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When To Use CurrentWare vs. Forcepoint
Forcepoint (formerly Websense) makes excellent internet security products.
CurrentWare’s BrowseControl includes category-based filtering to block access to known malicious websites while Forcepoint’s Web Security products include added security features such as real-time malware detection.
But what if you simply want to start blocking inappropriate websites, known malicious websites, and distractions in the workplace? A dedicated web security package makes that process way more complex and expensive than it needs to be.
If you’re looking for a straightforward web filter that lets you start blocking websites in just a few clicks, you’ll love CurrentWare’s web filter BrowseControl.
This page will compare the key features between the CurrentWare Suite and Forcepoint’s product portfolio so you can make the best choice for your business.
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Compare CurrentWare vs. Forcepoint Features
Compare the key features of CurrentWare and Forcepoint to choose the right fit for you
Last updated January 2023
Forcepoint | ||
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✅ | Allow URLs & Domains | ✅ |
✅ | Block URLs & Domains | ✅ |
✅ | Category Filtering | ✅ |
✅ | User-level Policies | ✅ |
✅ | Computer-level Blocking | ✅ |
✅ | Block Applications | ✅ |
✅ | Custom Warning Message | ✅ |
✅ | Scheduled Blocking | ✅ |
❌ | CASB | ✅ |
❌ | Sandboxing | ✅ |
✅ | Internet Quota & Timer | ✅ |
✅ | Enforce Google SafeSearch | ❌ |
✅ | Port Filtering | ✅ |
❌ | Real-time Threat Intelligence | ✅ |
✅ | Filter HTTPS Websites | ✅ |
✅ | SSL Decryption | ✅ |
✅ | Block File Downloads | ✅ |
✅ | Block File Transfers to Cloud Storage | ✅ |
Web Security
CurrentWare’s BrowseControl provides the best Forcepoint alternatives for blocking websites. Both solutions provide essential endpoint security management features including the ability to block security threats such as known malicious websites.
CurrentWare’s web filtering and internet security tools help businesses maintain a secure and productive online environment. With customizable filters, you can block access to inappropriate or non-work-related websites, reducing distractions and safeguarding sensitive data.
Additionally, CurrentWare’s web filtering features prevent employees from accessing malicious sites, helping to protect your organization from cybersecurity threats. By offering detailed reports on web activity, CurrentWare gives you the insights needed to ensure compliance, improve productivity, and minimize risks associated with internet usage in the workplace.
Forcepoint’s key advantage is that it goes beyond URL databases with sandboxing, real-time threat intelligence, and Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) functions.
Both companies offer a partner program for Managed Service Providers and resellers.
Forcepoint | ||
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✅ | Email Reports & Alerts | ✅ |
✅ | Remote Screen Capture | ✅ |
✅ | Scheduled Monitoring | ✅ |
✅ | Productive vs. Unproductive Time | ✅ |
✅ | Track Application Usage | ✅ |
✅ | Export Data | ✅ |
❌ | Keystroke Logging | ✅ |
✅ | Monitor Remote Workers | ✅ |
✅ | Remote vs In-Office Insights | ❌ |
✅ | Custom Branding for Reports | ✅ |
✅ | Bandwidth Usage Tracking | ✅ |
✅ | Keyword Searches Monitoring | ✅ |
✅ | Idle Time Tracking | ❌ |
✅ | URL Category Tracking | ✅ |
✅ | Audit Logons | ❌ |
✅ | Track File Transfers To/From Network Share Drives | ✅ |
✅ | Track Downloads/Uploads | ✅ |
✅ | Stealth Mode Option | ✅ |
Employee Monitoring
CurrentWare offers a robust employee monitoring solution that helps businesses boost productivity and ensure compliance. With tools for tracking web usage, application activity, screen monitoring, and USB device access, CurrentWare provides comprehensive insights into employee performance.
Its real-time monitoring and detailed reporting capabilities enable managers to identify productivity trends, optimize workflows, and address potential issues promptly.
Whether you’re managing remote teams or ensuring adherence to company policies, CurrentWare’s intuitive interface and customizable features make it the ideal solution for streamlined, effective employee monitoring.
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✅ | Cloud Storage Web Category | ❌ |
❌ | CASB | ✅ |
✅ | TCP/UDP Port Filtering | ✅ |
❌ | Data Fingerprinting | ✅ |
❌ | Custom Content Classification Rules | ✅ |
✅ | Block/Allow USB & Removable Storage | ✅ |
✅ | Block File Transfers to Removable Devices | ✅ |
✅ | USB Activity Reports, Dashboards & Alerts | ✅ |
✅ | PC/User DLP Policies | ✅ |
✅ | File Tracing for Removable Media Devices | ✅ |
✅ | Track Downloads/Uploads | ✅ |
✅ | Track File Transfers To/From Network Share Drives | ✅ |
✅ | Block File Downloads/Uploads | ✅ |
✅ | Block File Transfers to Cloud Storage | ✅ |
Data Loss Prevention
CurrentWare’s DLP capabilities include USB control to prevent data leaks to removable media devices, web category filtering to block web-based data egress points, and user activity monitoring to identify high-risk user behavior such as attempts to use blocked peripheral devices.
