Firewall

Fortinet is a leading global cybersecurity company known for its FortiGate firewalls, FortiGate firewalls are designed to provide high-performance, integrated network security solutions for enterprises, data centres, cloud environments, and small businesses.
What is Fortinet Firewall (FortiGate)?
FortiGate is a next-generation firewall (NGFW) developed by Fortinet Inc., offering advanced protection against cyber threats using AI, machine learning, and real-time threat intelligence.

Key Features of FortiGate Firewall:

NGFW Capabilities:
Deep packet inspection
Application control
Intrusion prevention system (IPS)
URL filtering
Antivirus and anti-malware scanning
Secure SD-WAN:
Integrated SD-WAN functionality with centralized management
Ideal for distributed networks and branch connectivity
VPN Support:
SSL and IPsec VPN for secure remote access and site-to-site connectivity
High Performance:
Powered by Fortinet’s purpose-built security processors (SPUs) for high throughput and low latency
Centralized Management:
Manage multiple devices using FortiManager or FortiCloud
Real-time monitoring and logging via FortiAnalyzer
Threat Intelligence:
Constant updates from FortiGuard Labs, Fortinet’s in-house threat research team

SOPHOS is a global leader in cybersecurity with a strong focus on network security, cloud-based security solutions. It is founder in 1985 having headquarters at United Kingdom. Its Advanced Threat Protection, uses AI, deep learning, and real-time threat intelligence to detect and prevent cyber threats.

Key Features of SOPHOS Firewall:
Load Balancing & Bandwidth Allocation – Optimizes internet usage and distributes bandwidth efficiently.
Multi-Internet Link Management – Ensures uninterrupted internet access by automatically switching between multiple connections.
Gateway Antivirus & Antispam – Scans all internet traffic to block malware, viruses, and spam emails.
Website & Content Filtering – Blocks unauthorized websites based on categories, keywords, or user-specific rules.
VPN Connectivity – Enables secure remote access to office networks, applications (e.g., Tally, ERP), and data from anywhere.

How Can a Firewall Benefit Your Business?
Network Security & Access Control
🔹 Protects company data by allowing access only to authorized users.
🔹 Prevents unauthorized access from external threats.
Link Management & Automatic Failover
🔹 Supports multiple internet connections for redundancy.
🔹 Automatically switches to an alternate connection if the primary internet fails, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity.
Website Control & Content Filtering
🔹 Restricts non-work-related website access (e.g., gaming, social media, adult content) to enhance employee productivity.
🔹 Allows customized internet access for specific users or departments.
Bandwidth Management
🔹 Allocates bandwidth based on priorities – e.g., ERP, emails, and business-critical applications get priority over general browsing.
🔹 Ensures optimized performance for critical business operations.
Advanced Gateway Antivirus
🔹 Scans all incoming and outgoing traffic for threats, protecting your business from cyberattacks.
🔹 Ensures a secure and malware-free network.
Secure Remote Access via VPN
🔹 Employees can securely access office systems and applications from anywhere.
🔹 Only authorized users can connect to the network remotely.