Securing Remote Access with SSL VPNs
Part 5: Using SSL VPN access methods Lisa Phifer
[July 11, 2008] We conclude our SSL VPN primer by taking our demo VPN out for a spin, using everything from desktop browsers to mobile agents to access selected applications.

Securing Remote Access with SSL VPNs
Part 4: Adding SSL VPN endpoint controls Lisa Phifer
[July 10, 2008] We continue our SSL VPN primer series by expanding our policies to assess endpoint security state and safeguard access from unmanaged devices.

Securing Remote Access with SSL VPNs
Part 3: Defining SSL VPN access policies Lisa Phifer
[July 9, 2008] We continue our SSL VPN primer series by using the SonicWALL Aventail EX-1600 to implement an example set of secure remote access policies.

Securing Remote Access with SSL VPNs
Part 2: Deploying an SSL VPN appliance Lisa Phifer
[July 8, 2008] In part 2 of our SSL VPN series, we illustrate this "anywhere" remote access approach by taking the SonicWALL Aventail EX-1600 out for a test drive.

Securing Remote Access with SSL VPNs
Part 1: Reinventing Remote Access Lisa Phifer
[July 7, 2008] Today's users require secure remote access from an increasingly diverse collection of devices, many of which are unknown, unmanaged, and potentially dangerous. In this series, we illustrate how providers can use SSL VPN appliances to deliver flexible-but-safe "anywhere" access to network resources.

KoolSpan: Bridging The Secure Access Gap
Part 3: Under the Hood Lisa Phifer
[July 29, 2005] In parts one and two of this review we looked at an innovative product and tested it. In this conclusion of our review of this novel product, we look under the hood to show how it works.

KoolSpan: Bridging The Secure Access Gap
Part 2: The Test Lisa Phifer
[July 22, 2005] In Part 1 of this review, we described this novel secure access product's architecture, our test network configuration, and client installation. This week, we test the product in the office and on the road.

KoolSpan: Bridging The Secure Access Gap
Part 1: The Tools Lisa Phifer
[July 15, 2005] KoolSpan's novel SecurEdge "Lock and Key" solution provides simple secure access over any kind of LAN, wired or wireless, local or remote.

Rx for AAA ISP-Planet Staff
[February 3, 2003] Looking for software tools to test your RADIUS server? Then Bridgewater Systems has an offer you won't be able to refuse! Its RADCheck test suite is now available for the price of the bandwidth necessary to download it.

Intimate Knowledge of RADIUS Patricia Fusco
[December 13, 2002] From PAP to CHAP and beyond, the purpose of the RADIUS protocol is to secure network access. If you don't know your resource management from your session management, then RADIUS the book is must-read material.

The Limits of RADIUS Best of ISP-Lists
[June 6, 2002] Members of the ISP-Tech list find that a simple discussion about denying concurrency evolves into a complex evaluation of the benefits and quirks of the various RADIUS products.

CERT Warns of Two RADIUS Flaws Thor Olavsrud
[March 6, 2002] The Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Center (CERT/CC) warned of flaws in several implementations of the Remote Authentication Dial In User Service (RADIUS) protocol.

Defying Double Dippers: Funk Concurrency Server Lisa Phifer
[April 12, 2001] Does your ISP's Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting server system stink? If you've already solidified access to your AAA server—why not consolidate concurrency control there as well?

Flexible and Cheap Networking Device Wayne Kawamoto
[March 5, 2001] Filanet's InterJak 200 promises an integrated, expandable device for remote services delivery, all for under $1000.

The Remote Access Conundrum: Dynamic Addressing Lisa Phifer
[February 8, 2001] Creating a secured VPN is like pulling a rabbit out of a hat—just as a magician performs the illusion, so too must your ISP make remote authentication seamlessly appear—as if it came out of nowhere.

Part 1: Extended Authentication

Part 2: Tunneling at Layer Two

Power to the POPs Wayne Kawamoto
[February 2, 2001] Ariel Corporation's systems cards are available with T1 and E1 interfaces, and are field upgradeable to 120 ports in 24-port increments.

Boosting Bandwidth through Bonding: Stallion ePipe Lisa Phifer
[January 18, 2001] The market for business-grade Internet and Intranet bandwidth is highly competitive. To compete effectively, ISPs must continually seek innovative solutions.

Cisco Joins The Network-Based VPN Market  Lisa Phifer
[November 9, 2000] Cisco, longtime player in VPN router space, continues to infiltrate the VPN market with new remote access concentrators.

Secure Desktop Access From Just About Anywhere  Lisa Phifer
[November 7, 2000] Silicon Valley startup uRoam's technology offers mobile professionals a solution to the old "I left it at the office" dilemma. ISPs, ILECs, and CLECs will be channel partners of choice.

SS7-Enabled Remote Access System  Wayne Kawamoto
[September 25, 2000] Promises to slash equipment costs, streamline infrastructure, and provide differentiated services for carriers and ISPs.

Broadband Remote Access Server  Wayne Kawamoto
[May 25, 2000] 3NO's ISSANNI 1000 offers tier-2 and tier-3 ISPs a scalable solution for providing and delivering broadband connectivity and value added services.

Device Allows Remote Reboot, Load Shedding  Ted Stevenson
[November 3, 1999] Multiple, independently controlled power outlets simplify many network management tasks.

Return on Investment for Remote Access VPNs  Lisa Phifer
[November 2, 1999] Everyone 'knows' there's $$ to be made in outsourced VPN services. But how much? And at what level of investment? Here some hard numbers.

Protocols for Remote Access VPNs  Lisa Phifer
[October 6, 1999] Before you can offer VPN service to your business customers, you'll have to make some basic decisions about the kind of VPN your ISP will support.