Ineffective. Obsolete. Unrealistic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are just some of the words commonly thrown around by IT admins in response to perimeter-based security approaches that incorporate VPNs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trending remote work policies have released an avalanche of new security concerns while highlighting the limitations of old-school network security architecture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traditional security approaches depend on a centralized physical infrastructure that is not well-equipped to secure emerging cloud environments. Unfortunately, hackers are always improving their tactics, requiring IT admins to counter with more up-to-date security buffers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two of the most frequently discussed solutions for this challenge are Zero Trust<\/a> network access (ZTNA or ZTA) and virtual private networks (VPNs). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article will dive into the differences, similarities, and benefits behind the two approaches. After reading, you will know how to best reduce the attack surfaces of private, public, and hybrid cloud environments with modern network security solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n