By definition, network security describes the technical and organizational protection of the internal IT infrastructure with all its data, systems, devices, and applications to enable secure digitalization. These security mechanisms not only protect the data center, but also all locations and the cloud itself. Effective network security fends off unauthorized access, data manipulation or data theft with blackmail, system paralysis (DDoS attacks), and other damage caused by hackers, malware, and viruses.
It ensures that data is exchanged confidentially and with integrity and is always available via VPN (Virtual Private Networks) or ZTNA (Zero Trust Network Access). However, secure networks are created primarily through comprehensive information on network security and network protection, as well as targeted measures to enforce cyber protection policies at all levels. The best way to get started right now is with LANCOM insider knowledge on the subject of network security!
Test your own digital sovereignty and receive recommendations for action
Today's network security also includes a certain degree of independence and sovereignty. Companies must remain capable of acting and making decisions at all times in order to protect their business continuity. Your own digital sovereignty is therefore an important building block for your network security. Is your company already digitally sovereign? How can this be verified? And if there is still some catching up to do, how can you consciously strengthen your digital sovereignty? The LANCOM Digital Sovereignty Test helps you to realistically assess your status and then provides you with recommendations for action if you wish.
Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)
The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) establishes uniform standards for the financial sector in areas such as risk management, reporting ICT incidents, resilience testing, third-party risk management, and obligations for critical ICT service providers. We explain the requirements and assist you with their implementation.
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The importance of network security is one of the factors slowing down digitalization and networking in sectors such as healthcare. After all, if strong resilience and the highest level of data protection cannot be guaranteed, the transfer of sensitive patient data via digital channels is preferably avoided.
This is why both are usually required at the same time: Digital networking and network security. LANCOM Health IT Infrastructures were designed precisely for this purpose. Find out more about on secure networking in care facilities on our topic pages!