We can control application filtering and UTM with Fortinet FortiGate-VM. We rely on it for configuring IP address filters, VPN settings, and point-to-site connections. We haven't encountered any issues with its use cases as a firewall.
An affordable firewall solution with enhanced security
Pros and Cons
- "An enhanced security solution for any kind of alert that we have configured."
- "The price and licensing of the solution can be better."
What is our primary use case?
How has it helped my organization?
The tool ensures inbound traffic, specifically on a specific port. We have Fortinet FortiGate-VM as well as F5 for application support.
What is most valuable?
It gives us an enhanced security solution for any kind of alert that we have configured.
What needs improvement?
The price and licensing of the solution can be better.
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For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Fortinet FortiGate-VM for 3 to 4 years. We are using the V7.4 of the solution.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate the solution’s stability a six out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I rate the solution’s scalability an eight out of ten.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We have used Sophos and Palo Alto before. Palo Alto is expensive. Fortinet’s UI is more user-friendly. You can easily understand the source and destination requests.
How was the initial setup?
We have not faced any difficulty. We recently migrated our data center from on-prem to the cloud and then established the firewall.
What was our ROI?
The solution is more reliable for firewalls.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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