ExtraHop RevealX Network Performance Monitoring Overview

This white paper explains the functionality of ExtraHop RevealX Network Performance Monitoring (NPM) and its approach to transforming network data into real-time insights. It details the stream processing capabilities, which include full content analysis, line-rate decryption, and machine learning for anomaly detection. The document outlines how the stream processor operates at high speeds to decrypt SSL/TLS traffic, reconstruct TCP state machines, and decode various protocols. It emphasizes the importance of full-content analysis, which provides comprehensive metrics on network performance, including database access times and error rates. Additionally, the paper discusses the programmable insights feature, allowing users to customize the data they receive based on their specific needs. The machine learning service is also highlighted, detailing its ability to detect anomalies across multiple categories within the network environment. Overall, the document provides a detailed look at the capabilities and architecture of ExtraHop RevealX NPM.