With the increase in specialist
diagnostic centers and the need to present images to
consultants at home the use of Virtual Private Network (VPN)
technology has grown significantly. Using ADSL broadband to
transfer image data has two major advantages. The cost is
fixed and independent of the amount of data transferred and
the transfer speed is at least twice that of ISDN2 with both
channels in use (128Kbps in Europe).
Securing
broadband to safeguard private information
ADSL broadband VPN technology has,
however, one significant problem. In order to use it a
connection to the Internet is required and the Internet is the
home of worms, viruses, hackers and snoopers. This means that
to protect the hospital or clinics network and the integrity
of the data a strong firewall has to be used. Connections need
secure authentication and the data, when it passes through the
internet, requires high levels of encryption.
VPN technology is complex and requires
detailed planning to ensure reliable communications without
breaches of security.
Hicks Associates Ltd
will:-
1. Supply and install suitable
firewalls
2. Plan a VLAN deployment
strategy.
3. Create and test VPN
connections.
4. Monitor the security and
integrity of the Internet connections.
To discover how Hicks Associates can help you use broadband
more securely and effectively call 0845 2707173 or e-mail
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