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Description
Traditional packet filters are gradually becoming outdated, as even open-source solutions are shifting towards Next-Generation Firewalls. OPNsense stands out as a leading option for features like intrusion detection, application control, web filtering, and antivirus protection. No network, regardless of its size, is immune to potential attacks; even devices in home networks, such as washing machines and smartwatches, are at risk and need robust security measures. Firewalls play a crucial role in a comprehensive security strategy, shielding systems from both established and emerging threats. The effectiveness of a firewall is maximized when its capabilities are well understood, it operates intuitively, and is strategically placed within the network infrastructure. OPNsense rises to the occasion by fulfilling these essential requirements in various ways. This book serves as an invaluable guide for anyone looking to comprehend, install, and configure an OPNsense firewall effectively. Ultimately, understanding the intricacies of OPNsense can empower users to create a more secure digital environment.
Description
The pfSense project provides a free network firewall distribution. It is based on FreeBSD's operating system with a custom kernel. Third-party free software packages are also included. The package system allows pfSense software to offer the same functionality as or more common commercial firewalls without any artificial limitations. It has replaced every major commercial firewall in many installations around the globe, including Check Point and Cisco PIX, Cisco ASA and Juniper.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Azure Marketplace
Yes
Control D
Yes
AuthPoint
No
BackBox
No
Celerium
No
Centreon
No
Cloud Range
No
DCXV
No
Domotz
No
Elastic Observability
No
Integrations
Azure Marketplace
Yes
Control D
Yes
AuthPoint
Yes
BackBox
Yes
Celerium
Yes
Centreon
Yes
Cloud Range
Yes
DCXV
Yes
Domotz
Yes
Elastic Observability
Yes
Pricing Details
Free
Open source
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
Yes
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
Yes
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
OPNsense
Founded
2014
Website
opnsense.org
Vendor Details
Company Name
Netgate
Founded
2002
Country
United States
Website
www.netgate.com
Product Features
Firewall
Alerts / Notifications
No
Application Visibility / Control
No
Automated Testing
No
Intrusion Prevention
No
LDAP Integration
No
Physical / Virtual Environment
No
Sandbox / Threat Simulation
No
Threat Identification
No
SD-WAN
Application Delivery Control
No
Centralized Orchestration
No
Dynamic Path Selection
No
Multi-Cloud Management
No
Policy-based Management
No
VPN
No
WAN Optimization
No
Zero-Touch Provisioning
No
VPN
Anonymous Browsing
No
DNS Leak Protection
No
For Digital Security
No
For Financial Security
No
For Gaming
No
For Streaming
No
Kill Switch
No
Multi-Language
No
Multi-Protocol
No
Peer-to-Peer
No
Policy Management
No
Remote Access
No
Web Inspection
No
White Label
No
Web Content Filtering
Antivirus
No
Automated Blacklist
No
Browser-based Management Portal
No
Category / Keyword Filters
No
LDAP Integration
No
Multi-Language Filtering
No
Reporting / Analytics
No
Roles / Permissions
No
SSL Inspection
No
Time-based Controls
No
VPN Blocking
No
White Label
No
Whitelisting
No
Product Features
Firewall
Alerts / Notifications
Yes
Application Visibility / Control
Yes
Automated Testing
Yes
Intrusion Prevention
Yes
LDAP Integration
Yes
Physical / Virtual Environment
Yes
Sandbox / Threat Simulation
Yes
Threat Identification
Yes