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by **[Max Rotter](https://info.hummingbirdnetworks.com/resources-library/author/max-rotter)** on June 30, 2022 [Aruba Central](https://www.hummingbirdnetworks.com/aruba-central-licenses/) is a cloud-based management platform that allows organizations to manage and secure their wired and wireless Aruba networks from a single pane of glass. Administrators can configure, monitor, and troubleshoot devices across the entire network from one location, speeding up issue resolution time and improving overall network efficiency. With Aruba Central, businesses can centrally provision user access, enforce security policies, and track network activity all in real-time. This allows businesses to have a better understanding of what's happening on their network at all times, and quickly address any security concerns. Aruba Central is a great solution for businesses of all sizes. It's easy to set up and use, and it provides a lot of value in terms of security and network tracking. If you're looking for a way to improve your business' security posture and get a better understanding of what's happening on your network, this is it. Aruba Central features a number of built-in automation capabilities that make it easy to manage large or distributed networks. These include: - Device provisioning: Aruba Central can automatically provision devices, including Aruba and third-party devices, according to pre-defined policies. This makes it easy to deploy and manage new devices quickly and easily. - Network monitoring: Aruba Central can monitor network devices and performance metrics in real-time, allowing administrators to quickly identify and resolve issues before they cause disruption to business operations. - Auto-remediation: Aruba Central can automatically remediate network issues based on pre-defined policies. This allows administrators to quickly and easily restore failed devices or networks back to normal operation. Aruba Central is a cloud-based management platform that allows organizations to manage and secure their network from a single pane of glass. 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