The RADIUS Server - Wireless Authentication NPS on Windows 2019 is a comprehensive solution designed to enhance network security by providing centralized authentication, authorization, and accounting services for wireless networks. By integrating seamlessly with Active Directory, it ensures that only authorized users and devices can access the network, thereby safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining compliance with organizational policies. Key Features and Functionality: - Active Directory Integration: Utilizes Active Directory or local security accounts manager for user authentication, streamlining user management and access control. - Network Access Control: Allows or denies connections to specific wireless networks based on network type and Service Set Identifier (SSID, providing granular control over network access. - Group-Based Access Policies: Enables access permissions based on Active Directory group membership, ensuring that only authorized groups can connect to the network. - Certificate-Based Authentication: Supports machine certificate authentication using trusted certificates, enhancing security through robust identity verification. - IEEE 802.1X Support: Offers built-in support for IEEE 802.1X authenticated wireless access with PEAP-MS-CHAP v2, facilitating secure communication between clients and the network. - Comprehensive Logging: Provides accounting logging capabilities, allowing for detailed tracking and auditing of network access events. - Scalability: Supports an unlimited number of RADIUS clients (Access Points and remote RADIUS server groups, accommodating growing network infrastructures. - Flexible Client Configuration: Allows configuration of RADIUS clients by specifying IP address ranges, simplifying the management of multiple access points. - Single Sign-On (SSO: Facilitates a seamless user experience by enabling single sign-on solutions, reducing the need for multiple authentication prompts. - Standards Compliance: Adheres to the RADIUS standard as specified by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF in RFCs 2865 and 2866, ensuring compatibility and reliability. Primary Value and User Solutions: This RADIUS Server solution addresses the critical need for secure and efficient wireless network authentication within organizations. By centralizing authentication processes and integrating with Active Directory, it simplifies user management and enforces consistent access policies across the network. The support for certificate-based authentication and IEEE 802.1X ensures that only trusted devices and users can connect, significantly reducing the risk of unauthorized access and potential security breaches. Additionally, its scalability and comprehensive logging capabilities make it suitable for organizations of various sizes, providing a robust foundation for secure wireless networking.