Secure Access Service Edge or SASE as it is better known is a modern networking and security framework that aims to simplify and enhance the way organizations manage network connectivity and security for their distributed and cloud-centric environments. This Learning Path will cover the basics of what SASE is, the pieces that make up Palo Alto Network's SASE solution.

Learn the basics about network security and how next-generation firewalls (NGFW) fits in and establish a baseline knowledge to help aid you through the Next-Generation Firewall learning paths. Throughout this learning path you will learn network security, tools and techniques used to help secure your network, and how the NGFW fits into your security requirements. You will have the opportunity to explore these concepts that will help you walk the NGFW learning path with ease and comfort to aid you on your successful journey of learning NGFW! Now let's get started!

Learn about Palo Alto Cortex XDR, Palo Alto's extended detection and response platform that natively integrates network, endpoint, cloud, and third-party data to stop modern attacks. In this Learning Path, you will explore the architecture on which Cortex XDR runs, as well as look into the deployment of Cortex XDR agents and the creation of profiles and policies. You will also learn about the detection and response capabilities that are provided by Cortex XDR.

Once you've mastered the basics of Palo Alto's NGFW with the fundamentals Learning Path, it's time to continue your education with the intermediate LP. This Learning Path will teach you topics that help get further use out of your NGFW such as SSL Decryption. Once you've configured SSL Decryption, the NGFW will be able to defend your network in new ways, including URL Filtering, Credential Detection, DGA Detection, DNS Sinkholes, and more!