Unrestricted access to the web can expose networks to illegal, inappropriate, or harmful content, leading to malware infections, reduced productivity, and regulatory compliance risks. Organizations such as schools and libraries receiving eRate funding must comply with the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) by deploying content filtering solutions.
SonicWall Content Filtering Service (CFS) delivers comprehensive web security for businesses, educational institutions, libraries, government agencies, and public Wi-Fi networks. It effectively blocks inappropriate content, mitigates organizational liability, and enhances workforce productivity.
CFS leverages a massive database of millions of URLs, IP addresses, and websites. Its high-performance rating and caching system dynamically updates content ratings locally on SonicWall appliances for real-time enforcement. Administrators can create flexible access policies based on URL categories, user groups, or time of day, ensuring tailored and compliant web filtering across the network.
