Appendix G

Trend Micro ProtectLink Gateway Service

ProtectLink > Web Protection

The Web Protection features are provided by the Router. Configure the website filtering settings on this screen.

ProtectLink > Web Protection

Web Protection

Enable URL Filtering  To filter website addresses (URLs), select this option.

Enable Web Reputation  To block potentially malicious websites, select this option.

URL Filtering

Reset Counter  The Router counts the number of attempted visits to a restricted URL. To reset the counter to zero, click Reset Counter.

For each URL category, select the appropriate Filtering option. If you want to filter a sub-category, click + to view

the sub-categories for each category. Then select the appropriate Filtering option:

Business Hours  To filter this URL category during the business hours you have specified, select this option.

Leisure Hours  To filter this URL category during non‑business hours, select this option.

Instances Blocked  The number of attempted visits is displayed.

Business Hour Setting

Business Days  Select the appropriate days. The default days are Mon. through Fri.

Business Times  To specify entire days, keep the default, All day (24 hours). To specify hours, select Specify business hours. For morning hours, select Morning, and then select the appropriate From and To times. For afternoon hours, select Afternoon, and then select the appropriate From and To times.

Web Reputation

Select the appropriate security level:

High  This level blocks a higher number of potentially malicious websites but also increases the risk of false positives. (A false positive is a website that can be trusted but seems potentially malicious.)

Medium  This level blocks most potentially malicious websites and does not create too many false positives. The default is Medium and is the recommended setting.

Low  This level blocks fewer potentially malicious websites and reduces the risk of false positives.

Approved URLs

You can designate up to 20 trusted URLs that will always be accessible.

Enable Approved URL list  To set up a list of always accessible URLs, select this option.

URL(s) to approve  Enter the trusted URL(s). Separate multiple URLs with semicolons (“;”).

Add  To add the URLs, click Add.

Approved URLs list  The trusted URLs are displayed. To delete a URL, click its trash can icon.

Approved Clients

You can designate up to 20 trusted clients (local IP addresses) that will always have access to filtered URLs.

Enable Approved Client list  To set up a list of trusted clients, select this option.

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RV042 specifications

The Linksys RV042 is a robust and versatile VPN router designed for small to medium-sized businesses, offering a wide array of features that cater to networking demands. Boasting dual WAN ports, the RV042 allows users to have two internet connections, providing load balancing and failover capabilities. This means that the router can automatically switch to a secondary Internet connection if the primary fails, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity crucial for business operations.

A key feature of the RV042 is its support for Virtual Private Networking (VPN). It can accommodate up to 50 VPN tunnels simultaneously, enabling secure remote access for employees who need to connect to the office network from various locations. The router supports both PPTP and L2TP/IPsec protocols, which provide a layer of encryption, ensuring that data remains secure while transmitted over public networks.

In terms of connectivity, the Linksys RV042 is equipped with four Ethernet ports, supporting speeds of up to 1 Gbps through its LAN (Local Area Network) connections. This allows for high-speed data transfer within the office premises, making it suitable for bandwidth-intensive applications such as video conferencing and large file transfers. Additionally, the router features an integrated firewall, which helps protect the network from external threats by filtering incoming and outgoing traffic.

The RV042 also excels in its Quality of Service (QoS) capabilities, which enable users to prioritize traffic for more critical applications. This is particularly beneficial in environments where multiple applications rely on the same bandwidth, allowing businesses to maintain optimal performance for essential tasks.

For businesses looking to manage their network more effectively, the RV042 offers a web-based interface that simplifies configuration and monitoring. The user-friendly dashboard allows administrators to track network usage, configure access controls, and set up security measures easily.

Overall, the Linksys RV042 VPN router stands out for its reliability, security features, dual WAN support, and ease of management. It is an excellent choice for organizations that require a secure, stable, and high-performance networking solution, enabling seamless connectivity and productivity in an increasingly digital business landscape.
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