{"id":26478,"date":"2024-10-30T08:49:45","date_gmt":"2024-10-30T07:49:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.syserso.com\/?page_id=26478"},"modified":"2025-07-21T14:06:14","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T12:06:14","slug":"layer-2-security","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.syserso.com\/en\/security\/layer-2-security\/","title":{"rendered":"Layer 2 security"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Layer 2 encryption protects data directly at the Ethernet layer, even before it is transmitted over the network. This method provides ultra-low latency with high security \u2013 ideal for sensitive data in telecommunications, corporate and government networks. <\/p>\n\nOur partners and their strengths<\/strong>\n\n

Adtran<\/strong>
Adtran offers Ethernet encryption solutions as part of its network security portfolio. The devices use robust encryption standards such as AES-256 for Layer 2 protection. Adtrans’s solutions are designed to integrate existing networks and support multi-gigabit networks as well as network synchronization \u2013 particularly relevant for carrier networks. <\/p>\n\n

Ribbon Communications<\/strong>
Ribbon specializes in security solutions for telecom providers and offers scalable Layer 2 encryption. The focus is on comprehensive management tools and cloud-enabled network security. Ribbon seamlessly integrates encryption into high-bandwidth networks and availability requirements, helping to build private and hybrid networks. <\/p>\n\n

Actelis Networks<\/strong>
Actelis provides Ethernet-based Layer 2 encryption, which is primarily used in industrial and utility networks. Particular focus is on encryption over long distances with low bandwidth requirements. Due to their expertise in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Actelis solutions are particularly suitable for utility networks and smart city infrastructures. <\/p>\n\n

DNWP (Dedicated Network Partners)<\/strong>
DNWP offers layer-2 encryption solutions with a focus on the German market. Particular strengths lie in compliance with European data protection standards and the provision of flexible, tailor-made solutions that also address medium-sized companies. DNWP emphasizes security and compliance in accordance with local requirements. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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