Switched Ethernet Point-to-Point Networks (Layer 2)
are mainly used for two locations that need to securely send sensitive or confidential data between each location. The high performance it provides is due to the low latency of the network. For confidentiality purposes, this service doesn’t require the data traffic to be routed over the public internet, which is where many breaches in security can happen.
Northview Tier-1 Carrier's Layer 2 Point-to-Point Switched Ethernet range from 2Mbps to 1Gbps, providing low latency in the low, single digits ms. (typically less than 5ms).
THINGS TO CONSIDER WITH POINT-TO-POINT SERVICES
Pricing: Because businesses will be purchasing the physical line between the two locations, the suppliers will charge per mileage based on the two locations. For example, a Point-to-Point connection from California to New York will be substantially more expensive than a connection from California to Arizona.
Equipment: Point-to-Point Networks require more equipment than an MPLS network in the form of Layer 2 configuration. With this, the customer will have to be responsible for maintaining and managing the equipment that is needed for a Point-to-Point Network. Northview provides enterprise-grade, robust hardware to assist with getting this connection set up for you.
Carriers: Most carriers will be able to provide a Point-to-Point network. However, most carriers that resell services will not provide this since they do not own their own network. Depending on the distance between the two connections, resellers will have to buy from multiple diverse carrier networks just to make up one Point-to-Point solution for a business. That's why Northview is only partnering with Tier-1 carriers such as AT&T and Verizon.
Alternatives: MPLS network requires less equipment than a Point-to-Point. Most businesses will choose an MPLS network since carriers will do the managing and maintaining of the equipment. Also, MPLS is very cost-effective and can sometimes result in a less expensive route for businesses.
MICROWAVE POINT-TO-POINT
If you have a fixed line of sight between the two locations, you may want to take the faster route that avoids installs and use a microwave point to point. This is just as secure, but keep in mind that carriers will charge based on usage.
INTERNATIONAL POINT TO POINT
If you have two locations both overseas that need a secure point-to-point, there are options to use the same great carriers you are familiar with in the foreign location you need them in.
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