A router is the first line of security from intrusion into a network. Enabling the highest level of security on the router turns on things like the firewall, and is the best way to keep your computer system and information safe from attack. Most routers connect to other network devices only with network cables and don’t require drivers to operate in Windows or other operating systems. However, routers that connect to a computer with a USB or FireWire typically require drivers to operate correctly. A router typically connects physically, using a network cable, to the modem via the internet or WAN port and then physically, again through a network cable, to the network interface card in whatever wired network devices you have. A wireless router can connect using various wireless standards to devices that also support the particular standard used.
Security across the WAN
Highly secure authentication, strong encryption, and segmentation help protect your users, data, and applications from the WAN edge to the cloud.
On-demand network services
Respond to business needs faster and increase IT efficiency by deploying integrated network services on demand, wherever you need them.
Transform the customer experience
Increase productivity by using real-time analytics, visibility, and control to optimize cloud and on-premises application performance.
Intent-based networking
Centralize management for easier deployment of SD-WAN and security while maintaining policy across thousands of sites.