IT Glossary / Cybersecurity

Firewall

A network security device or service that filters traffic based on policy. Firewalls complement Zero Trust security by limiting attack paths and are often managed through cybersecurity services for consistent updates.

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Why this matters to Ohio SMBs

Firewall directly impacts uptime, compliance, and customer trust for businesses across Dayton and the Midwest. Clear understanding of this term helps leadership make better investments and avoid costly downtime.

Related problems businesses face

  • Confusion around Firewall causing stalled projects or poor vendor decisions.
  • Gaps in security or reliability because Firewall is not implemented correctly.
  • Teams lacking a roadmap that ties Firewall to budgets, compliance, and growth.

How MNI approaches it

We pair a vCIO-led roadmap with hands-on engineers to design, deploy, and manage Firewall in your environment. That includes clear SLAs, executive-ready updates, and integrations with your existing stack.

Next step

Share your current challenges and we'll tailor a plan that meets compliance, security, and uptime targets.

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