Report Information Report Number: IN0703681LN Publication Date: November 2007 Number of Pages: 16 Report Price: $2,995 U.S. Dollars Table of Contents/Tables/Figures Read Press Release  Member Access Full-text HTML Full-text PDF Data File Spreadsheets*

Summary
 Wireless LAN (WLAN) technology has become a standard part of business networks. These deployments range from WLANs in meeting and conference rooms to Wi-Fi handsets in manufacturing and warehouse facilities. However, portable computers with Wi-Fi and inexpensive wireless routers have made connectivity even more pervasive outside of the business. And the growing number of consumer equipment with embedded Wi-Fi will increase connectivity options for workers more in the future.
 
 These trends pose two key security challenges for IT managers:
 
 • Protecting company data that resides on mobile devices used by employees
 
 • Protecting company operations and assets from malware or theft incurred by portable devices that connect to the network
 
 Within wireless security, In-Stat has identified two addressable markets: client security to protect data when it is transmitted or stored on portable devices and facility security to monitor the RF environment and enforce wireless policies to protect network operations and assets in the business premise. Together, these markets are projected to reach $10.2 billion by 2011.

Report Information Report Number: IN0703831LN Publication Date: July 2007 Number of Pages: 33 Report Price: $2,995 U.S. Dollars Table of Contents/Tables/Figures  Member Access Full-text HTML Full-text PDF Data File Spreadsheets*

Summary
 Businesses are adopting more centralized wireless networks, driving the growth of WLAN switches and thin Access Points (APs). However, the growth of standalone WLAN switches will be impacted by the integration of this functionality into wired networking infrastructure. This report analyzes the market for business WLAN switches and associated access points. It includes market shares for 2006 and forecasts through 2011.

Report Information Report Number: IN0703590LN Publication Date: May 2007 Number of Pages: 31 Report Price: $2,995 U.S. Dollars Table of Contents/Tables/Figures Read Press Release  Member Access Full-text HTML Full-text PDF Data File Spreadsheets*

Summary
 Security appliances are an integral part of the noisy and crowded network security market. Over the last several quarters, two key trends are impacting the overall security market. One is the integration of security into underlying equipment and infrastructure.
 
 Another is the continuing cost and complexity of managing security in a multi-vendor, multi-product environment, which many believe will open the door for managed security services from trusted brands.
 
 However, despite these trends, security appliances are expected to grow steadily in the next five years. This growth will occur because the key benefits these products bring to the market—namely simplicity and efficiency—will continue to be of value to many customers.
 
 This report examines more trends that are impacting the market, including the merger and acquisition activity that occurred over the past year.
 
 In addition, the report presents the results of a recent end-user survey regarding deployment trends and purchase plans across different sizes of businesses.

Report Information Report Number: IN0702852LN Publication Date: April 2007 Number of Pages: 41 Report Price: $3,495 U.S. Dollars Table of Contents/Tables/Figures Read Press Release  Member Access Full-text HTML Full-text PDF Data File Spreadsheets*

Summary
 The Multi-Service Business Gateway (MSGB) is a new form of router that will be used in SMBs and enterprise branch offices to replace standalone PBXs, Internet Access Devices, Firewalls, and Routers with a single device. MSBGs built on a router platform will allow service providers to offer new applications and services for SMBs and give the enterprise the capability of extending headquarters-level voice and data services to branch offices.
 The market for MSBGs is just now beginning to emerge as manufacturers introduce router-based appliances and develop their marketing channels. However, the market will take a slow growth path as vendors run up against a large amount of installed voice and data infrastructure that is in-place and serving customer needs.
 Readers will find a discussion of why vendors are shifting away from telephony/PBX-based appliances to router-based products using IP for voice and data transport, and the new services and application opportunities that will emerge as a result of the combination of MSBG and IP.