IP VPN Solutions Secure, flexible networking options from a leader in IP solutions

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1 IP VPN Solutions Secure, flexible networking options from a leader in IP solutions

2 IP VPN Security that s virtually everywhere An increasing number of businesses today are leveraging the power of IP virtual private networks (VPNs). Here s why: IP VPNs can provide the ubiquitous access required for establishing enterprise-wide intranets, extranets and remote access. You ll be able to give your employees a set of powerful tools for improving their productivity on a daily basis and maximize your relationships with customers, partners and suppliers. IP VPNs can provide the stringent security, such as encryption, required for transporting sensitive data across the Internet, or via a private IP network, ensuring that only authorized users can gain network access. It s valuable extra protection for your information assets. Equally important, IP VPNs make good economic sense. They provide the security of a private line solution at a fraction of the cost. Sprint can help you put together an IP VPN solution that is custom-tailored to your business and your budget.

3 More choices, more flexibility, more cost effective Our comprehensive portfolio of IP VPN solutions can enable your employees, customers, business partners and suppliers to collaborate securely and cost effectively. We integrate IP VPN hardware and software with the management and support you need for a total end-to-end solution. Sprint offers you a choice of customer premisesbased or network-based solutions and a choice of access technologies IP, frame relay, DSL, dial-up or ATM. CPE-based IP VPN With a CPE-based solution, the IP VPN equipment resides on your site. Data is encrypted end to end from your premises through our IP backbone network, to the distant end to provide the type of security that your business demands.you can manage the IP VPN yourself, or better yet, have Sprint manage it for you.

4 Remote Access Server Dial User (Telecommuter) w/ipsec client Network-based IP VPN/Security Switch IPSec Tunnel Sprint IP Network IPSec Tunnel Sprint ATM Network Network-based IP VPN/Security Switch Headquarters IPSec Tunnel Sprint Frame Relay Network Regional Headquarters Small Office or Business Partner Large Branch Office Sprint Service Interworking Service interworking allows Sprint customers with frame relay and ATM networks to extend their reach using CPE-based or network-based IP VPNs for certain locations. Network-based IP VPN In the network-based alternative, Sprint utilizes IP services switches at network access points to encrypt data as it traverses the network. Sprint takes full responsibility for management and maintenance. Since the IP VPN functionality resides in the Sprint network, provisioning times can be shorter. In addition to dedicated, dial and DSL access, you can also use frame relay or ATM access. IP Intelligent Frame Relay Yet another alternative is IP Intelligent Frame Relay, which marries the inherent security and quality of service of a non-public network infrastructure with the any-to-any connectivity of IP. It s a fully managed solution that preserves your existing investment in networking equipment. Thanks to the implementation of innovative virtual router technology by Sprint, all you need is one permanent virtual circuit per site.what s more, the network is tuned to support voice and video in addition to data. Hybrid solutions All three Sprint IP VPN solutions can be seamlessly combined into one hybrid solution through service interworking.that way you can extend your network reach, preserve your existing investments in network technologies and migrate to other solutions on your own timetable.

5 Putting it all together Security integration You can have confidence that your corporate data is well protected when it s in our hands. Sprint IPbased VPN solutions use the powerful IPSec protocol to create secure tunnels within the IP network to encrypt data and authenticate users. You can have Sprint manage the authentication process on your behalf or manage it yourself. Options include: Managed Remote Access Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) with a choice of password or SecureID authentication methods Managed Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) service based on Entrust Technology s industry-leading PKI software In addition, Sprint Managed Security Services monitor your IP VPN devices 24 x 7 to ensure a quick response to any security incident. Why Sprint? Your business communications are too critical to your business to entrust it to just anyone. Sprint stands apart from the rest by any criteria.we ve led the industry in innovative data networking solutions for the past several decades, raised the standard for network reliability and survivability worldwide and continue to exhibit the financial stability and staying power that s required for a long-term relationship. Why would you entrust your communications to anyone else? Sprint can provide all the building blocks for an IP VPN solution and help put them together in a way that makes the most sense for your organization. It s how we help you make the most of today s public networking resources and create new opportunities in today s exploding world of e-business. Our portfolio includes: Network design, installation and configuration Choice of customer equipment-based and network-based solutions Best-in-class VPN hardware and software from leading vendors such as Cisco and Nortel Networks Sprint or customer management options Firewall integration and management Managed authentication services Flexible connectivity options with global coverage Service level agreements User help desk

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