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Description
Ananda Networks develops overlay networks that are not only secure and high-performing but also low-latency, eliminating the necessity for traditional firewalls, VPNs, and SD-WAN solutions, thereby facilitating seamless connections for businesses to their remote users, devices, clouds, and applications regardless of location. We are witnessing a profound transformation towards a fully distributed workforce, presenting unprecedented challenges in delivering rapid, secure, and straightforward connectivity to employees. Yet, the architects of the Internet, designed in the 1960s, could not have foreseen the demands of modern enterprises in the 21st century. As organizations evolve from centralized to hub-and-spoke structures and now to distributed cloud models, the expectation for a considerable portion of the workforce to work remotely on a long-term basis has surged, leading to a migration of data and applications across multiple cloud platforms. Consequently, the traditional paradigms of networking and security, which are heavily reliant on centralized hardware and IP frameworks, are rapidly becoming outdated as businesses adapt to new operational realities. This shift not only highlights the inadequacies of legacy systems but also emphasizes the urgent need for innovation in connectivity solutions.
Description
Sangfor Athena SASE is a comprehensive, cloud-native Secure Access Service Edge platform designed to deliver secure, fast, and reliable network access for hybrid and distributed workforces. By integrating advanced security capabilities—such as Zero Trust Guard (ZTNA), Secure Web Gateway (SWG), Firewall as a Service (FWaaS), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)—Athena SASE ensures consistent protection across on-premises, cloud, and SaaS environments. The platform’s unified management console streamlines network and security operations, cutting down complexity and allowing IT teams to focus on strategic initiatives. Its global backbone and cross-border traffic acceleration capabilities support seamless geographic expansion while ensuring compliance with regulations like GDPR and CCPA. Athena SASE adapts to modern business needs by enabling secure access from any device or location, boosting workforce productivity. The solution helps organizations reduce total cost of ownership by consolidating multiple networking and security tools into one platform. With features like adaptive authentication and continuous device posture assessment, it balances robust security with a seamless user experience. This makes Athena SASE ideal for businesses embracing cloud adoption and hybrid work models.
API Access
Has API
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API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Box
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Dropbox
No
Facebook
No
Google Workspace
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LinkedIn
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Microsoft 365
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SAP Concur
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Salesforce
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Integrations
Box
Yes
Dropbox
Yes
Facebook
Yes
Google Workspace
Yes
LinkedIn
Yes
Microsoft 365
Yes
SAP Concur
Yes
Salesforce
Yes
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
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Free Version
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Ananda Networks
Founded
2019
Country
United States
Website
www.ananda.net
Vendor Details
Company Name
Sangfor Technologies
Founded
2000
Country
China
Website
www.sangfor.com/cybersecurity/sangfor-athena-cloud-security/secure-access-service-edge-sase
Product Features
VPN
Anonymous Browsing
No
DNS Leak Protection
No
For Digital Security
No
For Financial Security
No
For Gaming
No
For Streaming
No
Kill Switch
No
Multi-Language
No
Multi-Protocol
No
Peer-to-Peer
No
Policy Management
No
Remote Access
No
Web Inspection
No
White Label
No