Preface
Ridgeback User Guide
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This guide is an early release and still a work in progress; it may contain errors. We are using this guide for training and feedback.
Welcome to the Ridgeback User Manual. Ridgeback is designed to bring order to the inherent chaos of modern networks, empowering organizations to manage and secure their IT, OT, and IoT environments effectively. This manual will guide you through the powerful capabilities of Ridgeback, enabling you to take full control of your network, reduce cyber risk, and ensure compliance with security best practices.
As networks become more complex, the need for more visibility and proactive defense mechanisms has never been greater. Whether you're an IT manager, sysadmin, security professional, or network engineer, Ridgeback equips you with the tools to identify unauthorized devices, disrupt network attackers, and provide fact-based risk reporting in real time.
This guide will walk you through Ridgeback's easy deployment process and its wide array of features, from real-time attack disruption to enhanced network segmentation validation. It is designed to serve both technical experts and decision-makers, making complex network insights accessible and actionable.
With Ridgeback, you are not just defending your network — you are gaining clarity, control, and confidence in your ability to respond to threats. Let this manual serve as your roadmap to maximizing the value Ridgeback can bring to your organization.
Why do I need another security tool if I'm doing fine?
Ridgeback helps you remove the chaos from your IT systems. Unlike other tools that add complexity and extra work, Ridgeback is designed to make your job easier, whether you're in networking, sysadmin, security, or management. It helps you work smarter, faster, and more efficiently.