Enables the use of the VPN on multiple Devices. This feature was mentioned in 81 NordLayer reviews.
Multiple Concurrent Connections
As reported in 76 NordLayer reviews. Allows use of the VPN on multiple connections at the same time.
Protocol Choices
As reported in 43 NordLayer reviews. Enables the user to choose which protocol to use such as OpenVPN or PPTP.
Unlimited Bandwidth
Provides unlimited bandwidth for the user. This feature was mentioned in 80 NordLayer reviews.
No Log Storage
Based on 74 NordLayer reviews. Does not keep logs of user activity.
Varied Server Locations
Provides servers in many different locations. This feature was mentioned in 80 NordLayer reviews.
Unlimited Server Switches
Based on 76 NordLayer reviews. Enables you to switch between servers an unlimited number of times.
Miscellaneous (1)
Live Customer Support
Based on 69 NordLayer reviews. Provides live customer support.
Data (3)
Data Protection
Enable users to protect their data from potential outside attacks.
Remote Access
Allow users to control access to their information from a central point.
Network Access
Allow users to implement policies for controlling access to their business's infrastructure.
Network (3)
Security
Secure access to your network for both guests and internal users
Scaling
Scale network visibility to whatever your businesss requires.
Audit
Audit your network's assets.
Logistics (1)
Blockage
Ability to block unwanted outside access.
Network Management (3)
Network Segmentation
Allows administrative control over network components, mapping, and segmentation.
Security Analytics
Utilizes behavioral analysis to improve security procedures and documentation.
API/Integrations
Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc. with other software applications.
Security (3)
Security Automation
Allows administrative control over automated security tasks.
Application Security
Protects application access and data. Prompts additional authentication for suspicious users.
Data Protection
Protects informatin stored on premises and in the cloud. Prompts additional authentication for suspicious users.
Identity Management (2)
Adaptive Access Control
Provides a risk-based approcach to determining trust within the network.
User Monitoring
Monitors users attempting unauthorized access to databases, applicaitons, and othe network components.
Administration (4)
Policy Management
Provides network security features to customize network access rules, workflows, and compliance requirements.
Logging and Reporting
Captures logs for all firewall functions, storing information, incidents, and activity for user reference and analysis.
Application Gateway
Application-level proxy that applies security mechanisms to connect clients to applications while concealing client network and computers.
Concurrent Sessions
Determines the number of connections a firewall is able to track and facilitate securely.
Monitoring (4)
Load Balancing
Monitors traffic and distribute resources and scales infrastructure workloads to match traffic.
Continuous Analysis
Constantly monitors traffic and activity. Detects anomalies in functionality, user accessibility, traffic flows, and tampering.
Intrusion Prevention
Enforces security paramaters to prevent unauthorized access.
Intrusion Detection
Detects unauthorized access and use of privileged systems.
Functionality (9)
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
Provides a virtualized network for client network to mask identity, location, and other sensitive information.
Antivirus
Provides malware protection capabilities in addition to traditional firewall barrier technology.
URL Filtering
Provides access control tools to categorize and block traffic and match traffic to firewall policies.
Availability
Deploys firewall(s) configured in sync to prevent network failure and provide business continuity.
User provisioning
Simplifies or automates user provisioning, deprovisioning, and other user role changes.
Single Sign-on
Offers single sign-on functionalities to end users, allowing them to authenticate once and be given access to all of their company accounts.
Enforces policies
Enforces user-access policies based on individual, role type, group membership or other factors to prevent unauthorized access to company systems and data.
Authentication
Authenticates users prior to granting access to company systems.
Multi-factor authentication
Offers multi-factor authentication methods to verify a user's identity.
Type (2)
On-premises solution
Provides an IAM solution for on-prem systems.
Cloud-solution
Provides an IAM solution for cloud-based systems.
Reporting (4)
Tracking
Tracks user activities across protected systems.
Reporting
Provides reporting functionality.
Access & Permission Change Reporting
Log and report all modifications to user roles and access rights.
Compliance & Audit Trail Export
Provide standardized reports for regulatory compliance and audits.
Generative AI (3)
AI Text Summarization
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Text Summarization
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Text Generation
Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt.
Web Content and Traffic Filtering - Secure Web Gateways (5)
SSL/TLS Inspection
Decrypts and inspects encrypted web traffic to detect and block threats hidden within encrypted connections.
Content Filtering
Analyzes web content to filter out malicious code, malware, and inappropriate material.
