What is Endpoint Security?
Endpoint security solutions protect the network from security threats and attacks. They consist of two components: security software and client software. Security software is installed in the server or gateways within the network, while the client software is installed on every external device connected to the network. Most endpoint security software include antivirus, antispyware, firewall, and intrusion prevention systems that provide basic protection to the network and devices.
Why is Endpoint Security so Important?
As most internet service providers have a distributed architecture, a security solution positioned at the network level is not enough to limit the threat of attacks. Most attacks on endpoint systems are sourced from the Web.
For consumers, most threats originate from web interactions and peer-to-peer usage. As these threats target specific systems, it is becoming difficult to detect and defeat threats at the network level. Many end-users are adopting the endpoint security system to help detect such threats.
In fact, a big reason driving the anticipated 11.11 percent CAGR of the Global Security Software Market during the 2014-2019 period has to do with the fact that at the end of the day, security software has become an essential business tool for most companies.
How is Endpoint Security Contributing to Market Growth?
In 2014, the Endpoint Security segment accounted for just over half of the shares in the Global Security Software Market.
Endpoint security is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period. This can be attributed to the high level of network security required in the corporate sector. With the increase in the number of attacks and threats of hackers, the need for advanced security solutions is rising.
In addition, as critical data is increasingly being transferred over the internet, there is a significant increase in the adoption of endpoint security solutions among enterprises and government organizations. The increased use of mobile devices for professional and personal use is contributing to the growing demand for endpoint security as these devices are highly vulnerable to attacks.
Also, the increased need for regulatory compliance in the Financial and Government sectors is compelling users to adopt endpoint security.
