A cloud-based framework that converges networking (like SD-WAN) and security functions (like Secure Web Gateway, CASB, Firewall as a Service, Zero Trust Network Access) into a single, unified service to securely connect users, devices, and applications anywhere.
A security team that acts as an organization's central command, bringing together its entire IT infrastructure. High costs, complexity, and staff-intensive requirements make deploying an internal SOS unrealistic for all but the largest enterprises. Managed service providers (MSPs) are key to providing critical SOC services for smaller and mid-market businesses.
Stands for Security Information and Event Management. Provides real-time analysis of security alerts from applications and network hardware. The main downsides of SIEM products are their complexity and high cost, leading to difficult setup, alert fatigue, significant resource needs (expertise, hardware), and long deployment times. XDR is the smarter choice for MSPs and lean IT teams.
An authentication method in which one login (typically with username and password) allows access to multiple applications and services, providing convenience for users and better and centralized oversight for IT teams.
A cloud-based model where software applications are delivered over the Internet, typically via a web browser, on a subscription basis, with the provider managing all underlying infrastructure, maintenance, and updates.