URL Filtering
Blocks access to known malicious or unauthorized websites based on predefined policies.
Real-Time Traffic Inspection
Inspects and analyzes inbound and outbound web traffic in real-time for threats and compliance.
Ad and Tracker Blocking
Blocks ads and trackers to enhance user privacy and reduce exposure to potential threats.
Data Protection and Loss Prevention - Secure Web Gateways (4)
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Monitors outgoing web traffic to prevent sensitive data from being leaked or exfiltrated.
Phishing Protection
Detects and blocks phishing attempts to protect users from fraudulent websites and email links.
Malware Protection
Uses signature-based scanning, heuristic analysis, and sandboxing to detect and block malware threats.
Cloud Access Security
Monitors and controls access to cloud applications and services to prevent unauthorized use and data leakage.
Access Control and Authentication - Secure Web Gateways (3)
Application Control
Regulates access to web-based applications and services as per organizational policies.
Authentication and Access Control
Verifies users' identities and enforces access control policies to ensure only authorized users can access permitted web resources.
User and Group Policies
Supports the creation of policies based on user roles, groups, or other attributes for more granular control.
Performance and Management - Secure Web Gateways (5)
Customizable Policy Enforcement
Allows organizations to create and enforce custom web usage policies tailored to their specific needs.
Bandwidth Management
Prioritizes and allocates network resources based on predefined policies to optimize performance.
Integration Capabilities
Integrates with other security tools and systems, such as firewalls, SIEMs, and endpoint security solutions.
Reporting and Logging
Provides comprehensive reports and logs of web activity, including sites visited, user activity, security events, and policy violations.
Threat Intelligence Integration
Leverages threat intelligence feeds to stay updated on the latest threats and enhance protection.
Components - Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) (5)
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
Enforces zero trust access rules.
Wide Area Network (WAN)
Integrates wide area network (WAN) capabilities, such as SD-WAN.
Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)
Enforces security requirements and secures connections with cloud resources.
Secure Web Gateway (SWG)
Prevents unauthorized web domains from entering a network and protects against web-based threats.
Firewall as a Service
Provides cloud-based firewall protection.
Artificial Intelligence - Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) (3)
Predictive Capabilities
Uses predictive analytics to anticipate emerging threats.
Real-Time Threat Detection
Utilizes AI algorithms to identify anomolies and block access to malicious sites.
Automation
Automates common workflows and remediation tasks.
Artificial Intelligence - Firewall (1)
AI Firewall
Utilizes AI to monitor network traffic, identify anomalies, and block attacks.
Agentic AI - Firewall Software (2)
Autonomous Task Execution
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Adaptive Learning
Improves performance based on feedback and experience
Agentic AI - Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) Platforms (4)
Autonomous Task Execution
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Cross-system Integration
Works across multiple software systems or databases
Proactive Assistance
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Decision Making
Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives
Authentication & Authorization - Identity and Access Management (IAM) (1)
Adaptive & Contextual Access Control
Grant access based on user attributes, location, device posture or risk.
Administration & Governance - Identity and Access Management (IAM) (2)
Identity Lifecycle Management
Automate onboarding, offboarding, and access reviews throughout user lifecycles.
Self‑Service Account Management
Enable users to reset passwords and update profiles without admin support.
Generative AI - Identity and Access Management (IAM) (3)
AI‑Driven Access Anomaly Detection
Identify unusual access patterns using machine learning models.
Automated Policy Tuning
Dynamically adjust access policies based on risk and AI-generated insights.
Predictive Role Recommendations
Suggest appropriate user roles based on usage patterns and peer behavior.
Components - Secure Service Edge (SSE) (4)
Secure Web Gateway (SWG)
Prevents unauthorized web domains from entering a network and protects against web-based threats.
Firewall as a Service
Provides cloud-based firewall protection.
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
Enforces zero trust access rules.
Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)
Enforces security requirements and secures connections with cloud resources.
Artificial Intelligence -Secure Service Edge (SSE) (3)
Automation
Automates common workflows and remediation tasks.
Predictive Capabilities
Uses predictive analytics to anticipate emerging threats.
Real-Time Threat Detection
Utilizes AI algorithms to identify anomolies and block access to malicious sites.
Agentic AI - Secure Service Edge (SSE) (4)
Decision Making
Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives.
Autonomous Task Execution
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input.
Cross-system Integration
Works across multiple software systems or databases.
Proactive Assistance
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting.
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