network segregation

[/ˈnetwɜːrk ˌseɡrɪˈɡeɪʃən/]
nounpl: network segregations
segregação de rede
1. The practice or process of dividing a computer network into separate segments or subnets to isolate traffic, enhance security, or improve performance
Network segregation is essential for protecting sensitive data from unauthorized access.
A segregação de rede é essencial para proteger dados sensíveis de acesso não autorizado.
2. A network security strategy that isolates critical systems from general network traffic to prevent lateral movement of threats
The IT department implemented network segregation to prevent ransomware from spreading across the infrastructure.
O departamento de TI implementou segregação de rede para impedir que ransomware se espalhasse pela infraestrutura.
3. The technical process of using firewalls, VLANs, or other tools to separate network segments based on security requirements or functional purposes
Through network segregation, the finance department's servers are isolated from guest Wi-Fi networks.
Através da segregação de rede, os servidores do departamento financeiro são isolados das redes Wi-Fi para convidados.
Network segregation is a critical concept in modern cybersecurity practices across both Brazilian and North American organizations. In Brazil, with increasing regulatory requirements like LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados), network segregation has become a compliance necessity. In the USA, it's a fundamental principle in enterprise IT security, particularly for healthcare (HIPAA), financial services (PCI DSS), and government sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
network isolationnetwork segmentationnetwork partitioningmicrosegmentation
Antonyms / Antônimos
network integrationnetwork consolidation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
segregação de rede
Most common term used in Brazilian IT industry and documentation
São Paulo
segmentação de rede
Alternative term commonly used, especially in corporate IT environments
Portugal
segregação de rede ou isolamento de rede
Both terms are used interchangeably in Portuguese IT contexts

Related Words

VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network)firewallDMZ (demilitarized zone)zero-trust architecturenetwork securitysubnetaccess control list

Related Idioms & Phrases

to segregate the network
network isolation strategy
segmented network architecture
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