This is the first time that Microsoft has been included in this review of the SSL VPN market prepared by Forrester.
Microsoft's SSL VPN products were recognised for their security support, manageability and usability, and monitoring and reporting features.
"Microsoft has moved quickly and efficiently into the SSL VPN appliance market with its acquisition of Whale Communications, now a wholly owned subsidiary," the report said.
"Whale's Intelligent Application Gateway places Microsoft among the top SSL VPN vendors and provides a critical component for enhancing its Internet Security and Acceleration [ISA] Server.
"The result should not only be a heavyweight contender for enterprise remote access, but an ideal architecture for small and medium-size businesses as well. "
Microsoft's SSL VPN offering includes the Intelligent Application Gateway and ISA Server, which provide the cornerstones for Microsoft's overall secure access strategy and platform.
"Microsoft's SSL VPN crown jewel is its intelligent Application Optimizer templates for deploying large applications, which will save hours of complex configuration for IT administrators," the Forrester report noted.
Microsoft makes SSL VPN splash with Whale
Microsoft is making waves in the Secure Sockets Layer virtual private networking (SSL VPN) space, according to Forrester Research.
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