Palo Alto Network Security NGFW
What is Palo Alto Network Security NGFW?
We offer a full line of next-generation security appliances that range from the PA-200, designed for enterprise remote offices, to the PA-7050, which is a modular chassis designed for high-speed data centers. Our platform architecture is based on our single pass software engine and uses function-specific processing for networking, security, threat prevention, and management to deliver predictable performance.
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90 Likeliness to Recommend
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Emotional Footprint Overview
- Product Experience:
- 99%
- Negotiation and Contract:
- 93%
- Conflict Resolution:
- 96%
- Strategy & Innovation:
- 97%
- Service Experience:
- 97%
Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.
+96 Net Emotional Footprint
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Pros
- Reliable
- Enables Productivity
- Unique Features
- Respectful
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Palo Alto Network Security NGFW Reviews
Tejal K.
- Role: Human Resources
- Industry: Consulting
- Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Submitted Jan 2025
Exceptional & scalable features
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Palo Alto Network Security NGFW from other similar products?
Advanced security features including threat prevention & deep packet inspection. It is reliable with regular updates & robust support
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
1. Exceptional performance with high throughput capabilities 2. Scalable for small & large organizations
What do you dislike most about this product?
1. High upfront cost & on going maintenance fees 2. High learning curve for new users
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
It offers excellent security features including high throughput & advanced security features.
Pros
- Performance Enhancing
- Trustworthy
- Effective Service
- Respectful
Harshit A.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Submitted Jan 2025
Strong security, simple management and scalability
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Palo Alto Network Security NGFW from other similar products?
Palo Alto's App ID functionality surpasses that of competitors such as Cisco and Check Point. It conducts thorough application inspections, observes their behavior, and implements appropriate measures based on its findings.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Easy to Manage, More deep Inspection, Simple GUI Interface and east to deploy
What do you dislike most about this product?
CLI configuration should have been easier. Some features like User ID and VPN are quite complex to implement via GUI and they could have been simpler.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
If buying for your company go ahead. Palo Alto’s updates are great and with training engineers can manage complex features easily
Pros
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
- Enables Productivity
- Effective Service
Nasreen S.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Submitted Jan 2025
Reliable and Robust Security NGFW
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Palo Alto Network Security NGFW from other similar products?
It offers better security by inspecting encrypted traffic, controlling applications, and applying policies based on users
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Palo Alto NGFW can identify and control applications, even if they’re disguised as something else. This level of granularity helps businesses block malicious apps effectively.
What do you dislike most about this product?
The initial setup and fine-tuning can be bit complex, especially for organizations without dedicated security teams
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Highly recommended – it’s a reliable and scalable solution, but it requires a knowledgeable team to manage and configure effectively.
Pros
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
- Unique Features
- Efficient Service
