The RC32365 device is a member of the IDTTM InterpriseTM family of integrated communications processors. This device is designed to address a range of communications applications that require the efficient processing of IPSec algorithms. These applications include gateways, wireless access points, and virtual private network (VPN) equipment. The key to the RC32365's efficient processing of IPSec algorithms is a highly progammable security engine which off-loads the CPU core of encryption/decryption, hashing, and padding tasks.