Compare Symantec WebFilter / Intelligence Services vs. Webroot DNS Protection

Leveraging the Global Intelligence Network, Symantec WebFilter and Intelligence Services provide immediate protection against web content, alongside comprehensive security categorization and control of web applications. This filtering service efficiently organizes and categorizes billions of URLs into more than 80 distinct categories, which includes 12 specific security categories that IT administrators can easily oversee. When integrated with Symantec Secure Web Gateway, such as Blue Coat ProxySG, you gain access to a finely tuned and precise policy engine for web application control, enhancing your enterprise's web filtering and cloud access security. Furthermore, the Advanced Intelligence Services introduce a suite of new features that enhance the flexibility and options available for web filters, content governance, policy enforcement, and security management, along with the inclusion of URL threat risk levels and geolocation capabilities. This integration ensures that organizations can adapt their security posture in real-time, addressing emerging threats more effectively.

Implementing protective filtering is essential for ensuring security, visibility, privacy, and control over internet interactions. By effectively reducing risks, organizations can enhance both safety and productivity while navigating the web. In today's digital landscape, businesses require comprehensive management to safeguard their internet traffic, ensuring it remains secure, private, and transparent. The existing domain name system (DNS) primarily serves to resolve internet requests via a worldwide network of servers, translating those requests into distinct Internet Protocol (IP) addresses. However, this crucial service was not originally built with security as a priority, leading to numerous exploits and vulnerabilities within the DNS framework. Organizations can leverage protective DNS services, such as Webroot® DNS Protection, to gain greater control over their networks while ensuring the necessary security, privacy, and visibility for their IT infrastructure and users, including those operating remotely. This solution's main objective is to establish a robust, private, and manageable connection to the internet. Additionally, automated filtering powered by Webroot BrightCloud® Internet Threat Intelligence effectively blocks harmful requests, further enhancing the protection of online activities. As a result, businesses can confidently navigate the complexities of the internet with a fortified defense against potential threats.