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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Cisco IOS Security

    Score9.6 out of 10
    N/AIOS Security from Cisco is network security technology.N/A

    McAfee Total Protection (discontinued)

    Score4.7 out of 10
    N/AMcAfee's Total Protection included antivirus and antimalware offerings for home and small businesses or home offices. This product line is not a focus for Trellix, the brand formed from the merger of McAfee and FireEye that offers business grade products. Trellix Endpoint Security is the company's product line for business endpoint security.

    $24.99

    per year (2 year subscription, 5 devices)

    Pricing
    Cisco IOS SecurityMcAfee Total Protection (discontinued)
    Editions & Modules
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    Multi-Device
    $24.99
    per year (2 year subscription, 5 devices)
    Individual
    $29.99 ($79.99)
    1st year price (subsequent years)
    Family
    $29.99
    per year (2 year subscription, 10 devices)
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Cisco IOS SecurityMcAfee Total Protection (discontinued)
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Norton 360
    Score7.8 out of 10
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    Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
    Score9 out of 10
    Malwarebytes
    Score8.8 out of 10
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    Score9 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    Cisco IOS SecurityMcAfee Total Protection (discontinued)
    Likelihood to Recommend
    10.0
    (5 ratings)
    9.0
    (3 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Usability
    9.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Support Rating
    9.0
    (2 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Cisco IOS SecurityMcAfee Total Protection (discontinued)
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Cisco
    We used to access list remote login to the switches for only network admin from specific vlan. And allow some vendor server to connect for snmp messages. This has allowed us to monitor with external vendor while keeping security tight and audit for users. In other hand we had to use external solution for NAC
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    I think McAfee is great to have whether it's for work or for personal use. While it has some drawbacks, I like the peace of mind of feeling safe when I'm browsing the web/email, especially when my computer has sensitive/confidential information, knowing that McAfee will immediately detect any threats. The UI is extremely easy to navigate, which makes it easy for users regardless of how tech-savvy they are.
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    Pros
    Cisco
    • Authentication.
    • Access lists.
    • Port security.
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    • Excellent protection of all internet connected assets on our VPN.
    • Constant updates of needed security patches that ensure our network and systems are protected from current and emerging/potential threats.
    • Prompt and reliable customer service that provides needed answers and expertise in a crisis.
    • Strategic whitepapers on emerging cyber threats and McAfee solutions to resolve them before they become a problem for my team or our clients.
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    Cons
    Cisco
    • Cisco could provide an initial set up script for those are not used to the CLI (Command Line Interface). With that initial script, people could easily deploy the security features instead of having to learn how to use the commands.
    • The web interface that Cisco provides with the routers, although it’s useful to set up the security features, it could also have some sort of tutorials to help people understand the main concepts of iOS security.
    • You have to license iOS security separately from the main OS. For that reason, sometimes it tends to be a little expensive if you have a small business.
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    • Price - Extremely high price tag for many of the solutions.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Cisco
    No answers on this topic
    Discontinued Products
    McAfee has consistently delivered on its stated goals of providing comprehensive protection for our networks and systems. Due to their excellent work and follow through I have been, and will continue to be a loyal customer.
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    Usability
    Cisco
    Cisco IOS Security usibility require a network administrator or an engineer with CCNA knowledge to know how to handle and configure Cisco IOS Security. The Cisco IOS Security usability once you know your way is smooth and very helpful. Even for new commands you can just type question mark and the new commands will pop on the screen.
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    Support Rating
    Cisco
    Cisco has the best Support team that gives us 24/7 support as we need. Cisco has huge detailed documentation for design, implementation, and troubleshooting all areas of the IOS security. There are many communities discussing all Cisco devices and solutions for studying groups and for customers to share their stories, technical problem and solutions.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Cisco
    IOS Security is a bonus feature when you purchase Cisco devices. It is great to have a vendor provide equipment to go above and beyond the minimal needs for business operation. Having security at the downstream edge of our organization provides a sense of ease from potential attacks.
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    I haven't used Norton for a while, but when I did use it I felt that it slowed down my computer and had constant pop-ups, which were both equally frustrating and annoying. It was also very difficult to remove from my computer. Malwarebytes is a great, straightforward program I've used for virus scanning. It's pretty bare bones but I think if you just want something to scan for viruses it gets the job done quickly and reliably. In my opinion McAfee offers similar benefits as Norton but its more intuitive and doesn't impact system performance.
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    Return on Investment
    Cisco
    • There are no negative impacts. ROI Is great as hardware lasts for ever.
    • Never needs a reboot for standard maintenance. Less downtime
    • Less downtime means better customer service. Our customers reach us without difficulty
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    • Blocks unsafe websites
    • Virus detection and removal
    • Protects sensitive data
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