What is a firewall?
A firewall is a physical or virtual network security appliance that monitors both incoming & outgoing network traffic, acting as a secure “gate” between the network & public Internet.
Who needs a firewall?
Any organization gains major data security benefits with a firewall. Firewalls are a necessity for not only large enterprises employing hundreds of users, but also small businesses, retail locations, clinics, classrooms, & even cafes.
Do firewalls stop hackers?
Firewalls close off many of the potential backdoors & security vulnerabilities that hackers use to breach networks. However, firewalls cannot stop users from clicking malicious links, prevent physical network breaches, or stop insider attacks
What is a firewall used for?
A firewall is used to monitor & manage both inbound & outbound traffic between a private network & the public Internet. Firewalls are security devices that unify security services & software to detect cyber threats.
What does a “user” mean”?
It could be your employee or anyone who connects to your network.
Is VPN a firewall?
No. A Virtual Private Network (VPN) acts as a secure tunnel linking a user to a specific device across the Internet. Most firewalls include built-in VPN clients that allow remote users to access the network guarded by that firewall.
