Network Access Mediation
Definition
Network access mediation is the control method for authorizing access to a system by a user (or a process acting on behalf of a user) communicating through a network, including a local area network, a wide area network, and the Internet.
Synonyms: Network Access Control .How it works
Network Access Mediation is a crucial process in telecommunications and IT networks that involves controlling access to network resources. It acts as an intermediary layer between network access requests and the actual network resources, ensuring that only authorized users and devices can access the network.
Technique Subclasses
There are 3 techniques in this category, Network Access Mediation.
| Name | ID | Definition | Synonyms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Network Access Mediation | D3-NAM | Network access mediation is the control method for authorizing access to a system by a user (or a process acting on behalf of a user) communicating through a network, including a local area network, a wide area network, and the Internet. | Network Access Control |
| - LAN Access Mediation | D3-LAMED | LAN access mediation encompasses the application of strict access control policies, systematic verification of devices, and authentication mechanisms to govern connectivity to a Local Area Network. | |
| - Routing Access Mediation | D3-RAM | Routing access mediation is a network security approach that manages and controls access at the network layer using VPNs, tunneling protocols, firewall rules, and traffic inspection to ensure secure and efficient data routing. |
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