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Sidewinder 5

Source: Secure Computing Corporation
Sidewinder 5 is a network access control and virtual private network (VPN) gateway solution for the enterprise
Sidewinder 5 is a network access control and virtual private network (VPN) gateway solution for the enterprise. Enabling the implementation of safe, secure extranets, Sidewinder 5's patented security technologies were designed to provide unparalleled perimeter and internal defense for the most demanding government and corporate networks.

This foundation provides the basis for the unmatched protection Sidewinder 5 delivers to help you achieve your e-business goals securely. In fact, Sidewinder is so strong that it's never been compromised.

At the core of Sidewinder is SecureOS, a highly secure and optimized UNIX-based operating system incorporating Secure Computing's Type Enforcement technology. Sidewinder 5 protects each individual element of your trusted network, while allowing the right people to gain access. The result is superior network security for e-business—the competition can't even come

Sidewinder(tm)Web-Based Training - Web training course supplies a broad picture of Sidewinder's core technologies, functions, and design. Seeing Sidewinder placed in a larger networking context, students discover the architectural strengths that make Sidewinder the most secure firewall and VPN gateway available today.

Upon completion, the successful student will be able to:

  • Describe how Sidewinder protects a network from attack
  • Distinguish among Sidewinder administration options
  • Identify hardware requirements for Sidewinder installation
  • Examine the software architecture of Sidewinder
  • Identify integration activities required to install Sidewinder
  • Identify the functions and benefits of Sidewinder

Students learn core Sidewinder concepts such as SecureOS(tm), Type Enforcement(tm) technology, burbs, split DNS, and application-level proxies. Key functions are also presented, including Network Address Translation, security policy implementation, and one-to-many management.

Secure Computing Corporation, 4810 Harwood Road San Jose, California 95124 Phone: 408-979-6100 Fax: 408-979-6501