What is SASE?

SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) is a cloud-based security system that helps you securely access your applications and data from anywhere, at any time, and on any device. Traditionally, companies would use separate solutions for networking and security, like VPNs, firewalls, and SD-WANs. But with more remote workers and cloud computing, these solutions have become less effective and more difficult to manage.

SASE, on the other hand, brings together different technologies into one cloud-based service, like SD-WAN, secure web gateway, cloud access security broker (CASB), and zero-trust network access (ZTNA). So, it’s a more integrated and streamlined approach to networking and security.

SASE works by routing all your traffic through a cloud-based platform that provides advanced security features, such as next-gen firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and threat intelligence. It also uses identity and context-based policies to enforce access controls, making sure only authorized users and devices can access the network and applications.

The best part is that SASE consolidates networking and security functions into one cloud-based service. So, you get increased security, better performance, reduced complexity, and better scalability. It’s a win-win situation!

The traditional approach to networking and security involves using separate solutions for different needs, which can be difficult to manage and less effective with more remote workers and cloud computing.

In contrast, SASE integrates different technologies into a single cloud-based service, such as SD-WAN, secure web gateway, CASB, and ZTNA. This approach is more streamlined and integrated, making it easier to manage and more effective.

SASE routes all traffic through a cloud-based platform that provides advanced security features, such as next-gen firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and threat intelligence. It also uses identity and context-based policies to enforce access controls, ensuring only authorized users and devices can access the network and applications.