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6,000+ companies trust Files.com to automate and secure business critical transfers. We obsess about security, compliance, reliability, and performance so your critical business processes just work every time. Easily manage any transfer flow without writing scripts or code, and onboard workloads and partners effortlessly. We support standard file transfer protocols (FTP, SFTP, AS2) for working with external partners and also provide native apps for high performance internal transfers. As a fully Cloud-Native SaaS, there are no servers for you to buy or maintain, there is no installation required, and high availability and redundancy are built in and free. Our InfoSec Program is audited annually by Kirkpatrick Price, a leading information security CPA firm. Our audit covers the scope of the entire Files.com business (not just datacenter operations) and names Files.com specifically. Beware of smaller competitors who try to pass off someone else’s audit as their own. Technical capabilities include encryption at-rest and in-transit, four types of two-factor authentication, nine enterprise identity (SSO) integrations, configurable password and session policies, and a perfect “A+” score from Qualys SSL Labs.

NetCrunch is commercial, self-hosted, agentless network and IT infrastructure monitoring software for Windows Server. It monitors network devices, servers, virtualization platforms, cloud services, applications, websites, logs, telemetry, and network traffic across distributed environments. NetCrunch supports 680+ monitoring targets and provides 270+ ready-to-use Monitoring Packs for devices, applications, and operating systems. Policy-based monitoring automatically applies monitoring settings, Monitoring Packs, thresholds, and alerts to matching devices and systems. Licensing is based on monitored nodes and network interfaces rather than individual sensors, checks, or metrics. NetCrunch provides real-time dashboards and automatic Layer 2 and routing topology maps for visibility into network status and performance. Network traffic analysis supports NetFlow, sFlow, IPFIX, and other flow technologies. Its alerting system supports event correlation, dependency-aware suppression, predictive thresholds, escalation, and 40+ automated response actions, including scripts, notifications, API calls, and integrations with external systems. Distributed Monitoring Probes extend monitoring to remote and isolated locations. NetCrunch also provides a REST API for integration and automation with external IT management, service management, and operational systems. NetCrunch is self-hosted on Windows Server and can monitor on-premises, air-gapped, cloud, and hybrid IT environments.

ManageEngine Endpoint Central is a unified endpoint management and security platform designed for IT teams managing diverse and distributed device environments eliminating the need for multiple disconnected products for patching, remote access, mobile management, and security. The platform supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and Chrome OS. Automated patch deployment covers OS and 1,000+ third-party applications with scheduling, testing, rollback, and compliance reporting. Software can be deployed, updated, or removed across thousands of endpoints simultaneously. OS imaging workflows provision new devices quickly, while continuous asset inventory supports license compliance and audit readiness. Security capabilities are built directly into the platform. Vulnerability assessment identifies and prioritizes endpoint weaknesses by severity. Application control prevents unauthorized software execution. Device control governs USB and peripheral access. Endpoint privilege management removes unnecessary admin rights. EDR delivers behavioral threat detection and incident response, while NGAV blocks malware, ransomware, and zero-day threats. BitLocker and FileVault encryption enforces disk protection across Windows and macOS. Built-in remote desktop allows technicians to connect instantly without third-party software. Integrated MDM covers iOS and Android enrollment, app management, and remote wipe for corporate and BYOD environments. DEX monitoring gives IT teams real-time visibility into device performance enabling proactive issue resolution before productivity is impacted. Available as cloud or on-premises across Free, Professional, Enterprise, UEM, and Security editions.

Airlock Digital delivers an easy-to-manage and scalable application control solution to protect endpoints with confidence. Built by cybersecurity professionals and trusted by organizations worldwide, Airlock Digital enforces a Deny by Default security posture to block all untrusted code, including unknown applications, unwanted scripts, malware, and ransomware.

Thinfinity Workspace 7.0's Technical Highlights: - Progressive Web App (PWA) technology for a seamless user experience - Integrated Thinfinity VNC, VirtualUI, and z/Scope for maximum versatility - HTML5 terminal emulation supporting DEC terminals, TN 5220, and TN 3270 protocols - Robust enterprise-grade audit logs for security and compliance management - Proprietary VNC protocol for real-time monitoring and troubleshooting IMPROVE USER EXPERIENCE - Deliver business-critical apps, desktops and files from a single web portal. - Provide simplified remote browser access for your users, while confining them to only the resources that they need. SIMPLIFY IT AND AVOID VPNs - Forget traditional VPN deployments and complexities. - Enable access from Chromebooks, mobile devices or any computer with a Web Browser. Zero setup. KEEP YOUR BUSINESS SECURE - Use enterprise-grade encrypted connections. - Integrate with your existing and external identity platforms. - Apply 2FA or MFA policies with all identity providers.

