What is the difference between Sophos XG and UTM?

What is the difference between Sophos XG and UTM?

The Sophos SG series (Unified Threat Management or UTM) is a very mature and stable platform. The main difference is that SG Series appliances come pre-installed with UTM 9 firmware while XG firewalls come pre-installed with XG firewall firmware.

Is Sophos XG a UTM?

Sophos XG Firewall, is our new firewall platform, that combines some of the great technology from UTM 9 with a variety of new technology including support for the new Sophos Security Heartbeat™, a new user interface, improved user-based policies and reporting, and much more.

Is Sophos UTM a firewall?

Sophos UTM 9.6 Next-Generation UTM Firewall Appliance. Protection for home Mac and PCs.

What is Sophos UTM based on?

Our Linux-based OS includes a free Essential Network Firewall. It provides fundamental security like firewalling, networking tools, routing and secure remote access. And our modular approach lets you add layers of protection as your needs evolve.

What does Sophos XG do?

Sophos XG Firewall provides all the latest advanced technology you need to protect your network from ransomware and advanced threats including top- rated IPS, Advanced Threat Protection, Cloud Sandboxing and full AI-powered threat analysis, Dual AV, Web and App Control, Email Protection and a full- featured Web …

How do I upgrade Sophos UTM to XG?

SG to XG conversion

  1. In Sophos Licensing Portal, go to Network Protection > Download Installers and download the Firewall OS for XG Series firmware from the Hardware Installers section.
  2. Copy the downloaded .
  3. Install the .
  4. Remove the USB memory stick from the appliance and then press Y followed Enter.
  5. Log in to the UTM.

What is the difference between UTM and next generation firewall Ngfw?

“What’s the difference between a UTM and a Next-Generation Firewall?” UTM are usually bundled feature set, NGFW has bundle but licensing can be selective. A NGFW is an enterprise-grade product that at the very least includes IPS capabilities and application awareness (layer 7 control).

What type of firewall is Sophos XG?

Sophos XG Firewall is the only network security solution that is able to fully identify the user and source of an infection on your network and automatically limit access to other network resources in response.

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