Understanding SD-WAN, Routers, and Security Service Edge (SSE)

Explore how SD-WAN, routers, and SSE integrate to create a secure and optimized modern network infrastructure.

When considering SD-WAN, routers, and Security Service Edge (SSE), it’s essential to understand how these technologies interrelate and contribute to modern network and security architectures.

1. SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network):

Purpose: SD-WAN is a technology designed to simplify the management and operation of a WAN by decoupling (or separating) the networking hardware from its control mechanism. It uses software to intelligently route traffic across the most efficient path, often leveraging multiple connection types (e.g., MPLS, broadband, LTE) to improve performance and reduce costs.

Key Features:

• Dynamic Path Selection: Routes traffic over the best-performing link based on real-time conditions.
• Centralized Management: Provides a single pane of glass for managing WAN connections across multiple locations.
• Application-Aware Routing: Prioritizes traffic based on the needs of specific applications, ensuring optimal performance.