Both IT teams and end users are afflicted by password reset tickets. IT teams will often push more urgent issues down the queue to ensure that users don't have their work put on hold while their passwords reset. Password reset tickets can be costly if they aren't addressed promptly. Nearly 30 percent of all help desk tickets were caused by forgotten passwords. It is not surprising that large companies have spent more than $1 million to resolve password-related help desk requests. It is a good habit to change passwords regularly, as it helps prevent cyberattacks caused by stolen credentials. Security experts recommend that administrators ensure that users change their passwords regularly and have password expiration policies in place.

ActiveBatch by Redwood is a centralized workload automation platform, that seamlessly connects and automates processes across critical systems like Informatica, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft and more. Use ActiveBatch's low-code Super REST API adapter, intuitive drag-and-drop workflow designer, over 100 pre-built job steps and connectors, available for on-premises, cloud or hybrid environments. Effortlessly manage your processes and maintain visibility with real-time monitoring and customizable alerts via emails or SMS to ensure SLAs are achieved. Experience unparalleled scalability with Managed Smart Queues, optimizing resources for high-volume workloads and reducing end-to-end process times. ActiveBatch holds ISO 27001 and SOC 2, Type II certifications, encrypted connections, and undergoes regular third-party tests. Benefit from continuous updates and unwavering support from our dedicated Customer Success team, providing 24x7 assistance and on-demand training to ensure your success.

JS7 JobScheduler, an Open Source Workload Automation System, is designed for performance and resilience. JS7 implements state-of-the-art security standards. It offers unlimited performance for parallel executions of jobs and workflows. JS7 provides cross-platform job execution and managed file transfer. It supports complex dependencies without the need for coding. The JS7 REST-API allows automation of inventory management and job control. JS7 can operate thousands of Agents across any platform in parallel. Platforms - Cloud scheduling for Docker®, OpenShift®, Kubernetes® etc. - True multi-platform scheduling on premises, for Windows®, Linux®, AIX®, Solaris®, macOS® etc. - Hybrid cloud and on-premises use User Interface - Modern GUI with no-code approach for inventory management, monitoring, and control using web browsers - Near-real-time information provides immediate visibility to status changes, log outputs of jobs and workflows. - Multi-client functionality, role-based access management - OIDC authentication and LDAP integration High Availability - Redundancy & Resilience based on asynchronous design and autonomous Agents - Clustering of all JS7 Products, automatic fail-over and manual switch-over

JDisc Discovery is a powerful IT asset management and network discovery tool, designed to provide organizations with clear, real-time insights into their entire IT environment. By automatically scanning the network, it identifies and catalogs devices, from physical servers and workstations to virtual machines and network appliances, giving users a detailed inventory of their assets. The tool captures essential data such as hardware specifications, installed software, system configurations, and interdependencies among devices. A key advantage of JDisc Discovery is its agentless architecture. Rather than requiring installation on each device, it uses multiple protocols (like SNMP, SSH, WMI) to gather information, ensuring quick deployment and compatibility across various operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and Unix. This makes it ideal for diverse and dynamic IT ecosystems, enabling efficient and non-intrusive data collection.

Stonebranch’s Universal Automation Center (UAC) is a Hybrid IT automation platform, offering real-time management of tasks and processes within hybrid IT settings, encompassing both on-premises and cloud environments. As a versatile software platform, UAC streamlines and coordinates your IT and business operations, while ensuring the secure administration of file transfers and centralizing IT job scheduling and automation solutions. Powered by event-driven automation technology, UAC empowers you to achieve instantaneous automation throughout your entire hybrid IT landscape. Enjoy real-time hybrid IT automation for diverse environments, including cloud, mainframe, distributed, and hybrid setups. Experience the convenience of Managed File Transfers (MFT) automation, effortlessly managing and orchestrating file transfers between mainframes and systems, seamlessly connecting with AWS or Azure cloud services.