WebSense Review
September 02, 2015
WebSense Review
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Software Version
7.8.4.94
Modules Used
- web security
Overall Satisfaction with Forcepoint URL Filtering
Websense Web Filter is being used scross whole organization. It protects from internet dangers and helps to monitor users.
- Great at managing from a micro level (one staff person) to a macro level (the whole organization)
- GUI interface is easy to use
- Takes little time to manage and maintain. Once running it keeps going!
- It needs the ability to measure bandwidth. I want to know how much a user is taking up. The fact that he/she has 17,000 hits doesn't help.
- Clients, Policies, Filters can be confusing. Maybe it's too complicated and can be simplified?
- I wouldn't try to justify the purchase on an ROI basis. It's a necessary product that you must have. It's the best in the business. Why not go with the best?
I haven't used another product at my organization. WebSense does a great job so I haven't felt the need to change and evaluate other products
Using Forcepoint URL Filtering
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
Like to use Relatively simple Easy to use Technical support not required Well integrated Consistent Quick to learn Convenient Feel confident using Familiar | None |
- Finding users in Active Directory
- Setting up Group Filters and Policies
- Running Reports can be cumbersome