Functions & Benefits

By combining fast image processing with text and behavior analysis, NetOp Netfilter distinguishes safe from unsafe contents with almost perfect accuracy.

Functions & Benefits in detail

Reliable, continually updated content filter - NetOp Netfilter pursues a 100% dynamic approach and so is not dependent on URL lists that quickly become obsolete, unlike many other solutions. This means that even new websites can always be reliably analyzed and filtered in real time without any updating.

Simple blocking of unwanted web content - Block websites with the following content easily at the click of a mouse using built-in content categories: pornography, hate, racism & discrimination, violence & vulgar humor, copyright violations, illegal or dangerous activities, dating and gambling. You can also create your own categories based on URL lists.

Outstanding filter accuracy - Reliably identify unwanted content through a combination of leading technologies for professional text and image analysis and intelligent analysis of surfing behavior.

Custom configuration options - Adapt the software flexibly using configurable filter sensitivity, white lists, access control lists and time-specific filter settings.

Blocking of chat and file-sharing programs - Use the Netfilter client modules to suppress the execution of any chat and file-sharing programs centrally at the click of a mouse.

Blocking unwanted file types - Prevent the downloading of certain files or file types simply by specifying the file extension (e.g. ‘.divx', ‘.exe') or fragments of the file name. Reliably block MP3 files even if the file extension is deliberately modified, by analyzing the file header. Limit the network load by blocking streaming media and files above a certain size.

Easy integration of laptops and home workstations - Integrate computers outside the network fully and securely and administer them centrally using the free Business Desktop module.

Virtually maintenance-free operation - Use the dynamic, self-teaching filter technology and automated program updates to reduce required maintenance to a minimum.

Comprehensive logging and statistics - Log all activities and events centrally, down to user level if necessary, and view them graphically at any time. Integrate PCs outside the network using the free Business Desktop module.

Efficient administration - Use the intuitively operated Netfilter Admin management console to perform all configuration and maintenance tasks and view reports and logs remotely, saving you time. The flexible user management allows you to create multiple administrator accounts with different rights.

High scalability - Adapt the program to any network size using multiple centrally administered Netfilter installations.

More Information (PDF)

» Datasheet: Netfilter Business

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Modules

Netfilter Proxy Server: Central server module for filtering web content

Netfilter Admin: Console for (remote) administration and configuration

eClient Module*: Add-on module for desktop PCs. Allows you to block chat and P2P file-sharing programs and log user names.

Business Desktop*: Extended eClient module for mobile PCs

MySQL database module*: Database for extended logging and reporting. Required if using the Business Desktop module.

* optional

Platform Support

Netfilter Proxy Server: Windows NT, 2000, 2003 , 2008 (incl. all server editions)

Netfilter Admin: Windows NT, 2000, 2003, 2008, XP, Vista

Client PCs: All operating systems (Windows, Mac, Linux ...), Internetbrowsers with configurable proxy settings

eClient module: Windows 9x/Me/2000/XP/Vista

Business Desktop: Windows 2000/XP/Vista, requires Netfilter with MySQL

Licensing

License model:
Perpetual licensing per protected user. Support and NetOp Upgrade Insurance for 1 year.

Flexible purchasing options available.

Supplementary solutions:

» NetOp Process Control