Top 5 Reasons to Choose An Internet Filtering Appliance Over Software
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Top 5 Reasons to Choose an Internet Filtering Appliance Over Software
In today's cyber-connected world, managing and controlling Internet usage in the workplace is essential. With statistics showing that 30 to 40 percent of Internet use in offices is unrelated to work, and that 90 percent of employee computers have spyware, the need is clear. Companies may face an average loss of $5,000 per employee each year due to Internet misuse. Moreover, 72 percent of employees downloading music and video can erode bandwidth and expose networks to threats.
So, how should organizations manage their Internet access? One key decision is whether to use a software-based filtering solution or a dedicated filtering appliance. While both have their merits, appliance-based solutions offer several significant advantages:
1. Security
Software-based filters have to integrate with your operating system, potentially creating security vulnerabilities and stability issues. In contrast, an appliance-based solution operates independently, reducing security risks.2. Stability
Since software filters share resources with their host systems, they can degrade performance, especially under heavy load. An appliance, however, uses pass-by technology to handle requests efficiently without slowing down the network.3. Accuracy & Reliability
Appliance-based filters update automatically, maintaining high accuracy and reliability. Software solutions can become bottlenecks, creating potential failure points that could disrupt all Internet traffic.4. Maintenance
Appliance solutions require less maintenance and can update automatically with new sites and protocols. Software filters, however, demand manual updates and remain a single point of failure, which can be cumbersome and time-consuming.5. Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
While appliances might seem costly upfront, they are more scalable and effective for larger organizations. Software solutions may be more budget-friendly for very small companies but can ultimately impact revenues negatively if they fail.An effective web filter should protect both incoming and outgoing Internet traffic, safeguarding employees from inappropriate sites and shielding the company from potential financial, legal, and security issues. An appliance-based filter offers comprehensive protection for a company’s assets, reputation, and bandwidth, all in one package.
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