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ClearOS vs pfSense

A side-by-side look at ClearOS and pfSense. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

ClearOS

ClearOS

Network & Admin

ClearOS is an open source Linux distribution designed for small businesses and organizations. It functions as a network gateway and offers a web-based interface to administer network services like firewall, VPN, mail server, web server, file sharing, and more.

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pfSense

pfSense

Network & Admin

pfSense is a free, open source firewall and router platform based on FreeBSD. It has a wide range of features including traffic shaping, captive portal, VPN capabilities, and packages that add functionality.

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