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What exactly is FIPS 140-2 compliance?

The Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) Publication 140-2 is a computer security standard issued by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to accredit cryptographic modules for government computing platforms. The requirements include both hardware and software components and a validation program to ensure that federal agencies and departments are using more secure systems [...]

The maritime VSAT technology stack hierarchy

Whether maritime networks are operated by the user or an MSP, there is a hierarchy of equipment and functionality that ranges from the core components for connectivity up through advanced devices for lowering service costs.In the diagram below, the hierarchy starts with the Production Devices—a stabilized antenna system like SeaTel maritime antennas, a satellite modem [...]

Looking to buy a console server?

Comparing the business cost of using console servers versus local automation When the network and dependent systems are down, orders can’t be placed, employees are less productive, and costly resources have to be diverted to fix problems. Traditional network and system management tools—although good at collecting and reporting system data—still do not proactively fix problems [...]