Secure networking

Reduce network risk with a more controlled endpoint and identity strategy.

WSI helps organizations evaluate secure networking approaches that can reduce exposure to ransomware, phishing, unmanaged devices, and avoidable endpoint risk.

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Modern security challenge

Ransomware and data theft demand more than traditional desktop hardening.

Attackers increasingly spend time inside networks before encrypting files. During that window, they may steal sensitive data, probe backups, and look for ways to increase pressure on the organization.

WSI can help clients consider a more restrictive, centrally managed network model that uses controlled endpoints, identity management, cloud-based policy, and practical support processes to reduce risk.

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Security approach

A controlled Chrome and Microsoft network model.

For organizations that can operate primarily through web-based applications, WSI can help evaluate a configuration built around managed Chromebooks and Microsoft cloud identity/security tools.

Managed endpoints

Use centrally managed Chromebook devices to reduce the risk created by traditional unmanaged Windows desktops and uncontrolled local software.

Identity and policy control

Use Microsoft identity and device-management tools such as Entra ID, Intune, and Microsoft 365 security features to manage access and policy.

Reduced software exposure

Limit what applications or browser extensions can be installed, helping reduce the attack surface created by unnecessary local software.

Remote deployment support

WSI can help configure and deploy secure network setups for organizations with reliable electricity, internet connectivity, and web-based workflows.

Trial network planning

Organizations can evaluate a pilot configuration before broader deployment, giving stakeholders a practical way to test fit and usability.

Support flexibility

WSI can provide setup, management, troubleshooting, and as-needed support depending on the organization's internal technology resources.

Important tradeoff

Higher security can require workflow changes.

A controlled Chromebook/Microsoft approach is strongest for organizations that can rely on Microsoft web apps, browser-based systems, and web-accessible business applications.

It may not be the right fit for teams that depend heavily on local desktop software. WSI can help evaluate that fit before recommending a deployment path.

Review current risk and workflows

Identify users, applications, files, compliance needs, remote access requirements, and systems that must remain available.

Design a controlled configuration

Define the device, identity, policy, application, browser extension, and administrative controls that fit the organization.

Pilot, deploy, and support

Start with a trial environment when appropriate, then deploy, train users, document the setup, and support the network after rollout.

Good fit

Organizations that may benefit from this approach

Medical, financial, government, energy, and regulated organizations.
Small organizations that need stronger security without enterprise-level complexity.
Teams that primarily use Microsoft 365, browser-based tools, and web applications.
Organizations concerned about phishing, ransomware, and uncontrolled local software.
Businesses that need more consistent endpoint and access management.
Companies looking for practical security improvements and ongoing support options.

Get started

Need to improve network security without overcomplicating operations?

Talk with WSI about your current network, users, applications, compliance concerns, and risk tolerance. We can help determine whether a controlled Chrome/Microsoft network model is a good fit.

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