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Protection Against Today's Network Attacks Begs for Unified Approach

By Scott Rosen
June 29, 2006

The increasingly complex security environment is fueling an innovative approach to network security called Unified Threat Management (UTM) that consolidates and integrates all of the major threat protection services into a single device. UTM can save time and money and redirect IT resources back to the business of improving the practice of law.

Even as companies are spending billions on sophisticated new security hardware and software, current research indicates that corporate networks are being successfully attacked. Data compromises are common. This article outlines the root causes for computer network vulnerabilities and how law firms can ensure better security and more efficient use of their security-related investments.

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