Parallel Networks Provide Failover Continuity and Additional Security

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Ensuring Business Continuity and Enhanced Security with Parallel Networking Solutions


In today's world, where communication is critical to business continuity and success, parallel networking is becoming increasingly popular. Parallel networking is the practice of using two separate networks to transmit data between devices. This redundancy offers a safety net in case one network fails or becomes compromised.

One of the most significant benefits of parallel networking is its added security. Utilizing two separate networks reduces the risk of data breaches and cyberattacks. In addition, parallel networking can provide businesses with enhanced control over their network infrastructure, allowing them to better manage and secure their data.

Cellular communications play a crucial role in parallel networking. Cellular networks provide businesses with a reliable, secure, and flexible communication channel that can be used as a backup to primary networks. This backup ensures that companies can continue to operate even if their primary network fails.


Benefits Of Cellular Communications In Parallel Networking Applications


One of the main benefits of cellular communications in parallel networking is the flexibility it provides. With cellular devices, businesses can connect and disconnect devices from the network as needed. This scalability ensures that the network can be easily adapted to meet changing business needs.


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Cellular communications also provide businesses with geographic redundancy. Cellular networks have extensive coverage, allowing businesses to maintain contact even in remote or hard-to-reach locations. This redundancy ensures that communication is always available, regardless of the location.

Another benefit of cellular communications is that they are cost-effective. Businesses can implement a cellular failover solution at a fraction of the cost of a duplicate network infrastructure. This cost-effectiveness allows businesses to invest in other critical areas of their operations while still maintaining a reliable communication channel.

Some of the primary advantages of Parallel Networking solutions include:


Enhanced Business Continuity


Cellular networks can provide a reliable backup option for businesses to ensure continuity of operations even in the event of a disruption to primary network infrastructure.

Increased Security


By using parallel networking with cellular failover, businesses can improve their security posture by having a back up network that is not susceptible to the same vulnerabilities as the primary network.

Cost-effective


Cellular networking can be more cost-effective than traditional failover options such as leased lines or redundant hardware.

Scalability


Cellular networking can be easily scaled to meet the needs of businesses, making it an ideal solution for businesses of all sizes.

Quick Deployment


Cellular networking can be quickly deployed, allowing businesses to quickly establish a backup network in the event of a disruption to the primary network.

Remote Access


Cellular networking enables remote access to critical business systems and applications, allowing employees to stay connected and productive even when working from home or offsite.

Redundancy


Cellular networking can provide redundancy to critical systems, reducing the risk of downtime and ensuring that important communications can continue uninterrupted.

Flexibility


Cellular networking can be used to supplement or replace traditional networking infrastructure, giving businesses more flexibility in how they design their networks.

Cradlepoint Branch Routers and Adapters for Parallel Networking Applications


Cradlepoint Branch Routers and Adapters are an excellent fit for parallel networking applications, offering many benefits to businesses looking for enhanced connectivity and communications. They work in a way that's similar to smartphones with voice recognition. If you were to put the processing power on the phone to do voice recognition, it would be incredibly expensive on a per-device basis. Instead, voice recognition works by sending information to the cloud, processing it there, and then pushing it back to the device.

This is similar to what Cradlepoint can do for retail stores by putting networking functionality in the cloud.


"We do cloud-assisted security, where we can securely take traffic up into the cloud, through private networking, and then use the cloud to do things like intrusion prevention and protection, web content filtering, etc.," said a Business Development Executive at Cradlepoint.

This hybrid network approach is particularly attractive for the distributed enterprise, where customers want security assurances but can't afford to have multiple networking setups reside on-premises at thousands of branch locations.

Cradlepoint's primary offering is the NetCloud Service, which enables monitoring and managing of all endpoints in a distributed system from a single location, even if they are running on different networks. The company's cloud-based solutions, depending upon the devices selected, can utilize 4G, LTE, PLTE, and 5G networking for failover and primary connectivity.

