Are there downsides to having multiple security protections in one box?
The upside to integrated appliances is indisputable—compared to point solutions that target singular security problems, integrated boxes are cheaper and easier to use. Still, security appliances have their disadvantages. For one, the firewall and VPN technology incorporated into some of these devices isn’t nearly as sophisticated as the protections customers can buy separately. What’s more, with UTM devices in particular, antispam and antivirus updates sometimes lack the thoroughness that point solutions do. If your district has had problems in the past with spam, viruses, or worms, it may make sense to purchase an integrated appliance and reinforce it with point solutions. After all, you can never be too careful. 8. There are so many security devices out there. How do I tell them apart? Not all integrated appliances are created equal. If you’re spending the money on an integrated appliance, you should choose a device that includes nothing less than the triple threat protection of fire
