User guide

Introduction to Network Security
8 Firebox X Edge e-Series
The Firebox X Edge and your Network
The Firebox X Edge controls all traffic between the external network and the trusted network. The Edge also
includes an optional network interface that is separate from the trusted network. Use the optional network for
computers with mixed trust. For example, customers frequently use the optional network for their remote
users or for public servers such as a web server or email server. Your firewall can stop all suspicious traffic from
the external network to your trusted and optional networks.
The Firebox X Edge e-Series is a firewall for small and remote offices. Some customers who purchase an Edge
do not know much about computer networks or network security. The Edge provides wizards and many self-
help tools for these customers. Advanced customers can use Edge Pro appliance software’s advanced
integration features and multiple WAN support to connect an Edge to a larger wide area network. The Edge
connects to a cable modem, DSL modem, or ISDN router.
The web-based user interface of the Firebox X Edge lets you manage your network safely. You can manage
your Edge from different locations and at different times. This gives you more time and resources to use on
other components of your business.