Palo Alto Software Firewalls are a line of next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) that provide comprehensive security for networks of all sizes.

Software firewalls embody the same firewall technology as hardware firewalls (also known as next-generation firewalls or NGFWs). Software firewalls offer multiple deployment options to match the needs of hybrid/multi-cloud environments and modern cloud applications. They can be deployed into any virtualized network or cloud environment.

VM-Series The Palo Alto VM-Series is a line of virtual firewalls that can be deployed on a variety of platforms and environments, including data centers, public and private clouds, and branch offices. VM-Series firewalls offer all the security features of the Palo Alto Networks NGFW platform.

CN-Series The Palo Alto CN-Series is a line of container firewalls that are specifically designed to protect Kubernetes environments. CN-Series firewalls offer all the security features of the Palo Alto Networks NGFW platform, plus container-specific features such as access control and container isolation.

Cloud NGFW The Palo Alto Cloud NGFW is a managed firewall solution that is offered as a cloud service.

Flex licensing model Palo Alto Firewall Flex is a flexible licensing model that allows customers to select the number of vCPUs and security services needed to meet their specific needs. This gives customers more flexibility and control over their security spending.

Palo Alto Firewall Flex is available for the Palo Alto VM-Series platform, which is a line of virtual firewalls that can be deployed on a variety of platforms and environments, including data centers, public and private clouds, and branch offices.

Customers can choose from a variety of security services, including intrusion prevention, application control, data protection, and unified security visibility. Customers can also choose the number of vCPUs needed to meet their performance needs.

Palo Alto Firewall Flex is a great option for organizations of all sizes that are looking for a flexible and cost-effective firewall solution.

Benefits of Palo Alto Firewall Flex:

• Flexibility: Palo Alto Firewall Flex allows customers to select the number of vCPUs and security services needed to meet their specific needs. This gives customers more flexibility and control over their security spending. • Affordability: Palo Alto Firewall Flex can help customers save money on their security spending by allowing them to select only the security services they need. • Performance: Palo Alto Firewall Flex delivers high performance, even for organizations with large traffic volumes.