markr1963

I'm looking at strengthening my internet security at home and was wondering if anyone has any recommendations around UTM devices. I currently have a Netgear DG834GV ADSL router (includes wireless and VOIP) and ideally I'm after something that can either replace the Netgear or sit between it and my home network.

TIA
Mark

ChrisB

Depending on how fast your connection is, I'd be looking at a SonicWall TZ100 or TZ200 (models with built-in WiFi available). Not cheap but we do a lot of them at work, so I know them pretty well.

markr1963

Thanks, Chris, I'll take a look.

markr1963

Looks like the Aussies are being ripped off royally again. Had a look at a TZ 200 wireless + Total Secure:
OZ: AUD1100
UK: GBP508

Exchange rate ATM is about AUD1.6/GBP

acstua

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Sonicwall ugh

they are ok devices, simple to use, but the support ive had from them is bloody awful

ive had a few now, currently using a nsa 240, bouncing around they're support for a problem they refused to admit was like torture....
they eventually admitted it as a problem but then didnt release a general fw update to fix it for ages

another option are Draytek, do some nice bits of kit
and had decent support from them in the past with various 2600, 2900 boxes

or maybe something like a watchguard firebox?

acstua

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or could self build and go opensource with something like Endian ? :P