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NAC security: Network access control policy, product best practices
A network access control (NAC) policy can make or break the security of your customer's network. Learn about the benefits of NAC and implementation in this cheat sheet comprised of our best NAC security content. Feature
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Security solution providers' priorities in 2009
Learn how security solution providers' priorities measure up to security end user priorities in the areas of identity and access management, endpoint security and network-based security. Feature
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Access control compliance and corporate governance considerations
As regulatory compliance obligations play a more prominent role in client businesses, solution providers need to focus more on access control compliance considerations. Learn about these access control compliance regulations and how to help your clie... Feature
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Access control management
Access control management presents many opportunities for security solution providers. As businesses grow and more employees are added, efficient access control management becomes essential. Learn how to best manage your customer's access control sys... Feature
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The importance of access control
Access control is an important step toward mitigating an organization's security risks. Learn the importance of an access control system and how to implement it successfully. Feature
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Partner Program Directory: Authentication vendors
The market offers a wide range of authentication vendors. Use our Partner Program Directory to compare the benefits of various vendors' programs. Partner Program Directory
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Identity management: Compliance and trends
There are no specific identity management compliance regulations. But identity management tools and procedures can be used to help make your customer's environment compliant. The final installment of the identity management Hot Spot Tutorial explains... Feature
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Tech Watch: Biometric devices
After years of slow growth, the biometrics market is expected to triple by 2010. Find out how biometric devices that support fingerprint readers could lead the way in that growth and what segments resellers should focus their efforts on. Feature
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Identity management best practices and precautions
There are several identity management best practices to take into consideration before deploying an identity management solution. Along with the best practices, however, there are some precautions to know about when embarking on an identity managemen... Feature
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Introduction to identity management solutions
Identity management solutions allow business customers to manage end-user data in a secure way. Keeping track of which employees have access to what is a daunting task, and becomes almost unmanageable at the midsized and enterprise level. Identity ma... Feature
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Microsoft cloud partner wins award for access management solution
At WPC 2011, Microsoft recognizes Omada for its access management solution, which works as an add-on to secure Microsoft’s cloud platform. News | 13 Jul 2011
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iPads, privacy laws push implementations of access control tools
According to a recent SearchSecurityChannel.com survey, access control will be the most important product to solution providers. Some channel pros say it's because of data protection laws; others say it's because of mobile devices like the iPad. Article | 17 Jun 2010
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Novell prepares partners for updated identity management tool
Novell says the launch of Identity Manager 4 will be partner-friendly, thanks to an easier installation process. Article | 21 May 2010
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Raytheon agrees to resell Xceedium access control appliances
Raytheon Co. has entered into a reseller agreement with Jersey City, N.J.-based Xceedium Inc., marketing Xceedium's GateKeeper access control and audit appliance to complement its SureView insider threat solution. Article | 18 Nov 2009
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Despite downturn, channel committed to identity and access management
Security channel customers realize that identity and access management remains essential despite having fewer dollars to spend on technology, according to a TechTarget survey of security professionals. The key challenge for solution providers is isol... Article | 09 Mar 2009
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Networking Channel News Roundup Dec. 29-Jan.5
This week's headlines: VoIP pronounced dead, and BroadSoft acquires Sylantro Article | 07 Jan 2009
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Symantec acquires Altiris, prepares new edition of network access control app
Symantec is bolstering its endpoint security and management products by releasing a more flexible version of its NAC product and buying a developer of systems-management apps. Article | 30 Jan 2007
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Microsoft concedes to security ISVs; promises better access to Vista kernel
Microsoft defers to security ISV complaints; will improve access to Vista kernel. Article | 16 Oct 2006
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Stopping privilege creep: Limiting user privileges with access reviews
Most enterprises suffer from privilege creep among long-time employees. Peter Gregory explains how to limit user privileges with access reviews and automation. Tip
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Biometric authentication methods: Comparing smartphone biometrics
Biometric authentication helps ensure only authorized smartphone users can access a network. David Jacobs weighs the pros and cons of three methods. Tip
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Using DMARC to improve DKIM and SPF email antispam effectiveness
DMARC aids the DKIM and SPF protocols that help keep spam out and let legitimate emails in. David Jacobs explains how. Tip
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HIPAA security checklist: 10 services your customers need
HIPAA compliance services can lead to solid business growth for solution providers. Kevin McDonald's HIPAA security checklist has 10 ways to begin. Tip
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Chapter excerpt: Information security models for the CISSP exam
Read about information security models in this excerpt from CISSP Study Guide, Domain 5: Security architecture and design. Book excerpt
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Book chapter: Security+ study guide and CompTIA security practice exam
In this chapter excerpt from CompTIA Security+ Certification Passport, author T.J. Samuelle describes authentication as needed to pass the exam. Tip
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How can solution providers augment BlackBerry PlayBook security?
