====== Purpose of Use ======
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Thank you for your interest in our solutions!

VAS Experts is a developer of software for network traffic control and analysis, and our main product is the multifunctional Stingray Service Gateway. Based on Deep Packet Inspection technology, Stingray performs the functions of:
  - BRAS/BNG (Broadband Remote Access Server or Broadband Network Gateway)
  - Carrier Grade NAT (Network Address Translation)
  - Bandwidth control and policing (Quality of Service)
  - Web Traffic filtering
  - Network Visibility and Quality of Experience.

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===== Why Stingray? =====
The Stingray platform allows you to analyze network traffic, identify the protocols used and provide channel management. Key ISP challenges addressed by VAS Experts products:
  - **Cost reduction:** because the solution is software-based, it is easy to scale, upgrade, and maintain.
  - **Ease of management:** the operator does not need to use heterogeneous equipment, and can build a reliable and efficient core network.
  - **Increased subscriber loyalty** by providing high quality services.

<note tip>Using Stingray increases the profitability of the operator's business through a more rational use of bandwidth, savings on equipment, subscriber behavior analytics, quick elimination of threats from outside and inside the network.</note>

===== Where to start? =====

At the stage of getting acquainted with VAS Experts solutions, we recommend to start with studying these sections:

The [[en:dpi:dpi_brief:install_point_ssg|"Connection Schemes"]] page describes the options for implementing SSG in the operator's network and their features.
In the [[en:dpi:dpi_options|"Options"]] section you will find a list of all SSG functions and a detailed description of each of them.
We also advise to learn  [[en:dpi:qoe:use_cases|"Use cases"]]. The best solutions are described there. This information helps you use our system in the best way.

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We wish you good luck in your business!

VAS Experts Team