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What is SASE? Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) is an emerging network security framework that converges multiple security and networking capabilities into a unified, cloud-native service. SASE platforms integrate services like secure web gateways, cloud access security brokers, zero trust network access, firewalls, and more. This enables organizations to secure access to applications and resources based on identity, context, and centralized security policies. By combining comprehensive security functions with software-defined WAN capabilities, SASE solutions deliver identity-based access control and consistent policy enforcement across distributed environments. The cloud-based delivery model provides automation and agility, enabling SASE services to scale on-demand to meet changing connectivity and security requirements. Centralized management and monitoring simplifies operations for distributed applications and users.
Where did the term come from? SASE was conceived by Gartner analysts in 2019 based on emerging enterprise networking and security trends, especially cloud adoption. It represents a new framework for converged networking and security in the cloud. Since the introduction of SASE by Gartner, adoption has accelerated rapidly as enterprises look to streamline security and networking.
What is driving the increasing demand? Several key factors are driving increased demand for SASE solutions: • Workforce mobility and distributed branches accessing cloud applications
• Growing adoption of SaaS apps and multi-cloud environments • Limitations of backhauling traffic to centralized data centres • Need for accelerated digital transformation and IT modernization
For organizations dealing with these challenges, SASE represents a strategic opportunity to consolidate point security products, optimize access, and streamline operations. By implementing a SASE architecture, enterprises can secure access from any user, device, or location while providing an improved user experience.
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