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Windstream Managed Network Security

Overview

What is Windstream Managed Network Security?

Managed Network Security (MNS) from Windstream Enterprise is a comprehensive suite of managed security services that can be applied to minimize network threats and maximize uptime. Its security controls and safeguards protect network services and customer information, and continuously verify…

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Windstream - A widely available but underperforming option

Rating: 3 out of 10
June 20, 2023
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Windstream manages our VPLS and other connections between our sites across the United States. Windstream is one of the only companies to provide such services and is the most ...
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Service Offering Details

What is Windstream Managed Network Security?

Managed Network Security (MNS) from Windstream Enterprise is a comprehensive suite of managed security services that can be applied to minimize network threats and maximize uptime. Its security controls and safeguards protect network services and customer information, and continuously verify technologies and security processes through internal and external compliance audits.

The MNS suite lets the user choose from Firewall, IPS, Content Filtering, Application Control, and security information and event management (SIEM). Windstream, as both a network provider and a managed security provider, states they can combine administration and key network security functions into a single platform, helping customers reduce costs.
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Windstream - A widely available but underperforming option

Rating: 3 out of 10
June 20, 2023
Verified User
Technician in Information Technology
Printing Company, 1001-5000 employees
Vetted Review
Verified User
Windstream Managed Network Security
1 year of experience
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
Windstream manages our VPLS and other connections between our sites across the United States. Windstream is one of the only companies to provide such services and is the most widely available option across the US. They help with connections between Wisconsin, New York, and Iowa so our business can stay connected to each other.
Pros
  • Market to all types of business needs
  • Provide the Service we need
  • They are widely available across the US
Cons
  • Narrow down functionality of services
  • Provide better support/service for outages
  • Communicate more with stakeholders
Likelihood to Recommend
Windstream is a widely available option for VPLS and other connectivity requirements. However, I believe they need to work on providing better notification and support of outages, service, etc. These services are also incredibly expensive, Windstream portrays a worthwhile service to accommodate your check every month, but it falls short. Windstream is available everywhere, but tread carefully when selecting a company that offers similar services.
Most Important Features
  • VPLS Management
  • Service Contracts
  • Outage Notification/Support
Return on Investment
  • Our business can communicate between plants faster than normal
  • Our business spends a lot of money
  • Management likes how things look with Windstream
Alternatives Considered
Windstream was the only option for what we needed. It was available in Wisconsin, Iowa, New York, and Utah for all of our plants needs. It was also a service that has been used for years so we have not searched elsewhere for an alternative option. Many people have heard of Windstream, which gives it crediblity with IT professionals.
Other Software Used
SolarWinds Log Analyzer (LA), Workato, Jira Software
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