

Bottom LineįortiClient is a comprehensive anti-virus program that also offers versatile parental controls. The app also got stuck for a few minutes in the initial scan during testing, but it eventually got going again and completed the process with no further interruptions. Long installation: FortiClient completes an initial virus scan before installation, which is an important security step, but it also makes the installation process significantly longer than you might expect.

In addition to blocking certain types of sites, you can also choose to receive a warning when someone visits a certain category of site or you can just set the app to monitor activity on any given category. There is a list of Web site categories that you can go through to select which ones you want to allow access to. Parental controls: The parental controls included in this app provide you with a lot of flexibility for the type of monitoring and regulation you want to do. You can also run a scan manually at any time, so if you're very concerned about possibly malicious files, you can quickly find and remove them. Scheduled scans: This app offers the option of scheduling weekly virus scans. With this program in place, you won't have to worry about what your kids are accessing or what damaging programs your computer may be exposed to. It runs smoothly and provides excellent protection.FortiClient is a comprehensive package that includes powerful virus defenses and fully-customizable parental controls for your PC. Although you may end up purchasing other parts of their system like the Security Fabric, this program is a solid utility if you want to build a secure company network. Solid protectionįortiClient offers a lot of security, all for free. The manager can block specific websites from being accessed all while having one of the most secure networks available. However, the licensing is flexible, and overall, it is a bit superior to FortiClient.īitdefender GravityZone Business Security is another option that gives you the most control over all the endpoints attached to the system. The main difference is that you have to pay. AlternativesĪvast Business Antivirus protects your computer network system. For personal use, FortiClient is not the best option, as many features are unavailable. The FortiClient extension for Google barely works, as the web filter is broken. You can scan from the database any one of the endpoints available. The VPN functions as a way to attach the computer to a company network, providing good utility for a smaller business.
