| GFI releases new web security and web filtering solutions for SMBs |
GFI WebMonitor for ISA Server available in three versions to meet administrators' particular web management requirements
London, UK, 22 August, 2007 - GFI Software, a leading developer of network security, content security and messaging software, today announced the release of the latest version of GFI WebMonitor for ISA Server, a solution that gives administrators comprehensive control over corporate web usage and what employees are downloading from the Internet. GFI WebMonitor 4 boosts employee productivity and increases security whilst maintaining optimum use of the Internet as a business tool.
The Internet is an important business-to-business (B2B) resource but uncontrolled and unmonitored access could lead to lower productivity when employees waste time browsing non-work related material. Research carried out by IDC shows that up to 40% of employee Internet activity is non-work related and this includes the downloading of music files, usage of social sites like Facebook or eCommerce sites like eBay and browsing the web for personal entertainment. Access to the Internet also increases the risk of viruses, spyware and unauthorized software being downloaded. Such activity can lead to malicious software active on companies' systems, leading to security breaches and data loss.
A practical method of mitigating these unwanted aspects of the corporate Internet connection would be to deploy GFI WebMonitor. This solution grants the administrator full control over Internet resources to create a secure online experience, to proactively counter risks of vicarious liability and, in turn, to set higher efficiency levels.
GFI WebMonitor for ISA Server is available in three editions, offering administrators a specific or holistic web management solution. These are: the WebFilter Edition; the WebSecurity Edition and the UnifiedProtection Edition, a suite that delivers a secure browsing experience through the use of multiple anti-virus engines, increases productivity through the WebGrade URL Filter and drives implementation of user web policies through granular download control policies.
WebFilter Edition
The WebFilter Edition of GFI WebMonitor for ISA Server comes with WebGrade, a 100% human-reviewed site categorization database and web filtering technology that gives administrators control over what sites users can browse and block access to websites in particular categories, such as adult, online gaming, P2P and travel websites. The WebFilter Edition permits real-time web monitoring of all corporate web activity and also bandwidth monitoring. Administrators are also able to proactively enforce company policy on a per-user basis to filter out unwanted web usage.
WebSecurity Edition
The WebSecurity Edition provides the tools needed to create download control policies and monitor what files employees are downloading from the web and to block particular file-types such as mp3s. GFI WebMonitor increases the probability of detecting viruses since it uses multiple virus scanning engines to scan all downloaded files. The WebSecurity Edition also reduces the potential risks of social engineering by blocking access to phishing websites through the use of an auto-updatable database of phishing URLs. In so doing administrators are also lowering the risk of data-leakage from within the company.
UnifiedProtection Edition
The WebFilter Edition of GFI WebMonitor for ISA Server comes with WebGrade, a 100% human-reviewed site categorization database and web filtering technology that gives administrators control over what sites users can browse and block access to websites in particular categories, such as adult, online gaming, P2P and travel websites. The WebFilter Edition permits real-time web monitoring of all corporate web activity and also bandwidth monitoring. Administrators are also able to proactively enforce company policy on a per-user basis to filter out unwanted web usage.
"GFI WebMonitor delivers three major benefits that previously were available only to customers with enterprise-level budgets. First, GFI WebMonitor on an ISA Server can deliver a secure browsing experience for employees by protecting them against viruses, spyware and fraudulent websites. Second, it can enhance productivity by controlling access to websites such as adult and bandwidth hungry sites and, third, it aids the implementation of company security policies through Active Directory integrated features," David Vella, Director of Product Management at GFI said.
"We are offering excellent performance, benefits and functionality at a price that is affordable for SMBs. At the same time, the product is easy to use and requires the administrator to spend less time configuring and maintaining the system," he added.
About GFI
GFI is a leading software developer that provides a single source for network administrators to address their network security, content security and messaging needs. With award-winning technology, an aggressive pricing strategy and a strong focus on small-to-medium sized businesses, GFI is able to satisfy the need for business continuity and productivity encountered by organizations on a global scale. Founded in 1992, GFI has offices in Malta, London, Raleigh, Hong Kong, Adelaide, Hamburg and Cyprus which support more than 200,000 installations worldwide. GFI is a channel-focused company with over 10,000 partners throughout the world. GFI is also a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner.
About AfricaSD
AfricaSD is the Sub-Saharan GFI distributor, and always offers customers and reseller partners the very best security awareness, forums, consulting, and security training certifications. AfricaSD focuses on forming long-lasting partnerships with its clients, from initial assessment, to implementation and ongoing support. AfricaSD works side-by-side with its clients throughout the entire technology life cycle and is proud of its large customer base, which includes several sub-Saharan SME's, enterprises and government departments. True 24 x 7 x 365 support is available on all AfricaSD total e-security solutions. The firm's technical staff are fully certified and trained on the entire product range and offer a combination of one-to-one help and a wealth of technological resources. For further information, visit the company's website www.africasd.com or contact them on +27 (0) 12 665-2513, or at asd@africasd.com.
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