Hi All,

I have two questions:

1) My client is looking for a network security solution as in managing access 
to their routers, switches, etc. They have a variety of equipment including 
Cisco, Bay, Newbridge, Nortel, Micom. Xyplex, 3Com, etc. I know that certain 
vendors eg. Cisco provide their own security protocol eg TACACS+  BUT has 
anyone come across a security product that could protect access to all network 
resources irrespective of vendor?
2) Same client is also looking for inventory/asset management of their network 
resources. They want a central asset database which would get populated from a 
number of data sources e.g. NetView, OpenView, etc. I know that there are a 
number of asset and inventory tools out there, including Tivoli Inventory - BUT 
my perception is that these products are oriented towards servers and desktops 
and don't cater that well for network resources. Any info or views on this 
subject would be very welcome.

Thanks

Debbie Sparg
Cell:      082-570-4559
Email:  dsparg AT netactive.co DOT za