Inexperienced or underfunded SMEs often install routers, switches, and other networking gear without involving anyone who understands the security ramifications of each device. In this scenario, an amateur networking guy is just happy to get everything successfully sending data traffic back and forth. It doesn't occur to him that he should change the manufacturer's default username and password login credentials.

With no software to install and no modifications required to existing email systems, installation of the Watch Guard Spam & Virus Firewall is quick and easy. Once installed, the system administrator uses the intuitive web interface for monitoring and maintenance. With Watch Guard Networks Energize Updates, the Spam & Virus Firewall is continuously updated with the latest spam and virus definitions every hour keeping maintenance to the unit at a minimum and eliminating administrative overhead. Updates are provided by Watch Guard, an advanced 24/7 security operations center that works to continuously monitor and block the latest Internet threats.