Unsolicited email to people on your network has become the modern technological plague. It is primarily a nuisance, but also a security risk that creates an entry point for viruses on your network. It not only consumes bandwidth and server space, but also reduces productivity due to the daily maintenance required by the user. The result: wasted time and money.
Controlling spam is a growing task for many organizations. To minimize working hours and reduce the risk of a virus attack, spam must be blocked before it reaches your network. What are your options to protect your network?
Hosted or managed services
Incoming email is routed through the provider’s network and filtered before being sent to your network.
Advantages: Eliminates the hassle of installing additional hardware or software on your network.
Cons: privacy issues.
Dedicated security devices
In this case, the device is deployed right behind your network firewall. Incoming email is filtered before it reaches your mail server.
Advantages: Provides virtually immediate protection with minimal setup on your network.
Cons: Support, redundancy, and backup may be required but not included in original cost.
Software.
There are several products available that filter spam at the mail server or at the client level. Filters are set by the network administrator or the user.
Advantages: It can be more profitable.
Cons: Spam has already entered the network before being filtered.
Which option is the best to protect the security of your network?
In the end, it is a matter of personal preference and deciding which solution is best suited to the needs of your organization.
