Overview
The Web Filter's Administrator console is used by the global
administrator—and group administrator, as required—to
configure the Web Filter server to perform the following
basic functions:
• filter URLs (Web addresses) on the Internet
• log traffic on the Internet
and, if applicable for your organization:
• block instant messaging, peer-to-peer services, and
• authenticate users via the existing authentication system
NOTE: See the M86 Web Filter Authentication User Guide at
http://www.m86security.com/support/R3000/documenta-
tion.asp for information on setting up and using authentication.
• synchronize multiple Web Filter units so that all servers
To help you become familiar with the Web Filter and how it
functions on the network, Chapter 1 of this section of the
User Guide provides an overview on filtering. Chapter 2
gives insight into Web site access logging, and instant
messaging and peer-to-peer setup procedures. Chapter 3
features information on synchronizing multiple Web Filter
units. Chapter 4 includes details on getting started, with log
in and log out procedures, and tips on navigating the Admin-
istrator console.
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