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Fortinet is a global cybersecurity company that provides a range of network security solutions and services. Their primary focus is on developing and selling security appliances, such as firewalls, antivirus, intrusion prevention, and endpoint security products. Fortinet is well-known for its FortiGate firewall appliances, which are widely used in enterprise environments.

Here are some key aspects of Fortinet's cybersecurity offerings:

  1. FortiGate Firewalls: Fortinet's flagship product is the FortiGate firewall, which provides a comprehensive set of security features, including firewall, VPN, antivirus, intrusion prevention, web filtering, and more. These firewalls are designed to protect networks from various cyber threats.
  2. FortiAnalyzer: This is a centralized logging and reporting appliance that collects and analyzes log data from Fortinet devices. It helps organizations gain insights into network security events, track user activity, and generate reports for compliance purposes.
  3. FortiManager: FortiManager is a centralized management solution that enables administrators to configure and monitor multiple Fortinet devices from a single interface. It simplifies the management of security policies, firmware updates, and configurations.
  4. FortiClient: FortiClient is an endpoint protection solution that includes antivirus, web filtering, and VPN capabilities. It helps secure end-user devices such as laptops, desktops, and mobile devices.
  5. FortiSandbox: FortiSandbox is an advanced threat protection solution that uses sandboxing technology to analyze and detect sophisticated malware and zero-day threats in a secure, isolated environment.
  6. FortiGuard Services: Fortinet provides a range of subscription-based security services, collectively known as FortiGuard. These services include antivirus updates, intrusion prevention updates, web filtering, and threat intelligence to keep security devices up to date with the latest threat information.
  7. Security Fabric: Fortinet promotes the concept of a Security Fabric, which is an integrated and collaborative approach to cybersecurity. It involves the seamless integration of various security solutions to provide comprehensive protection across the entire network.