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INTRODUCTION
Microsoft ISA Server Edition
MICROSOFT ISA SERVER EDITION
SurfControl Web Filter for ISA integrates fully with Microsoft ISA server, in order to prevent web based threats. This edition of Web Filter also includes an
HOW WEB FILTER AND ISA SERVER INTERACT
1A client makes a request via the ISA Server for the resource.
2The ISA Server challenges for authentication.
3The client negotiates authentication parameters and requests the resource again.
4The ISA Server connects to the target server and requests the resource.
5Data starts coming down from the target servers.
6If the policy is set to block this request, Web Filter resets this connection
7If the request was blocked, the denied page is returned to the user.
Depending on whether you are using ISA Server 2000, 2004 or 2006, SurfControl Web Filter has the following features:
ISA SERVER 2000
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Quick and easy to configure | The Web Filter Configuration Wizard guides you through the |
| configuration process, so that you can begin filtering Web content as |
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Seamlessly integrates with ISA as an | You can install Web Filter directly on to an existing ISA Server, for an |
ISAPI filter | easy and secure filtering solution. |
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Ideal for implementing Acceptable Use | It’s easy to set up and maintain powerful, flexible rules that enforce your |
Policies | Acceptable Use Policy. |
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Transparent to the desktop user | Users in your organization know immediately if they have browsed to a |
| page that breaches your Acceptable Use Policy. |
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ISA SERVER 2004 AND 2006
In addition to the above features, SurfControl Web Filter for ISA Server 2004 and 2006 offers the addition of an application filter as part of the Firewall Service. This allows the management and reporting of protocols beyond HTTP, HTTPS and FTP when using the ISA Server firewall.
2 | Starter Guide | SurfControl Web Filter for ISA v5.5 |
