I'm a traditional network and systems admin, and I'm diving into the world of SASE (Secure Access Service Edge). It seems complicated and possibly expensive, and I'm trying to wrap my head around when it's actually beneficial. Here are some things I'm wondering: 1) Is SASE truly beneficial, or is it more suited for specific scenarios? 2) If a business has significant resources on-site, should we even be thinking about this? 3) SASE claims to lower IT costs, but I'm skeptical — doesn't it seem like an expensive setup? 4) For teams using SaaS applications like M365, how does SASE add value beyond standard HTTPS and IAM authentication? 5) Also, is SASE just a passing trend, or is it here to stay? I'd love to hear your thoughts!
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To figure out if SASE benefits you, it really comes down to your specific business and technical needs. If traditional VPNs or firewalls don’t meet your requirements, then SASE might be the solution. While it does tend to be more expensive, it’s important to consider the value it provides, especially for complex security needs. SASE creates a unified experience for mobile workers, making their interactions seamless regardless of how they connect. It's not just a fad; it's another tool for addressing unique compliance challenges. It’s basically a remote access VPN that enhances security by cleaning incoming traffic before it hits your environment — that’s a big chunk of it right there!
How does this stack up against solutions like Zscaler? Seems like Zscaler is purely software-based, right?