Guide
Segmenting the network: cameras, IoT and guests apart
On a flat network, a compromised camera or printer sees every computer. Segmentation cuts that path. The zones to create.
Typical zones
- Staff (computers and servers)
- Guests (Internet only)
- Cameras and recorder
- Access control and intercoms
- IoT: TVs, thermostats, printers
- Payments (retail)
- Network device management
The rules
Each zone reaches only what it needs: cameras talk to the recorder, not to computers; guests see only the Internet; administration goes through a dedicated path.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does segmentation slow the network?
No, switches and the gateway handle it with no noticeable impact.
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Updated 2026-11-05