FortiOS

FortiOS: Security-Driven Network Operating Systems

FortiOS is a security-driven network operating system from Fortinet. It provides a broad array of security and networking capabilities for protecting networks, including firewall, VPN, intrusion prevention and more.

What is FortiOS?

FortiOS is a security-focused network operating system developed and maintained by Fortinet. It serves as the operating system and firmware that runs on Fortinet firewalls and security devices.

Key capabilities and features of FortiOS include:

• Firewall and network security - FortiGate firewalls running FortiOS provide robust network access control, traffic shaping, SSL inspection, threat protection and more.
• VPN - Secure VPN capabilities for site-to-site and remote access VPNs.
• Intrusion prevention - FortiOS powered devices can detect and prevent intrusion attempts and attacks.
• Web filtering - Administrators can filter web traffic based on categories, block sites, and more.
• Application control - Granular visibility and control over applications and traffic.
• Advanced threat protection - Leverages threat feeds and intelligence to protect against malware, bots, C2 communications.
• Reporting and logging - Comprehensive logging and reporting provides visibility into network activity.

Overall, FortiOS aims to provide organizations with an integrated security platform that provides protection across networks, endpoints, content, and applications. It consolidates and centralizes security functions onto Fortinet devices running their specialized operating system.

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