Switch Management for Businesses
Switches are like the traffic cops of a simple local area network.
In a business network, switches are used to connect computers, printers and servers within a building or campus. A switch is a controller, allowing networked devices to talk to each other efficiently. Through information sharing and resource allocation, switches can save businesses money and increase employee productivity.
Managed switches are a part of the security of a business. One purpose of a managed switch is to lock down ports because this means that the port is turned off from unauthorized use on a secure network. Managed switches give your company the ability to manage your network resources and secure against attacks on your network.
An unmanaged switch is an ordinary switch, which is common for most businesses. Unmanaged means that anyone can plug into the switch and connect to the network of that switch. Unmanaged switches are easy to implement but they don’t help the security on your network.
The Start of Business Communications
Switches, routers, and access points are the start of all business communications, from data to voice and video to wireless access. They can enable your company to increase productivity, trim business expenses, and improve security and customer service.