Looking at Microsoft Forefront Client Security

I had an opportunity to watch a short video on Microsoft Forefront Client Security, the long awaited MS Enterprise Anti-Spyware and Anti-Virus package.

Long-time readers of my blog will know that I’ve harped on about the lack of credible Enterprise Anti-Spyware packages many a time, so I’ve been waiting for news on Microsoft’s offering with anticipation.

First impressions are that it looks impressive. The software integrates with Active Directory, and appears to have some really good reporting features.

As it stands, I recommend AVG Anti-Virus to most of my SME customers for it’s good feature set and relatively low-cost, but don’t have any real Anti-Spyware preferences – certainly not for any centrally managed solutions. Therefore I’ll be keen on getting hold of a Beta copy of Forefront to put it through it’s paces as soon as possible.

Anti-Spyware, Anti-Virus, AVG, Forefront, Microsoft, Security

RICHARD TUBB

Richard Tubb is one of the best-known experts within the global IT Managed Service Provider (MSP) community. He launched and sold his own MSP business before creating a leading MSP media and consultancy practice. Richard helps IT business owner’s take back control by freeing up their time and building a business that can run without them. He’s the author of the book “The IT Business Owner’s Survival Guide” and writer of the award-winning blog www.tubblog.co.uk

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