CurrentWare’s data loss prevention (DLP) tools help safeguard sensitive information from theft and leaks. With features like device control, file transfer monitoring, and real-time alerts, you can prevent data breaches and ensure compliance with industry regulations. By restricting the transfer of sensitive data via USB drives, external storage, or cloud services, CurrentWare minimizes the risk of data theft.
Forcepoint’s data loss prevention tools provide excellent visibility and control over network-level data leakage. It can track data transfers over email, the web, and mobile devices to identify when sensitive data such as PII leaves the network.
While Forcepoint’s web filter does not have a dedicated cloud storage category, Forcepoint DLP can analyze files sent to cloud applications such as OneDrive.
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✅ | On-Premises | ✅ |
✅ Self-Managed Cloud | Cloud Platform | ✅ |
✅ | Local Client Install | ✅ |
✅ | Remote Client Install | ✅ |
✅ | Command-line Deployment | ✅ |
✅ | Active Directory Installation | ✅ |
✅ | Active Directory Sync | ✅ |
✅ | Windows | ✅ |
❌ | Linux | ✅ |
❌ | MacOS | ✅ |
❌ | Mobile Devices | ⚠️ Requires third-party MDM |
✅ | Remote Workforce Management | ✅ |
CurrentWare system requirements | System Requirements* |
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Setup & Deployment
Thanks to its simple interface and setup process, getting started with CurrentWare is easy—whether or not you’re an experienced system administrator. CurrentWare offers a variety deployment options that suit the installation needs of organizations of all sizes.
Forcepoint’s key advantage is its ability to be deployed at the network level, forcing newly connected devices to adhere to the network’s internet use policies. CurrentWare is an agent-based solution that must be deployed to each endpoint you’d like to manage.
Forcepoint | ||
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8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST, Monday to Friday | Support Availability | Americas 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM EST EMEA APAC |
✅ | Live Chat Feature | ❌ |
✅ | Phone Support | ✅ |
✅ | Training Videos | ✅ |
✅ | Email Support | ✅ |
English | Multilingual Support | Americas English and Spanish EMEA APAC |
✅ | Knowledge Base | ✅ |
Customer Support
Even the best alternatives to Forcepoint need to have a reliable technical support team to ensure that its customers get the service they need to make the most of their internet management solutions.
CurrentWare’s support team is available by phone, live chat, and email from 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST, Monday to Friday to ensure your business is covered. We also maintain an onboarding guide and a knowledge base full of helpful articles and training videos to ensure critical information is available 24/7.
CASE STUDY
Web Filtering Software Keeps Students & School Systems Safe From Internet-Based Threats
Exposing students to the digital world comes with a responsibility to protect them. Students love BrowseControl because it gives them a safe working environment and prevents potential bad actors from interrupting their educational experience.
Support & Service Satisfaction
The organization rates CurrentWare’s customer support with a perfect score, highlighting the crucial role support plays in shaping the overall product experience. They emphasize that strong support can be a deciding factor in long-term success—and in their view, CurrentWare is getting it right. With confidence in the team’s approach and optimism for the future, they expressed hope that CurrentWare continues to grow, noting that the company is “ringing the bell” when it comes to delivering excellent service.
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Capability
Integrating new partner vendors into their portfolio is a key part of how Fluid Helix expands the capabilities it provides for their clients.
During their testing of CurrentWare’s web filter BrowseControl they were delighted by its ability to effortlessly and reliably apply unique internet access policies across their 150+ managed locations.
I can’t stand being reactive—I want to be proactive!
You wouldn't believe how often people come to us after something happens that makes them wish they had something like CurrentWare in place to begin with.
Businesses often don’t understand the value of these security capabilities until it’s far too late.
Education is something that's near and dear to my heart. I love being able to sit with a potential customer and show them what we can do now that we have CurrentWare.
Helping them understand how they could have control over web browsing and all that is great, whether they want us to manage it for them or if they want to jump in themselves.
As I keep growing what Fluid Helix offers, I find myself looking at more of CurrentWare’s offerings; there’s a lot I can dig into there to make sure that me, my organization, and all of my clients are safe.
Reliability
Fluid Helix is entrusted with protecting their clients against the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. Part of this process is ensuring that the security tools they provide are consistent, reliable, and unobtrusive.
With CurrentWare, Jude and the Fluid Helix team gain the confidence that their security policies are consistently enforced to mitigate against common cybersecurity threats.
When I was looking for WebTitan alternatives, I came across CurrentWare. I chose them because they had the best control and price point for our needs. Then when I needed extra support to get up and running, they jumped right in.
WebTitan worked okay at first, but after a while, the users started experiencing performance issues. We manage many remote sites, some without high-speed internet, so I knew we needed to switch to something lightweight that wouldn’t interfere with day-to-day operations. Thankfully, BrowseControl fit the bill perfectly.
Our previous web filtering provider, WebTitan, needed to be more consistent in how it worked. Several times, policy updates we pushed out weren’t working as expected; we could access websites that should have been blocked or couldn’t access what should have been allowed.
I reached out to WebTitan support and got no response whatsoever—we couldn’t operate like that. I need to trust that I can send out the policy, and it’ll work, so I can move on to other things.
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BrowseControl is the best software for internet filtering. We can block specific websites and applications...[being able to] add and remove the restrictions instantly is a great feature. They have a great customer support to solve our queries.
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This software was easy to install and customize to our needs. Category Filtering is such a time saver and of course saving time is saving money!
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