Data security achieved by use of gigabit ethernet and standard ethernet filtering

摘要

A system and method for transporting data are provided. A first domain includes a first plurality of filters in a first communications channel including a common portion. A second domain includes a second plurality of filters in a second communications channel including the common portion. The first and second plurality of filters employ first and second plurality of filtering criteria. A plurality of managers, each coupled to one of the first and second plurality of filters, includes a mechanism for configuring the one of the first plurality of filters and the second plurality of filters. At least one control terminal is coupled to the plurality of managers for controlling the plurality of managers.