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FortiGate Cloud and FortiAnalyzer serve related purposes within network security infrastructure, but have distinct functions and features:
FortiGate Cloud:
Deployment: FortiGate Cloud is primarily a cloud-based management and monitoring platform for Fortinet's FortiGate firewall devices. It is used for managing individual FortiGate firewalls or a small group of them.
Key Functions:
Centralized Management: A centralized dashboard for configuring and managing FortiGate firewalls.
Monitoring: The ability to monitor network traffic, security events, and device health through FortiGate Cloud.
Logging: Basic logging and reporting capabilities.
Zero-Touch Provisioning: Simplified device provisioning and deployment, making it possible to set up devices remotely.
Target Audience: FortiGate Cloud is suitable for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) or organizations with a limited number of FortiGate devices.
Use Cases: FortiGate Cloud is ideal for organizations looking for a simplified cloud-based management solution to configure and monitor their FortiGate firewalls without the need for an on-premises management server.
FortiGate cloud data sheet.
FortiAnalyzer:
Deployment: FortiAnalyzer is a dedicated on-premises or virtual appliance that serves as a centralized logging, reporting, and analysis tool for a wide range of Fortinet security devices, including FortiGate firewalls. It is designed for larger and more complex network environments.
Key Functions:
Log Collection: FortiAnalyzer collects logs and data from multiple Fortinet devices, providing a centralized repository for security events and network traffic.
Advanced Reporting: FortiAnalyzer offers advanced reporting and analytics capabilities, including historical data analysis and trend identification.
Security Incident Response: FortiAnalyzer can help with incident response by providing detailed information about security events and breaches.
Compliance Reporting: Assistance with compliance management through generating reports that align with various regulatory requirements.
Target Audience: FortiAnalyzer is typically used by larger enterprises, service providers, and organizations with complex network environments and a need for advanced log analysis and reporting.
Use Cases: FortiAnalyzer is valuable for organizations requiring comprehensive visibility into network security, in-depth analysis of security incidents, and long-term data retention for compliance and auditing purposes.
FortiAnalyzer data sheet.
In summary, FortiGate Cloud is a cloud-based management platform primarily aimed at simplifying the management of individual FortiGate firewalls, while FortiAnalyzer is a more robust on-premises or virtual appliance designed for centralized log analysis, reporting, and in-depth security incident response across a broader range of Fortinet security devices. The choice between the two depends on the size and complexity of the network infrastructure and any specific management and analysis needs.
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