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Two Companies Release NT-Based Firewalls.(Gauntlet Firewall for Windows NT 3.0 from Network...

By Ploskina, Brian
Publication: ENT
Date: Wednesday, December 9 1998

Two network security software companies introduce new programs designed to protect Windows NT-based networks. Axent Technologies Inc's Raptor Firewall is distinguished for its ability to administer distributed firewall systems from a single NT workstation. Network Associates Inc's Gauntlet Firewall for Windows NT 3.0 is termed an 'adaptive proxy' firewall, which adds dynamic packet filtering, and is designed to improve speed as well as bolster security functions. Raptor Firewall, on the other hand, uses a technique called perimeter spreading to protect branch offices as well as corporate he

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