 McAfee SmartFilter
is web filter software. It comprises a control list of many millions of
URL's to which access may be selectively granted or denied.
Smartfilter runs as
a plug-in to the majority of proxy servers. To install the software, you simply
download the appropriate version (for
Microsoft ISA Server,
Squid Proxy,
or
BlueCoat
proxy server , configure the
Smartfilter categories for which you want to implement web filtering, restart the
proxy server and you are up and running.
If you have a
Microsoft
ISA Server or a
BlueCoat Proxy Server installed,
you can even manage user access privileges to site categories
transparently in accordance with user credentials that are stored in
an LDAP
compliant directory (e.g. Microsoft Active directory / NDS). Using
this feature, the appropriate level of access may be granted to
board level directors, IT staff, and administrators.
Smartfilter also includes strong
reporting features by means of the Smartfilter Reporter software
that is included with every licence. SmartReporter provides an
easy-to-use Web-based interface that delivers immediate access to
the information you need. Drill-down capabilities provide real-time
feedback and instant snap-shots on your organisation's Web usage and
trends by category, location, or individual.
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