Learning Guide: Firewalls
firewall you choose, someone has to configure the firewall to make it work properly. The rules for access must be defined and entered into the firewall for enforcement. Firewalls are not the end-all, be-all solution to information security. They are, however, a necessary component of an effective information security infrastructure. In this introductory resource, we've gathered expert information to help you learn about how firewalls work -- and more importantly, how to pick the right one for your needs.
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| Depending on the size of your company and how much money you're willing to spend on securing your information, there are different types of firewalls that come packaged with various features and functions. Frank Prince, senior analyst at Forrester Research Inc. in Cambridge, Mass., explains more about how various types of firewalls work -- and why he thinks most companies should seek outside help when selecting and implementing a firewall.
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| | Expert Advice: Checklist for firewall best practices | |
 Expert Advice: Kevin Beaver, CISSP Our firewall expert, Kevin Beaver, has compiled a checklist of best practices to help you make sure that your firewall is configured correctly for optimal performance and effectiveness.
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