FortiOS is Fortinet's proprietary operating system that serves as the foundation of the Fortinet Security Fabric, delivering integrated security and networking capabilities across various environments, including on-premises, cloud, hybrid, and converging IT/OT/IoT infrastructures. By enabling the convergence of security and networking, FortiOS helps close security gaps and simplifies management, ensuring consistent user experiences and unified security policies.
Key Features and Functionality:
- Unified Operating System: FortiOS provides consistent security policies and enforcement across the entire network.
- Centralized Management Platform: FortiManager simplifies security management, offering comprehensive network visibility and control.
- Integrated Endpoint Protection: FortiClient delivers telemetry, visibility, control, and protection for endpoints.
- Unified Data Platform: Streamlines threat detection, investigation, and response, facilitating faster decision-making.
- Quantum-Safe Encryption: Enables quantum-resistant cryptography to protect against future quantum threats.
- AI-Powered Security: FortiAI assists NOC and SOC teams with quicker decision-making and more efficient operations.
- Managed Services: Offers management services to alleviate the burden on NOC and SOC teams, addressing the cybersecurity skills gap.
- Enhanced Data Protection: Ensures sensitive information remains secure across hybrid networks.
- Advanced Intrusion Prevention System (IPS): Utilizes AI/ML-powered IPS engine to detect and stop sophisticated threats proactively.
Primary Value and Solutions Provided:
FortiOS addresses the challenges of managing complex and diverse network environments by integrating security and networking functions into a single, cohesive platform. This integration reduces complexity, enhances security posture, and improves operational efficiency. By offering a unified operating system with centralized management, FortiOS enables organizations to enforce consistent security policies, gain comprehensive visibility, and respond swiftly to threats. The inclusion of AI-driven capabilities and quantum-safe encryption ensures that organizations are equipped to handle both current and emerging security challenges effectively.
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