ClearSDN provides critical updates for many of the ClearOS functions, such as virus and content management. Other cloud based services such as remote server backup and remote VPN are also provided via ClearSDN. Updates are available via subscription and are automatically installed into your ClearOS regularly to keep your system updated with the latest revisions. Read on for more of the innovative ClearSDN features...
Intrusion Detection & Prevention
Remote Security Audit
Remote Resource Monitor
Dynamic/Managed VPN
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Bandwidth Monitor
Dynamic DNS Services
AntiSPAM
AntiVirus
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Content Filtration Service
Domain Management
ClearSDN Dashboard
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One of the most advance techniques to hack or harm a computer system is to enter through an open port using exploits to un-updated software, copy valuable information, and leave undetected, without leaving traceable malware, viruses or Trojan code behind, or by compromising the system is such a way that your server now performs tasks for the attacker at will. The advanced intrusion detection system in ClearOS uses a list of over 1500 rules to protect your system. With the ClearSDN Intrusion Detection activated, your rules are automatically kept up-to-date. Rules are rigorously tested with every update and distributed monthly or immediately when a fast-spreading virus or worm is detected on the Internet.
ClearSDN can communicate with your local ClearOS server and conduct regular audits to detect errors, software revisions, bugs and irregularities. An automated ClearSDN Security Audit can give you peace of mind knowing that there is a consistent effort to detect and alert problems on the network. Remote Security Audits can also help to ensure compliance obligations are achieved.
The Resource Monitor checks the status of your ClearOS network/gateway server on a regular interval and notifies the IT administrator of any event outside pre-determined settings. By monitoring often, anywhere from every 2 minutes to every 3 hours, systems can declare their status and keep an IT administrator informed of any problems. Two types system checks are performed: The port monitor checks the connection to services (for instance, a web server) and notifies of a connection failure and the resource monitor checks system load, disk space, and memory usage and will send an alert as needed.
ClearVPN is a managed VPN which is used to connect two or more networks across the Internet using a secure tunnel. ClearVPN is an intelligent, encrypted connection that is easily configured for a variety of environments. One significant advantage is support for dynamic IP addresses. This means that two servers can use public ISP services (with DHCP dynamic IP addresses) and still get a fully secure connection between points. Should the ISP allocate a different address to either of the hosts, ClearVPN will repair the tunnel by automatically reconfiguring the settings on both ends of the VPN tunnel and ensuring re-connectivity.
ClearSDN is designed to provide comprehensive, secure, offsite backup of the ClearOS server data. While configuration data backup is provided for every server free of charge, ClearSDN can provide a complete backup of all server data for secure and reliable remote access to all data if selected and enabled.
The Bandwidth Monitor provides information on the average upload and download speed of your system's Internet connection. The hourly test is a great tool for measuring your Internet provider's quality of service and detecting unauthorized usage. Though there are number of harmless variables that may change your bandwidth, it's a good idea to monitor for dramatic changes so you can assess whether there is a problem on the network.
DNS services are critical to operating a secure and reliable email environment. DNS can also be used as an effective tool to enable work from remote locations. The ClearSDN integrated DNS service manages the DNS records on the domain and replicates this information throughout the internet. Workers can move between offices and networks and use their same settings. With Mail/MX Backup, if you mail server goes offline, your mail is safely stored off-site until your server returns to service. No mail is lost during upgrades or changes to your ClearOS system. Your email is safe with ClearSDN.
ClearSDN Anti-spam is both a cloud based or locally hosted service depending upon your needs and requirements. Anti-spam service reduces the amount of spam arriving in your mailbox by comparing e-mail against known spam patterns. This can greatly reduce the amount of unwanted email you receive and prevent spam email from introducing malware and viruses onto your computer systems.
ClearSDN Antivirus can is both cloud based or locally hosted, depending upon your local needs and requirements. Antivirus service protects against the dangers of virus infected e-mail. By scanning e-mail and comparing them against thousands of known virus and spam patterns, our Antivirus protection stops unwanted e-mail from ever reaching your mail server.
Content filtering can help deter the flow of inappropriate or undesired content on your network. The content filter can be used to block inappropriate material and to enforce company policies. For instance, blocking personal webmail sites can increase productivity at the office. New sites appear, old sites disappear and current sites move around. By enabling the Content Filter Updates service, you will receive regular updates to the filter lists both on a local server and cloud-based services. In addition to automated technologies such as contextual sensitivity, the updates are also monitored by human editors in real-time.
ClearSDN can register, transfer and/or manage your domain thus helping to simplify the maintenance of your domain, web site and mail delivery.
Because ClearOS serves a critical role as a network/gateway server, it is especially important to keep up with the latest bug and security updates. ClearSDN can automatically monitor and update your ClearOS software with the most recent updates. The ClearOS interface can check and provide reports on each element within the system.
