Low cost web filtering on SBS 2003

[Mikeeboss]

Hi,

I'm working for a charity you are using the standard SBS 2003 and we're looking for a suitable web filter/proxy system to prevent unauthorised access to dodgy websites.

Can anybody give us any recommendations for suitable software?

Thanks

Mike

 

[Stevehewitt]

If you have SBS you should have ISA server. You can implement some basic keywork / url filtering out of the box (dual NIC's in the server, one to the LAN, other to the router/modem for the web connection).

However I would strongly recommend using the SurfControl add-in to ISA. Really good enterprise level software. Not super cheap - but good value for money.
Alternativly, try something like C-Proxy. Used a demo, and whilst not what I was after; maybe more suitable for your needs.

Good Luck,



Steve.

"They have the internet on computers now!" - Homer Simpson

 

[Saugilsr]

I would strongly recommend Dansguardian. Is the best filter I've found and ontop of that its Free!

I've just implemented it in a school. As soon as the word got out that every web request was logged -- students walk around with very nervous expressions on their face.

http://dansguardian.org/

 

[markdmac]

SteveHewitt, ISA is only provided in SBS PRemium, not Standard.

Mikeeboss,
I think you will find this article answers your question.

http://www.networkworld.com/columnists/2004/110804gearhead.html

I hope you find this post helpful.

Regards,

Mark