Barracuda CloudGen Firewall for AWS - PAYG

My main use case for Barracuda CloudGen Firewall  is for our network security and network traffic management. I rely on it most often for protecting the networks from threats and ensuring secure connectivity.

In addition to network security, I use Barracuda CloudGen Firewall  for VPN access for remote employees, application traffic control, and monitoring network performance. It helps us ensure smooth and secure operation across all our locations.

We faced an issue where our network was experiencing unauthorized access attempts and unusual traffic spikes. Barracuda CloudGen Firewall helped us by blocking the malicious traffic in real time, preventing potential breaches, and ensuring continuous secure connectivity for our employees.

The standout features of Barracuda CloudGen Firewall are advanced threat protection, which effectively blocks malware and unauthorized access. Centralized management allows me to monitor and control multiple sites from a single dashboard. Application traffic controls, VPN support, real-time monitoring, and reporting help quickly identify and resolve network issues.

Barracuda CloudGen Firewall has had a positive impact on my organization. It has strengthened network security, prevented unauthorized access, and ensured reliable connectivity for all employees. Additionally, features such as VPN support, traffic management, and real-time monitoring have helped us operate efficiently and securely across multiple locations.

The centralized management feature allows our team to monitor and control all network locations from a single dashboard, saving time and reducing complexity. The real-time monitoring helps us quickly identify unusual traffic patterns and potential threats, allowing us to respond immediately and maintain secure and uninterrupted network operations.

Overall, Barracuda CloudGen Firewall is very effective, but there is always room for improvement. One area that could be enhanced is the user interface, making it slightly more intuitive for new users. Additionally, advanced reporting and analytics could be more customized to provide deeper insights. Despite this, the firewall performs reliably and meets most of our organizational needs.

One additional improvement that could enhance the experience is faster troubleshooting support or more detailed guided documentation for complex configurations. While the firewall is reliable, having more step-by-step tutorials or video guidance could help new users set up and optimize. Overall, the enhancement would make the platform even more user-friendly without affecting its current strong performance.

I have been using Barracuda CloudGen Firewall for three years.

In our experience, Barracuda CloudGen Firewall has been very stable and reliable. We have not encountered any significant downtime, and the system consistently performs as expected. Its robust infrastructure and real-time monitoring give us the confidence that our network remains secure and operational at all times.

Barracuda CloudGen Firewall has excellent scalability. As our organization has grown, we have been able to easily add more sites, users, and applications without degrading performance. Its flexible licensing and hybrid deployment options allow it to adapt to evolving network requirements, ensuring continuous security and reliable operations.

Our experience with Barracuda CloudGen Firewall customer support has been very positive. The support team is responsive and knowledgeable, assisting us promptly whenever we have faced configuration questions or technical issues. Their guidance has helped us resolve problems quickly and maintain smooth network operations.

Positive

We did not use another solution before. Barracuda CloudGen Firewall was selected as our primary solution due to its comprehensive security features and ease of management.

We purchased Barracuda CloudGen Firewall through the AWS Marketplace , which made deployment and subscription management straightforward.

We have seen a clear return on investment with Barracuda CloudGen Firewall. By blocking potential security threats proactively, we have avoided costly security incidents. The centralized management and automation features have reduced manual monitoring efforts, saving our IT team several hours per week. While exact numbers vary, overall, it has improved operational efficiency and reduced the risk of downtime, which translates into tangible cost savings for our organization.

Our experience with Barracuda CloudGen Firewall pricing and licensing has been reasonable and transparent. The setup cost was aligned with the features and security it provided. The licensing is flexible, allowing us to scale according to the number of users and sites, which has been helpful for our organization's growth. Overall, we found the investment to be worthwhile given the level of security and functionality it delivers.

Before choosing Barracuda CloudGen Firewall, we evaluated other options, such as Amazon's and Fortinet Generation. We ultimately selected Barracuda CloudGen Firewall because it offered better centralized management, robust security features, and flexible deployment options that best suited our organization's needs.

I would advise others considering Barracuda CloudGen Firewall to take full advantage of its centralized management and real-time monitoring features. Proper planning during deployment and leveraging VPN and application control capabilities can maximize security and operational efficiency. Overall, it is a reliable and scalable solution for organizations looking to strengthen their network security. I would rate the customer support for Barracuda CloudGen Firewall a nine out of ten, and I would rate this product a nine out of ten overall.

Hybrid Cloud

Amazon Web Services  (AWS )

What do you like best about the product?

The best thing I like about the Barracuda Cloud Native SASE is the zero trust network access, integrated secure gateway.

What do you dislike about the product?

There is nothing particular that I dislike about it.

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

It Help me with Zero trust network access which is really important for Remote access for my organization.

What do you like best about the product?

Barracuda has provide different advanced features such as strong Threat Intelligence, secure access control as well as firewall protection for your organizations. Also it is provide user friendly dashboard for the management purposes. Additionally the customer support also the best.

What do you dislike about the product?

When talk about the pricing, it is little bit increasing apart from the similar products in the market.

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

The business challenge within the organization is the use of sensitive data and information. We aim to prevent cyber threats and attacks, and the Barracuda Cloud-Native SASE solution helps protect sensitive applications by preventing these relevant cyber threats and attacks.

What do you like best about the product?

The Barracuda Cloud_Native SASEe Advanced threat protection of ensure the secure access for all devices and users. It mitigate the different type of malware, ransomware and phishing attacks. and given the user friendly and centralized management system. then user can easily manage , control the policies and monitor the system. and also given the smooth integration and easy scale.

What do you dislike about the product?

Compare to other competitor product, barracuda is cost cost effective, but small business want SD-WAN and security features subscription model expensive.

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

mitigate the ransomware , phishing and malware threats for effective company business.

benefits of reduce the cyber threats and attacks , ensure the protect the data security in the organization

What do you like best about the product?

Ease of Use: The initial setup was surprisingly straightforward. The documentation provided by Barracuda was comprehensive, making the integration process much smoother than I anticipated. Setting up secure access for remote employees was quick and efficient, which was a big plus for our team.

Security Features: Security is paramount for us, and Barracuda SASE does not disappoint. The platform comes equipped with robust threat protection mechanisms, including real-time monitoring and automatic threat intelligence updates. I feel much more secure knowing our data is well-guarded.

Flexibility and Scalability: As our organization has grown, we've added more users and locations. Barracuda SASE has handled this expansion seamlessly. The ability to scale without a hitch has allowed us to adapt our network architecture easily.

What do you dislike about the product?

While the basic features are user-friendly, I've found that some of the more advanced settings can be complex. There were a few moments where I had to dive deep into the user manuals or reach out to customer support. A bit more intuitive design or additional tutorials on these features would enhance the experience.

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

Barracuda Cloud-Native SASE has been a valuable addition to our cybersecurity toolkit. Its strengths in security and user experience outweigh the minor drawbacks I've encountered. I would recommend it to companies looking for a reliable SASE solution that prioritizes security and ease of management.