Hi all, what Firewall OS would you recommend if I have a client that is long-distance that has a small office (less than 7 persons), and wants a secure firewall OS that can be updated with reliable updates by offsite IT remotely?
After reading the PFSense & OpnSense documentation it seems that they promote offline, physical access for major release upgrades which would not work for this situation.
Note:
- Open Source OS is preferred such as OpnSense, PFSense.
- Proprietary OS is optional such as Untangle, if the needs are not met by Open source OS.
- Hardware preferred is Protectli, Netgate, Qotom
- Updates need only be legacy or most dependable ones, no new features required.
- Office has less than 7 persons, Internet browsing & Saas use for business software, minimal graphics usage (video/images)
- Long Distance = 3+ hrs one-way commute.
- QOS, not very important as most use mobile phones
- VPN, important for remote access to office devices when working remotely
- 50 mbps / 50 mpbs internet plan up/down fiber
- IDS is needed, IPS is optional
- Client is Non Profit so they have budget limitations.
Thanks in advance for any tips, recommendations you can provide as I am open to suggestions!