The growth of the Internet continues to drive the need for faster network packet management and improved network security. The two must be fused together today because separation of either leads to deficiencies in both, due to the distribution and routing complexities that have amassed over time, which creates opportunities for delays and security lapses as packets are managed via a myriad of software and hardware from a wide variety of suppliers.
One way to improve both performance and security effectiveness is to reduce the physical number of hardware and software components that make up OSI Layer 2-4 solutions in the network using an integrated silicon based “subsystem” approach. Silicon based communications subsystems such as the one shown below now offer new architecture alternatives that promote faster performance and enhanced security.
