The new installation process considerably streamlines and integrates LiveSecurity Broadcast Service registration, software download, and Firebox configuration to make the process quick and painless.
Dynamic VPN Configuration Protocol (DVCP)WatchGuard's new DVCP protocol designates VPN gateways as servers enabling easier setup of VPN tunnels and the ability to configure "hub and spoke" VPN networks with WatchGuard SOHO and Telecommuter devices.
Time Based Log Rolling and ReportsLogs can now be rolled to a backup file based on time or size. You control the name of the backup file as well as the number of backed up files.
Web Based ReportingReports are written to a file using HTML so that they can be posted to an Intranet or Web-enabled e-mail application.
G2/RTSP Proxy ServiceThe new RTSP Proxy service provides the ability to incorporate streaming of RealSystem G2 content as well as supporting QuickTime media streaming.
SecurID AuthenticationWatchGuard expands its offering of server types for user authentication to include SecurID.
Enhanced Network Address TranslationWatchGuard simplifies our implementation of dynamic outgoing network address translation and incoming static NAT making it quicker to configure and easier to troubleshoot.
Improvements in Ease of UseA variety of improvements have been made to the Control Center software to enhance each of us:
The utility of the online help system is greatly improved with the addition of an index, full-text search, and expandable table of contents. In addition, a dynamic, continually updated version of the help system is available online at help.watchguard.com.
High Availability OptionHigh Availability 1.0 is an optional feature enabling one Firebox to take over for a failed Firebox with virtually no delay.
VPN Manager OptionVPN Manager 1.0 is an optional feature that enhances the Control Center display to include real-time information about the status of branch office and remote user tunnels as well as both the primary and secondary Fireboxes in high availability mode. The expandable tree display clearly indicates which tunnels are passing traffic and which are experiencing difficulty.
WatchGuard SOHO and TelecommuterThe WatchGuard SOHO and Telecommuter security devices for the cable and DSL modem user are now fully integrated with the LiveSecurity System. Protect small offices and telecommuters with a hardware device that connect directly to the Firebox over a VPN.
Name and Field ChangesTo clarify the use of some applications and fields, we made the following name changes or removals: