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Layer 2 and Endpoint Security
Your Partner for Smoother Business Operations
Your Local Security Experts
Strengthen Your Network & Devices
At Kehr Technologies, we understand security is more than just your network perimeter. Today’s threats can come from within your business just as easily as from the outside. Layer 2 and endpoint security solutions are the building blocks you need to protect all parts of your IT environment. We help businesses in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, navigate the process and choose solutions that work, without confusing technical jargon. We’ve been helping businesses across DFW for more than two decades. We’re not just a service provider; we’re your neighbors. That’s why our mission is to help keep area businesses safe, secure, and running with maximum efficiency.
Why It Matters
Why Layer 2 and Endpoint Security From Kehr Technologies
Why Layer 2 and Endpoint Security From Kehr Technologies
Deep Local Experience: Our team is based in Plano, and our reach extends across Dallas-Fort Worth, TX, and nationwide. That’s why we know the region’s businesses so well. A dentist in Frisco is different from a CPA in Addison or even the corner office in Downtown Dallas. Our local expertise allows us to quickly understand your business, your industry, and the threats you face every day.
Full-Service IT & Security: In addition to Layer 2 and Endpoint Security, we provide all of the essential IT and network security solutions businesses need to function well and safely in today’s world. We offer proactive services like managed IT, cloud backup, server monitoring, website security, and more, so you can focus on what matters most.
Honest, Human Support: We’ll also be there every step of the way to answer your questions and guide you through your options. When you work with Kehr Technologies, you’ll never be speaking to a call center. We talk to you, and you’ll understand us.
Predictable Pricing & No Surprises: Finally, our transparent all-inclusive pricing has no surprises. All of our services start with a fixed monthly fee so you always know your costs, and we offer flexible plans to fit any size business. Kehr Technologies offers Layer 2 and endpoint security solutions, with the service and support you can count on.
The Kehr Technologies Advantage
Layer 2 Security—Protecting the Heart of Your Network
Layer 2 security is focused on the systems that make up your local network, including servers, switches, cabling, and routers. If you don’t have proper controls in place on your network, you could leave yourself vulnerable to attacks from within or from outside sources that have managed to bypass your firewall. Layer 2 features we can implement include:
VLAN Segmentation
Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) are set up to separate different types of traffic for security and performance reasons, such as guests, departmental data, and IoT devices. This helps prevent or contain breaches, and it can also make it easier to meet compliance requirements.
Port Security & Access Controls
We control access to your network to ensure that only authorized devices can plug into it. This means only approved computers, laptops, printers, and other devices have access to your network. We do this with techniques like MAC filtering and secure login methods like 802.1X.
Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI)
Protects against ARP spoofing attacks and man-in-the-middle (MITM) attacks by making sure only trusted devices can send or receive traffic.
DHCP Snooping & Storm Control
Blocks rogue DHCP servers that can confuse your network and stops broadcast storms that can slow your systems to a crawl or take them offline.
Switch & Protocol Security
Switches are configured carefully with security in mind, and protocols like Spanning Tree (STP) are tuned to support availability without introducing weaknesses attackers can exploit.
Ready For Your Layer 2?
For top-notch endpoint security, personal help desk support, proactively keeping your IT systems in check, rapid incident response from a team that actually cares, and a partner who’ll be there for you every step of the way – get in touch with Kehr Technologies today.
The Future of Your Layer 2 and Endpoint Security
Endpoint Security—Keeping Every Device Safe, Onsite or Remote
Devices employees use to connect to your network are also a potential vulnerability. This includes laptops, smartphones, tablets, BYOD (bring-your-own-device), and even home PCs. Our managed endpoint security can help keep these systems safe whether onsite or connecting remotely, using Layer 2 and endpoint security solutions built to reduce risk across your environment.
Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
We can monitor and block suspicious activity in real time to prevent ransomware, malware, and other threats, including known malware and zero-day threats.
Next-Gen Antivirus
Modern antivirus software uses AI and the cloud to detect and stop malware and ransomware before it can harm your systems.
Application Allow/Block Lists
Prevents employees from running unauthorized or unsafe apps and blocks the execution of unknown or risky programs.
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Monitors the use of sensitive data and helps stop data loss whether it’s transmitted over email, cloud services, USB drives, or other methods.
Device Encryption & Mobile Device Management (MDM)
Encrypts sensitive data on laptops and mobile devices and enforces lock and wipe capabilities if a device is lost or stolen, which is a key requirement for many compliance standards.
Automatic Patch Management
Automatically applies system patches and updates as they become available to reduce risk and eliminate security gaps.
FAQS
FAQs about Layer 2 and Endpoint Security
We’ve answered a few key questions to help you understand how our cloud computing services work.
What is Layer 2 security and why is it important?
Layer 2 security refers to the security measures and protocols implemented at the data link layer (Layer 2) of the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) model. It’s important because it helps prevent unauthorized access to a network, as well as data breaches and other security threats.
How does endpoint security protect my network?
Endpoint security refers to the security measures used to protect individual devices, such as computers, servers, and mobile devices, that are connected to a network. By securing these endpoints, you can help prevent security threats from entering your network in the first place.
What are some common Layer 2 security features?
Some common Layer 2 security features include port security, VLAN security, and Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI). Port security restricts access to a network by allowing only authorized devices to connect to specific ports. VLAN security segments a network into different virtual networks. DAI helps prevent ARP poisoning attacks.
Why is integrating Layer 2 and endpoint security essential?
Integrating Layer 2 and endpoint security is important because it helps provide a comprehensive and unified approach to securing your network. By using both types of security, you can help protect your network from a wide range of threats.
What are the best practices for managing Layer 2 and endpoint security?
Best practices include enabling port security to restrict access to your network, using VLANs to segment your network into smaller, more manageable parts, and making sure all devices on your network are secured with up-to-date security software.
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