{"id":118460,"date":"2024-12-03T15:29:04","date_gmt":"2024-12-03T20:29:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jumpcloud.com\/?p=118460"},"modified":"2024-12-16T15:34:16","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T20:34:16","slug":"best-linux-server-for-smes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jumpcloud.com\/blog\/best-linux-server-for-smes","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s the Best Linux RADIUS Server for SMEs?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What happens when you\u2019re the go-to IT person in a small business?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019re the one everyone calls when the Wi-Fi stops working or someone can\u2019t log in. It feels great to save the day, but it\u2019s frustrating when the tools you rely on make things harder than they need to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FreeRADIUS and SecureW2 are well-known options for small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to use when providing secure WiFi for their office space. However, they come with challenges that can slow you down along with your IT team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is where JumpCloud\u2019s Cloud RADIUS<\/a> steps in. It\u2019s simple to set up, easy to use, and designed to keep your network secure without unnecessary hassle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s explore what each option offers, what they don\u2019t, and which one will work best for your team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common Linux RADIUS Choices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Finding the right RADIUS server can be a real blessing for small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), but it\u2019s no small feat. Among the contenders, FreeRADIUS and SecureW2 Cloud RADIUS often top the list. These solutions offer distinct benefits but also come with their own quirks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s kick things off with FreeRADIUS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FreeRADIUS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

FreeRADIUS has earned its reputation as a leading open-source RADIUS server, thanks to its versatility and strong community backing. It\u2019s highly configurable and adaptable so you already know tech teams love it. For an in-depth look, see our FreeRADIUS overview<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Features of FreeRADIUS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

FreeRADIUS brings a lot to the table: <\/p>\n\n\n\n