Introduction
1-1
Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter describes the features of the NETGEAR FVM318 Cable/DSL ProSafe Wireless VPN
Security Firewall.
About the FVM318
The FVM318 is a complete security solution that protects your network from attacks and
intrusions. Unlike simple Internet sharing routers that rely on Network Address Translation (NAT)
for security, the FVM318 uses Stateful Packet Inspection for Denial of Service (DoS) attack
protection and intrusion detection. The 8-port FVM318 with auto fail-over connectivity through
the serial port provides highly reliable Internet access for up to 253 users.
Key Features
The FVM318 offers the following features.
A Powerful, True Firewall
Unlike simple Internet sharing NAT routers, the FVM318 is a true firewall, using stateful packet
inspection to defend against hacker attacks. Its firewall features include:
•
Denial of Service (DoS) protection
Automatically detects and thwarts Denial of Service (DoS) attacks such as Ping of Death,
SYN Flood, LAND Attack and IP Spoofing.
•
Blocks unwanted traffic from the Internet to your LAN.
•
Blocks access from your LAN to Internet locations or services that you specify as off-limits.
FVM318.book Page 1 Wednesday, September 18, 2002 5:20 PM
Summary of Contents for ProSafe FVM318
Page 5: ...iv FVM318 book Page iv Wednesday September 18 2002 5 20 PM...
Page 11: ...x Contents FVM318 book Page x Wednesday September 18 2002 5 20 PM...
Page 13: ...xii FVM318 book Page xii Wednesday September 18 2002 5 20 PM...
Page 17: ...FVM318 book Page xvi Wednesday September 18 2002 5 20 PM...
