Compare F5 Distributed Cloud App Stack vs. Hillstone Security Management Platform

Manage and orchestrate applications seamlessly on a Kubernetes platform that is fully managed, utilizing a centralized SaaS approach for overseeing distributed applications through a unified interface and advanced observability features. Streamline operations by handling deployments uniformly across on-premises, cloud, and edge environments. Experience effortless management and scaling of applications across various Kubernetes clusters, whether at customer locations or within the F5 Distributed Cloud Regional Edge, all through a single Kubernetes-compatible API that simplifies multi-cluster oversight. You can deploy, deliver, and secure applications across different sites as if they were all part of one cohesive "virtual" location. Furthermore, ensure that distributed applications operate with consistent, production-grade Kubernetes, regardless of their deployment sites, which can range from private and public clouds to edge environments. Enhance security with a zero trust approach at the Kubernetes Gateway, extending ingress services backed by WAAP, service policy management, and comprehensive network and application firewall protections. This approach not only secures your applications but also fosters a more resilient and adaptable infrastructure.

Hillstone’s Security Manager significantly boosts network security by enabling organizations to divide their networks into various virtual domains tailored to factors like geography, business unit, or specific security functions. This solution offers the flexibility necessary for efficient management of Hillstone’s infrastructure, streamlining configuration processes, speeding up deployment times, and minimizing management burdens. Many organizations encounter security issues when their operations extend across multiple regions or countries, where the presence of various security gateways and differing security policies for distinct sites can lead to a convoluted security framework. Businesses require effective tools to oversee global security strategies while empowering local administrators to handle devices and users in their respective areas or divisions. By allowing the primary administrator to create distinct security management regions through virtual domains, Hillstone’s Security Manager addresses these complexities effectively and ensures a structured approach to security oversight across diverse operational landscapes. This capability ultimately fosters a more organized and secure network environment.