SPYWARE AND DOWNLOAD BLOCKING
Block Spyware and unwanted downloads automatically before they enter the network. CIPAFilter blocks spyware as a firewall or transparent bridge by blocking all executable binary code, executable and compressed files, and application downloads. This feature also helps control unwanted software from being downloaded and installed on network workstations.
Block spyware at the Internet Gateway without workstation software
Prevent unwanted software from being downloaded to your workstations
Help conserve bandwidth, and increase your total control of network resources
Easy to install on most any network
In short, spy-ware is nothing but executable code that is normally automatically downloaded from a computer or included in various software applications available on the Internet. It is downloaded after clicking on a button to close a pop-up window, or from random shareware and other downloaded programs that self-generate downloads and "spy" on your activities, as well as causing aggravating pop-up windows.
Because there is no way to determine the difference between legitimate executable downloads and spyware and other unwanted software, CIPAFilter's approach is to simply block all these types of files. After installation you simply designate which sites executable downloads should be allowed from while enforcing only non-threatening downloads allowed for remaining computers and users. You can also allow certain users /groups and/or IP addresses to by-pass the system as well, or have limited access to download.
One example is allowing all downloads for staff, yet only certain web-sites for students where anything is accepted.
Manage executable downloads by:
Username or Group Membership
IP Address or Subnet
Globally white-list web-sites that anyone can download from (ex. windows updates)
Username or Group Membership
IP Address or Subnet
Globally white-list web-sites that anyone can download from (ex. windows updates)