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What is pfSense?

The pfSense initiative offers a cost-free network firewall solution, built upon the FreeBSD operating system and featuring a tailored kernel. Additionally, it encompasses various third-party open-source software packages. Thanks to its package management system, pfSense can deliver functionalities that rival or exceed those of standard commercial firewalls, all without any imposed restrictions. As a result, it has supplanted numerous leading commercial firewalls in installations worldwide, such as those from Check Point, Cisco PIX, Cisco ASA, and Juniper, demonstrating its growing popularity and reliability in the cybersecurity landscape. This shift reflects the increasing trust users place in open-source solutions for their network security needs.

What is m0n0wall?

m0n0wall represents a dedicated effort to create an all-encompassing embedded firewall software that, when used with an embedded PC, offers a full range of essential functionalities commonly found in commercial firewall appliances, all while being user-friendly and available at no cost as free software. The initiative is built on a streamlined version of FreeBSD, integrating a web server, PHP, and various utilities, with the configuration for the entire system stored in a single XML text file to promote ease of understanding and simplicity. Remarkably, m0n0wall may be the first UNIX-based platform to utilize PHP for its boot-time configuration, departing from the conventional reliance on shell scripts, and it distinctly organizes all system settings in XML format, highlighting its innovative stance in firewall technology. This unique approach not only improves both the usability and management of the system but also signifies a notable progression in the field of open-source firewall solutions. Furthermore, m0n0wall stands as a testament to the capabilities of free software, demonstrating that robust security solutions can be accessible to all without the burden of financial constraints.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

AuthPoint
Azure Marketplace
BackBox
Celerium
Centreon
Control D
Domotz
Elastic Observability
Liongard
LoginTC
Mindflow
Rublon
SparkView

Integrations Supported

AuthPoint
Azure Marketplace
BackBox
Celerium
Centreon
Control D
Domotz
Elastic Observability
Liongard
LoginTC
Mindflow
Rublon
SparkView

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Free
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

Netgate

Date Founded

2002

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.netgate.com

Company Facts

Organization Name

m0n0wall

Company Website

m0n0.ch/wall/index.php

Categories and Features

Firewall

Alerts / Notifications
Application Visibility / Control
Automated Testing
Intrusion Prevention
LDAP Integration
Physical / Virtual Environment
Sandbox / Threat Simulation
Threat Identification

Categories and Features

Firewall

Alerts / Notifications
Application Visibility / Control
Automated Testing
Intrusion Prevention
LDAP Integration
Physical / Virtual Environment
Sandbox / Threat Simulation
Threat Identification

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