Some additional advantages of Parallel Networking solutions include:


Reliable Connectivity


Cradlepoint Branch Routers and Adapters provide reliable cellular connectivity, ensuring that your business stays connected even if your primary network fails.

Easy Deployment


Cradlepoint Branch Routers and Adapters are easy to deploy and manage, making it simple for businesses to set up parallel networking systems quickly.

Enhanced Security


Cradlepoint Branch Routers and Adapters provide advanced security features such as firewall protection, VPNs, and intrusion detection, helping to protect your business from cyber threats.

Flexible Connectivity


Cradlepoint Branch Routers and Adapters offer a range of connectivity options, including LTE, 5G, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet, making connecting all your devices and applications easy.

Scalability


Cradlepoint Branch Routers and Adapters are highly scalable, making them a great fit for businesses of all sizes. As your business grows, you can easily add devices and locations to your parallel networking system.

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Featured Cradlepoint Devices for Parallel Networking


Cradlepoint E3000


The Cradlepoint E3000 branch router is a high-performance device designed for enterprise-level networking. It offers advanced security features such as secure boot, secure VPN, and intrusion prevention while providing fast and reliable connectivity through dual-band Wi-Fi and multiple cellular networks.
Cradlepoint E3000 for Parallel Networking

The E3000 also features cloud-based management and a user-friendly interface, making it easy to deploy and manage in any business environment. Its robust design and versatile capabilities make it an excellent fit for parallel networking applications.

Cradlepoint L950


The Cradlepoint L950 branch adapter is designed for branch networks that require high-performance LTE connectivity to supplement existing wired WAN connections. The adapter offers a compact, plug-and-play solution for adding LTE connectivity to an existing router or gateway. It supports both Cat 7 LTE, enabling speeds of up to 300 Mbps.
Cradlepoint L950 for Parallel Networking

The L950 also utilizes Cradlepoint's NetCloud Service for Branch Adapters, which provides cloud-based management and network security features to ensure secure and reliable connectivity. The adapter is ideal for businesses that require reliable LTE backup or primary connectivity for branch offices, retail locations, and other remote sites.

Cradlepoint W1850


The Cradlepoint W1850 is a high-performance wideband adapter that provides reliable and secure wireless connectivity to fixed and mobile assets. It supports a wide range of LTE and 5G bands, including FirstNet Band 14, and has dual SIM slots for carrier redundancy.
Cradlepoint W1850 for Parallel Networking

It also includes advanced security features such as VPN, firewall, and threat detection and support for Cradlepoint's NetCloud Manager for remote management and monitoring.

In Review


Overall, Cradlepoint Branch Routers and Adapters provide an excellent solution for businesses looking to implement parallel networking for added security and business continuity. With reliable connectivity, advanced security features, and flexible connectivity options, these devices can help your business stay connected and secure in the face of any challenge.

Cellular communications are an essential component of parallel networking. They provide businesses with a reliable, secure, flexible, and cost-effective communication channel that can be used as a backup to primary networks. By utilizing parallel networking with cellular communications, businesses can ensure communication continuity, enhance data security, and better manage their network infrastructure.

About USAT


USAT specializes in designing and deploying fixed and mobile wireless data connectivity solutions for organizations of all sizes — complete with implementation, training, proof of concept (POC), system auditing, and on-site RF surveying services with optional engineering maintenance contracts. 



Our team not only helps you select, provision, and activate devices, we make sure they work in practical applications and real-life situations.

For over 25 years, USAT has provided cellular communications solutions for various failover, continuity, and network security applications across the USA. With our extensive catalog of world-class routers, gateways, and software designed for remote monitoring and management in even the harshest environments — you can count on us to get and keep you connected.

Advanced always-on connectivity translates to less manual equipment maintenance, reduced downtime, and an overall increase in your business's ROI. Contact the experts at USAT to learn how our wireless networking solutions can help meet your organization's exacting needs.

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