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German Security Group Defines Blueprint for Next Generation Network Access
NUREMBERG, Germany, May 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Culled from 21 years of network access control implementation experience, NCP engineering GmbH (http://www.ncp.de) today announced a blueprint for Next Generation Network Access Technology. The roadmap details the 12 essential components (http://www.ncp-e.com/en/vpn-szenarien-produkte/argumente/anforderungen- access -technologie.html) organisations need to secure their networks, foster productivity across a distributed network and streamline central management policy, while meeting compliance mandates. (Due to the length of this URL, it may be necessary to copy and paste this hyperlink into your Internet browser's URL address field. Remove the space if one exists.) Next Generation Network Access Technology core modules include Network Access Control (NAC), Identity and Access Management (IAM), endpoint security (IPSec, SSL or hybrid VPN gateway), VPN management and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). "NCP's Secure Communications (http://www.ncp-e.com/en/vpn-scenarios-products/vpn-products.html) technology is a prime example of the next generation network access solution enterprises need. It addresses businesses' pain points and reduces the burdens of large, complex environments, bringing the benefits of secure network access without the management headaches," said Fran Howarth, Quocirca analyst. "The enterprise security industry is evolving as a new generation of IPSec VPNs becomes available. Organisations are now requiring a centrally managed, high security network access solution with powerful personal firewalls to provide complete system and device coverage." Blueprint for Next Generation Network Access Technology Essential components enterprises need to achieve highly secure network access include (The full blueprint can be accessed at http://www.ncp-e.com/en/vpn-szenarien-produkte/argumente/anforderungen-access -technologie.html.) (Due to the length of this URL, it may be necessary to copy and paste this hyperlink into your Internet browser's URL address field. Remove the space if one exists.) - Central Management - Secure communications technology must be easy-to-use and simple to operate. With a single point of administration, only one user interface and one console are needed to manage mass-rollouts. - Network Access Control - Endpoint policy enforcement enables enterprises to specify access parameters to the network system, forcing users without valid device configurations into a quarantine zone. - IPSec and SSL Hybrid Support - Regardless of which VPN gateway is applied, a central remote station, such as the NCP Secure Enterprise Server, is able to control both worlds. The simultaneous support of IPSec and SSL protocols guarantees secure company communications in every environment. - Open Standard Interface - The network access control solution supports all relevant operating systems and VPN gateways, and an open standard interface reduces organisations' administrative burdens as well as overhead costs. - Personal Firewall - An integrated, dynamic personal firewall with friendly net detection automatically recognises safe and unsafe networks and regulates activity on these networks. For additional details and screenshots of single components of the Next Generation Network Access Technology, please visit http://www.ncp-e.com/en/news-press-events/image-archive.html. About NCP NCP engineering GmbH headquartered in Nürnberg Germany is a provider of application and industry-neutral communication software for highly secure data transmission in public networks and the Internet. Core competencies are in the areas of IP routing, central management of remote systems, as well as encryption, VPN, and firewall technologies. Under the guiding principle of "Secure Communications" the firm develops products and solutions for the areas of mobile computing, teleworking, E-commerce, online banking, production data acquisition, system control (remote maintenance), and branch office networking. NCP product technology guarantees integration and compatibility with products from other manufacturers. NCP relies on collaboration with technology partners and OEM partners, and on sales via distributors and certified system houses for national and international marketing. Customers include companies, government agencies, and organisations. Press Contacts: NCP engineering GmbH Juergen Hoenig +49-911-99-68-151 jhg@ncp-e.com
