For a long time, the most common method used to connect users to workplace networks was via an SSID + shared password. This made more sense when the majority of employees were in a brick and mortar office every day, but even then, managing this on top of providing one-off VPN access to those who needed it, turned out to be more than most organizations bargained for. This method makes access management difficult and time-consuming, plus, it\u2019s highly insecure, and networks are easily exploited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On top of that, now that so many organizations offer hybrid or fully remote work options and the use of personal devices (or BYOD<\/a>) in the office has skyrocketed, this manual network access provisioning strategy simply doesn\u2019t make sense. Luckily, the RADIUS protocol exists, which simplifies network access for end-users and lessens the network access management load that IT takes on. This article explains the ins and outs of RADIUS, including what it is, how it works, the pros and cons, costs, and ideal RADIUS solutions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What Is RADIUS Protocol? RADIUS, or Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service, is a widely used networking protocol that enables centralized authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA) for users who access a remote network. It provides a secure and efficient way to manage access control and user authentication, allowing network administrators to control user access to resources based on policies and permissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat is RADIUS?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n