Calculating the Size of a Firewall For Your Network

We live in a world where security breaches and data losses are expected. According to a study done by IBM Security and the Ponemon Institute, the average cost of a data breach (from a sample of 500 companies interviewed) is $3.86 million. Moreover, mega data breaches, which result in the loss of 1 million to […]

Comparing Next Generation Firewalls to Web Application Firewalls

Firewalls are a crucial element of web security, but many IT professionals still aren’t clear on the differences between next generation firewalls (NGFW) and web application firewalls (WAF). There are vital points of difference between the two; being aware of the specifications can help make the purchasing and administration process clearer. While it might seem […]

Traditional and Next Generation (NGFW) Firewalls Explained

Sometimes it seems like malware and dangers on the Internet progress even faster than benefits and new applications. Trying to keep pace defending against these issues is one of the primary functions of a firewall. Selecting the right firewall to meet your cybersecurity needs is critical, as is knowing the difference between traditional and next […]