ABSTRACT
This chapter explores and defines issues and terms surrounding secure external network communications with regards to remote access, control, and management of the networked information and communications devices that are at the heart of virtually all enterprises today. It describes how mouse, keyboard, and video (MKV) signals have been used for remote access and control. It further identifies two critical areas of concern: physical access as well as possible electronic intrusion (hacking, theft, or corruption of data) via the remote access system. This chapter also discusses how other enterprise-class MKV and secure external network communications device management systems that are being developed uniquely address these issues and concerns.
