Re: SPAM/spyware appliances or services

["Martin, Steve" <smartin () JCSU EDU>]

We had the Bluecat Networks box in for a couple months and our users LOVED it for the simplicity of the interface with 
its end-user features (white-list, etc.)  On the admin side, however we found that it simply had far too many false 
positives.  We now have CipherTrust's IronMail and I like it although the sheer number of features and settings can be 
daunting at times.  

We also tried Sophos PureMessage and didn't like their product either because it seemed to let too much spam through.  
Sometimes there's just no pleasing us.

Thanks for reading my 2 cents,

Steven Martin,  MCSE MCT A+ Network+
Network Security Specialist
Johnson C. Smith University
704-378-1297
smartin () jcsu edu


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[mailto:SECURITY () LISTSERV EDUCAUSE EDU]On Behalf Of Michelle Mueller
Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2005 11:00 AM
To: SECURITY () LISTSERV EDUCAUSE EDU
Subject: Re: [SECURITY] SPAM/spyware appliances or services


Has anyone used Bluecat Networks Meridus Security Gateway Appliance as a
spam solution?  I looked into it about a year ago and was very impressed
to the point of recommending the device, but that project got put on
hold.  I'd be very interested to hear if anyone has actually used this
device.

Also, has anyone considered using AdAware for anti-spyware?  Why or why
not?

Thanks for your help,

Michelle Mueller
Network Specialist
Mount Mary College
Milwaukee, WI

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