence, discuss how this simple remote...
Posted: 03 Jul 2008 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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Business Trends: A Strategic Overview-Featuring Gartner Content
sponsored by Sophos Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Sophos offers two distinct Network Access Control solutions which include comprehensive endpoint assessment, remediation and enforcement options, giving organizations control of managed, guest and unauthorized computers.
Posted: 01 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2007
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Security for Wireless Networks: A Comparison among SSL, Ipsec and Mobile Vpns
sponsored by NetMotion Wireless
WHITE PAPER: This paper outlines common threats and issues regarding wireless security in the context of typical uses of mobile devices over wireless networks and evaluates secure remote access solutions in comparison with NetMotion Mobility XE.
Posted: 27 Jun 2008 | Published: 01 Jun 2008
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Lost Connections
sponsored by NetMotion Wireless
NEWSLETTER: This article discusses about the software from mobile-VPN providers whose aim is to make the connections stronger, or to keep the programs running even if the connection is temporarily severed.
Posted: 27 Jun 2008 | Published: 11 Dec 2007
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Improve the Efficiency and Productivity of Healthcare Workers--with NetMotion Wireless' Award-winning Mobile VPN Software, Mobility XE
sponsored by NetMotion Wireless
DATA SHEET: Mobility XE has proved to be a vital component acting as the fulcrum in maintaining the wireless connection, and giving clinicians access to their applications.
Posted: 27 Jun 2008 | Published: 01 Sep 2007
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Best Practices for Measuring and Managing Today's Complex Messaging Environment
sponsored by Quest Software
WHITE PAPER: This white paper describes the components of a typical messaging environment and the recommended reporting, analysis, and diagnostic practices you should use to maintain the health of this complex environment.
Posted: 19 Jun 2008 | Published: 01 Sep 2007
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Tips for Overcoming Authentication Challenges in 2008
sponsored by VeriSign, Inc
WHITE PAPER: This expert E-Guide takes a look at the challenges of effectively authenticating consumers and details what your company can do to ensure the security of its online customers.
Posted: 09 Jun 2008 | Published: 01 Jun 2008
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Mobile NAC: Protecting Network Security by Protecting Mobile Endpoints
sponsored by Fiberlink Communications
WHITE PAPER: This white paper discusses a new approach to Network Access Control that overcomes both of these shortcomings of conventional NAC products.
Posted: 05 Jun 2008 | Published: 05 Jun 2008
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SingTel IP VPN - Logistics: Logistics Service Providers
sponsored by Singapore Telecommunications Ltd
WHITE PAPER: In this era of globalization, it's imperative that your offices are able to securely and effectively communicate. This white paper details the benefits of implementing an IP VPN solution and why it's a better choice than WAN.
Posted: 30 May 2008 | Published: 01 Mar 2008
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SingTel IP VPN - FSI Financial Services Institutions
sponsored by Singapore Telecommunications Ltd
WHITE PAPER: IP VPN technology, with its inherent benefits, can enable Financial Services Institutions (FSI) to reduce their operational expenses while increasing network performance and quality of service offered to both internal and external customers.
Posted: 30 May 2008 | Published: 01 Mar 2008
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VPN DEFINITION (continued): …  contrasted with an expensive system of owned or leased lines that can only be used by one organization. The goal of a VPN is to provide the organization with the same capabilities, but at a much lower cost.

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