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A FortiGate Firewall is a next-generation firewall (NGFW) developed by Fortinet. It's designed to protect networks from cyber threats by controlling incoming and outgoing traffic based on predefined security rules and advanced threat intelligence. Here's a simple explanation What is FortiGate Firewall?FortiGate is a security device that monitors and filters network traffic between internal (trusted) and external (untrusted) networks like the Internet. It helps prevent unauthorized access, malware attacks, and data breaches. Key Features: Firewall Protection: Controls network traffic using policies and rules. VPN (Virtual Private Network): Allows secure remote connections for users and branch offices. IPS (Intrusion Prevention System): Detects and blocks network attacks in real-time. Web Filtering: Blocks malicious or inappropriate websites. Antivirus & Anti-Malware: Scans traffic to remove viruses and malware. Application Control: Identifies and controls applications (like Facebook, YouTube, etc.). Traffic Shaping (QoS): Manages and prioritizes bandwidth for critical applications. High Availability (HA): Ensures network uptime with backup firewall systems. Types of Deployment: Perimeter Firewall: Between internal network and Internet. Internal Segmentation Firewall: Between departments or network zones. Data Center Firewall: Protects servers and databases. Cloud Firewall: For virtual environments and cloud networks. Why FortiGate is Popular: Easy to configure and manage (via GUI or CLI). Integrated with FortiOS (a powerful security operating system). High performance with hardware acceleration (FortiASIC). Centralized management using FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer.

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