Web-Hosted Access Control: The Business Case.(Feature)

From: Security Technology & Design | Date: September 1, 2007 | Copyright information

Web-Hosted Access Control: The Business Case

By Bob Mosler

Examining how the technology compares to traditional access control

Web-hosted access control is significantly gaining in popularity. Companies that choose a Web-hosted Access Control System (ACS) often cite the simplicity of the solution and the appeal of always having the newest features -- without loading and upgrading software or needing a dedicated PC. Being able to manage remote sites ...

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