Firewall FAQs: Is Cisco Meraki a Firewall? Which Firewall Does My Business Need?

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Chances are, you’ve got the above two questions on your mind—otherwise, you wouldn’t be here. So let’s get straight to the answers so you can get back to your other demanding duties.  We’ll then move on to other FAQs for those of you who want more answers to your burning firewall questions. Is Cisco Meraki […]

What Is Mobile Device Management?

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Mobile Device Management (MDM) is a policy-based, https://www.stratusinfosystems.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/123-2-2.jpgistration-friendly software application that simplifies control and grants visibility over every network-connected endpoint.  To work, every employee installs an MDM client application (such as Cisco Meraki MDM) on each of their mobile devices. Then you, the IT boss, remotely configure the app and adjust the settings to comply […]

What Is Cisco Meraki and What Does It Offer That Other Brands Don’t?

What Is Cisco Meraki?

Meraki (meh·RAH·kee) is a modern Greek word that is not directly translatable to English but describes “doing something with soul, creativity, or love—when you put ‘something of yourself’ into what you’re doing, whatever it may be.” It’s a charming (albeit dramatic) sentiment that Cisco Meraki embodies—creating something special that IT professionals will love. But exactly […]

What Is SASE? Pros, Cons, and Best Use Case Scenarios

Evolving and emerging enterprises depend less and less on private data centers, instead opting for all the cloud has to offer. Why? Because its inherent remote control grants IT professionals overlord status of their networks. But there are some problems to this scenario that need to be solved first, which is where SASE comes in. […]

How to Set Up Mesh WiFi: A Complete Mesh Wireless Guide

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No matter who you are, slow internet speeds are maddening. Slow equals missed opportunities, unproductive work time, and a drop in revenue.  Let’s get to the root of the issue—why is your internet so slow in the first place? Traditional routers can only reach so far. Physical obstructions such as floors and doors or large, […]

Why Your Business Needs Cloud Managed Security Cameras

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Security cameras are a simple but significant way for businesses to increase the safety of their inventory, their employees, and their customers. However, the landscape of security has grown tenfold since the days of CCTV cameras. While giving business owners peace of mind, cloud-based WiFi security cameras allow businesses to monitor their organization from virtually […]

How to Make the Most of Your Meraki Dashboard

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The Meraki dashboard, included with the Cisco Meraki wireless access points and switches, allows you to manage all of your security, switching, wireless, cameras, and IoT devices through the cloud. Meraki’s products make network management processes more efficient and reduce your operating costs with remote access to the dashboard. With an intuitive API, the dashboard […]

Cisco Meraki Licenses: When & Why You Need One

If your organization uses any Cisco Meraki products, it needs a valid license to operate. Assigning, transferring, and renewing Meraki licenses can be tricky, but authorized Meraki partners like us can make the process easy. Meraki currently offers two licensing models––a new, per-device licensing (PDL) model and a co-termination licensing model (co-term). There are essential […]

Why Use a Meraki Reseller?

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It’s simple: using a Meraki reseller enables your company to utilize secure and scalable networks that can be managed from anywhere. Cisco Meraki is the gold standard for cloud-managed network needs, including increased security and mobile use. A Meraki reseller makes achieving this level of technology simpler, with streamlined product acquisition, expert deployment strategies and […]

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