We deploy this solution in Universities and banks because it's private. Our company is a private company.
Ingeniero de Soporte at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Stable, flexible, and easy to deploy
Pros and Cons
- "They did what they said. This solution could apply to any scenario."
- "I would like to see better protection, specifically to protect email applications."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
They did what they said. This solution could apply to any scenario.
What needs improvement?
The configuration could be simplified.
I would like to see better protection, specifically to protect email applications.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
This solution is stable.
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How was the initial setup?
It's easy to deploy
You need the experience to configure the equipment, but the configuration is easy to deploy.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The price could be improved. Our customers have expressed that the price is high. When compared with other services, it's more expensive, but it's not too high.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate this solution a ten out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.

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