Expert Lisa Phifer explains how to help customers with PlayBook Security, and reveals future PlayBook enterprise features. Tip
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Create a BlackBerry security policy based on BES or BES Express
Mobile security expert Lisa Phifer outlines the many ways security solution providers can secure their customers’ BlackBerry devices. Tip
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Tackle your client’s security issues with cloud computing in 10 steps
So your client wants to move to the cloud? Your job just got harder. Kevin McDonald lists 10 steps to protect your client (and yourself). Tip
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Guide to PCI documents: PCI levels, assessments and reports
There are a myriad of different documents for understanding, assessing and reporting PCI DSS compliance. This guide explains which documents to use and where to find them. Tip
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What does the future hold for network access control products?
Network access control (NAC) products can be a valuable part of a company's security strategy, provided NAC is not oversold. Discover when you should – and should not – recommend using NAC products on your client's network. Ask the Expert
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How do I help clients with end-user security policies?
End user-security policies are important for any company. Depending on the corporate culture, some policies can be elaborate, while others will be less specific. Learn in this expert answer how to help your clients develop end-user security policies ... Ask the Expert
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Authentication FAQ: Podcast with Russ Rogers
In this supplemental podcast, Russ Rogers discusses common authentication methods, including multi-factor authentication. Download and listen to this podcast on the go or at your desk. Podcast
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Stopping privilege creep: Limiting user privileges with access reviews
Most enterprises suffer from privilege creep among long-time employees. Peter Gregory explains how to limit user privileges with access reviews and automation. Tip
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Biometric authentication methods: Comparing smartphone biometrics
Biometric authentication helps ensure only authorized smartphone users can access a network. David Jacobs weighs the pros and cons of three methods. Tip
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Using DMARC to improve DKIM and SPF email antispam effectiveness
DMARC aids the DKIM and SPF protocols that help keep spam out and let legitimate emails in. David Jacobs explains how. Tip
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HIPAA security checklist: 10 services your customers need
HIPAA compliance services can lead to solid business growth for solution providers. Kevin McDonald's HIPAA security checklist has 10 ways to begin. Tip
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Chapter excerpt: Information security models for the CISSP exam
Read about information security models in this excerpt from CISSP Study Guide, Domain 5: Security architecture and design. Book excerpt
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Book chapter: Security+ study guide and CompTIA security practice exam
In this chapter excerpt from CompTIA Security+ Certification Passport, author T.J. Samuelle describes authentication as needed to pass the exam. Tip
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How can solution providers augment BlackBerry PlayBook security?
Expert Lisa Phifer explains how to help customers with PlayBook Security, and reveals future PlayBook enterprise features. Tip
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Microsoft cloud partner wins award for access management solution
At WPC 2011, Microsoft recognizes Omada for its access management solution, which works as an add-on to secure Microsoft’s cloud platform. News
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Create a BlackBerry security policy based on BES or BES Express
Mobile security expert Lisa Phifer outlines the many ways security solution providers can secure their customers’ BlackBerry devices. Tip
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Tackle your client’s security issues with cloud computing in 10 steps
So your client wants to move to the cloud? Your job just got harder. Kevin McDonald lists 10 steps to protect your client (and yourself). Tip
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These identity management and access control products and services resource will help security service providers, consultants and value-added resellers (VARs) deploy strong authentication systems. Find tips, how-tos and tutorials on two-factor authentication, biometrics, PKI, digital certificates, enterprise single sign-on (SSO), tokens and smart cards. Also learn how to help financial institutions comply with FFIEC and help SMBs implement two-factor authentication.
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