What can a WatchGuard managed firewall offer my business?
Whether you’re a small business or a medium business, you want security with big results, and you won’t find anything more comprehensive than WatchGuard’s managed firewalls.
You’ve probably got a firewall on your computer, and you probably know it as a piece of software, such as Norton or McAfee. Even Windows comes with its own built in firewall programme. It’s called a firewall because that’s what it does – virtually. It monitors what’s coming through your internet connection, and if it senses any nasties like viruses or Trojans trying to creep into your computer, it destroys, or “burns” them, before they can get anywhere near your system.
Things work slightly differently for businesses who need a robust and dedicated firewall system, and that’s where WatchGuard’s managed firewalls come in. Rather than leaving the firewall to a piece of software, a managed firewall is supervised by a computer analyst who updates the firewall to make sure you’re always protected from the latest threats. The analyst can be part of your staff, or a third party monitoring company. Managed firewall systems offer you far more extensive provision than a piece of software, so they’re perfect for companies who need more security and protection than their software based counterparts offers; such as, if they handle sensitive data like customer information, or payment card details.
Managed firewalls work around the clock, regardless of how many computers are switched on inside your premises, and are capable of dealing with the higher levels of traffic that companies tend to experience. Once you’ve got your firewall in place within your network, it’s over to your computer analysts to manage and support it. Troubleshooting any problems which arise, keeping software updated and general firewall maintenance are all taken care of. The cost of your firewall should include 24/7 monitoring, and immediate threat response.
We’re happy to work with large or small businesses who are considering a managed firewall system, whether you’re interested in on-site firewalls or outsourced solutions. Get in touch with the staff at oswin.com to discuss WatchGuard’s impressive range of managed firewalls.
