WinGate is a scalable Internet-sharing and firewall solution that manages and secures network Internet access, offering advanced user management, access control, and monitoring features for organizations of all sizes.

Key Features

Internet Sharing Allows multiple computers in a local network to use a single Internet connection.

• Supports NAT, Application Proxy, and Circuit Proxies
• Easy installation and configuration

Firewall and Security Protects the network from unauthorized external access.

• Integrated firewall with real-time status and reporting
• NAT (Network Address Translation) for clients

User and Access Management Controls who can access the Internet and which websites are available.

• User management with customizable access rights
• NTLM authentication and integration with Active Directory

Web Access Control Manages and categorizes website access for users.

• Rule-based access to web content
• Category-based filtering

Bandwidth and Traffic Management Optimizes and monitors Internet usage.

• Bandwidth control per user or group
• Graphical traffic monitor and reporting

Event and Policy Management Automates network responses and administrative tasks.

• Event-driven policy engine
• Scheduled events with scripting (LUA, Java)

Integrated Services Provides additional network services.

• Built-in email server (POP3, SMTP, IMAP)
• HTTP caching for faster web access
• DHCP server and advanced options

Extensibility and Plug-ins Enhances functionality with optional modules.

• Antivirus integration (Kaspersky)
• Content recognition and filtering (Lumen plug-in)

Benefits

Cost Efficiency Reduces Internet connectivity costs by sharing a single connection.

• Centralized management decreases administrative overhead
• Flexible licensing for different organization sizes

Enhanced Security Protects internal networks from external threats.

• Comprehensive firewall and antivirus integration
• Real-time attack detection and reporting

Productivity Control Manages and optimizes user Internet access.

• Restricts access to non-work-related content
• Monitors and logs user activities for compliance

Scalability and Flexibility Adapts to various network sizes and requirements.

• Multiple editions (Standard, Pro, Enterprise)
• Modular plug-in architecture