In the bustling world of networking, topics like firewalls, VPNs, and cloud security dominate discussions. However, one often overlooked hero quietly ensures the seamless operation of everything from online transactions to global communication: Network Time Protocol (NTP). NTP is the mechanism that keeps the clocks of devices across a network…
In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, traditional perimeter-based security models are no longer sufficient to protect modern IT networks. Enter Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), a paradigm shifts in network security. Rather than assuming everything inside the network is safe, Zero Trust operates on the principle of “never trust, always verify.”…
Decoupling the Control and Data Planes: What It Does: In traditional networks, the control plane (which makes decisions about where traffic is sent) and the data plane (which actually forwards traffic) are integrated within the network devices. SDN separates these functions, centralizing control in a software-based SDN controller. Benefits: This…