Forefront Review - why 3.4 stars?

Forefront Review
ITQlick Score: 53/100
ITQlick Rating:
Pricing: 4.6/10 - average cost
Category: Development Tools Platform -> Forefront review
Ranking:Ranked 87 out of 106 Development Tools Platform systems
Company: Microsoft
Pricing: starts at $2,499 per license
Typical customers: Small, medium and large size businesses
Platforms: Desktop
Links: Forefront pricing, Forefront alternatives
Shlomi LaviShlomi Lavi / updated: Mar 18, 2020

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What is Forefront?

Microsoft Forefront is computer network and server security software for personal and commercial use. The software also features various policy, credential, and access management services. It was developed and launched by Microsoft Corporation headquartered in Washington, United States.

Who is it best for?

The software has been deployed by all business sizes and types. It has a widespread acceptance in the business community regardless of the industry type. It has been successfully used in such industries as transportation, communication, finance, healthcare, hardware and software etc. Some noteworthy customers include Vienna International Airport and Allina Hospitals & Clinics etc.

Main features and functionalities

Core features of the software include unified access gateway, exchange online protection, threat management gateway, server management console, SharePoint protection, and security for office communication server. It also offers real time monitoring and real time notifications.

Credential management module of the software offers management of multiple credential types. It also offers integrated provisioning for credentials, resources, and identities.

What is the actual cost?

The cost of license starts at $2,499 per license. ITQlick pricing score is 4.6 out of 10 (10 is most expensive). Access ITQlick pricing guide for Forefront.

Pros

  • User provisioning and de-provisioning on Microsoft Forefront is automated and codeless.
  • User identity can be synchronized across Active Directory as well as with external directories.
  • Forefront allows simultaneous management of multiple credential types from a centralized location.

Cons

  • Forefront does not offer the features of vulnerability protection and virus definition update.
  • The software does not feature the services of audit trail and database security audit.

How it stacks up?

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is it the best Development Tools Platform system?

Forefront is ranked 87 out of 106 software in their category (Development Tools Platform systems).

How they are rated on ITQlick?

The rating of Forefront is 3.4 stars out of 5 and the total score is 53 out of 100. The rating score is based on our unbiased data-based algo. Learn more - rating methodology page.

Is it an easy to use Software?

Yes, Forefront makes it fairly easy to use. This product is user friendly and intuitive.

Is it cloud-based?

No, the software in not cloud based so you would need to install it locally and connect it directly to a server.

Can it be used on mobile?

No, currently Forefront can't be accessed on mobile, you would need to access it from your computer.

What should we ask during a demo session?

Differences between Forefront and alternatives?

The most popular alternatives to Forefront in 2024: ModelSim, Rational Build Forge, GitLab Software, Aptana Studio 3, FileMaker Pro 12. Access the complete competitors analysis here - Forefront VS Development Tools Platform Software alternatives.

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