Virtual Private Network

Installation and management of a Virtual Private Network or VPN has never been easier

No longer is the installation and maintenance of a Virtual Private Network, or VPN, a daunting task for the small business owner. Virtual Private Networks have undergone a considerable evolution from the late 1990s when first introduced as an alternative to a dedicated line or private network. Multiple vendors offer many VPN solutions today — selecting the best choice can be a challenging and complex process. Further, the complexities associated with installation, maintenance, and trouble shooting can mask the total cost of ownership, making cost comparisons between vendors nearly impossible.

Having configured hundreds of private network environments, ClearPath has a clear understanding of the industry’s standard VPN offerings, and developed SNAP VPN to address these shortcomings.

• Appliance-based solution where virtual private circuits (VPCs) or tunnels are run over shared Internet access lines; as the data is sent over the public Internet data must be encrypted to maintain security

• Network-based solution (ex: frame relay hub and spoke network), which is ideal for larger enterprises who require a dedicated connection with larger bandwidths to run mission critical applications, especially when a Quality of Service is required.

• Software-based service where a thin client is installed on a PC that is run each time a secure connection is required. This type of VPN will also establish a secure connection through use of a virtual private circuit and then encrypt the data prior to transport. This service works well for mobile employees who can’t bring a router or encryption appliance with them each time secure access is required.

ClearPath Networks provides every type of VPN service

SNAP VPN is an appliance-based service that removes the complexity typically associated with this type of VPN service. As SNAP VPN is plug & play, time consuming and complex installation challenges are eliminated; SNAP VPN’s web-based management interface allows easy management and monitoring of each VPN connection, the status of that connection, and the means to monitor and adjust security settings instantly, in real-time.

SNAP VPN Remote is a software-based service that takes the hassle out of remote access management and security. A license is included with each SNAP VPN appliance purchase; additional licenses are available for a one-time minimal cost. Licenses may be allocated, activated, or de-activated through a single web-based interface - SNAP View. Management challenges typically associated with this type of secure remote access are eliminated with SNAP VPN.

ClearPath also provides iVPN, an intelligent alternative to traditional network-based VPNs. This service offers a robust performance for those larger enterprises who require a higher Quality of Service to run multiple distributed applications. ClearPath owns and operates an ATM fiber optic private network throughout the United States capable of transporting your data over a private infrastructure, with no need to transverse the public Internet. As the transport is entirely private, data encryption is no longer required, thereby enhancing performance of your private network.

To learn more about any of these VPN options, please contact us.

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