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What is a Huawei Next-Generation Firewall?
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Huawei Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) is an integrated network security solution that combines traditional firewall functions with application control, intrusion prevention, and user identity awareness to protect enterprise networks.
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How does Huawei NGFW differ from traditional firewalls?
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Huawei NGFW adds deep packet inspection, application-level control, and advanced threat intelligence to stateful inspection, offering more granular security and visibility than traditional firewalls.
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What key security features does Huawei Next-Generation Firewall offer?
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Key features include application-layer filtering, intrusion prevention system (IPS), advanced malware protection, SSL/TLS inspection, user-based policy enforcement, and centralized threat intelligence.
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How does Huawei NGFW detect and block advanced threats?
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Huawei NGFW leverages real-time threat intelligence, sandboxing, and behavioral analytics to identify zero-day exploits and malware, automatically blocking suspicious traffic at the network edge.
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What deployment modes are supported by Huawei Next-Generation Firewall?
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Huawei NGFW supports on-premises, cloud-based, and hybrid deployments, as well as virtualized and containerized form factors to secure data centers, branch offices, and public cloud environments.
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Can Huawei NGFW integrate with cloud environments?
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Yes. Huawei NGFW offers native integration with major public clouds (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and private cloud platforms, enabling unified security policies across on-premises and cloud workloads.
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How does Huawei NGFW support SD-WAN architectures?
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Huawei NGFW integrates SD-WAN capabilities for dynamic path selection, application-aware routing, and secure connectivity across multiple WAN links, optimizing performance and resilience.
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What performance levels can I expect from Huawei Next-Generation Firewalls?
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Huawei NGFWs deliver multi-gigabit throughput, low latency, and high concurrent session capacity, with models optimized for small branches up to large data centers and service provider deployments.
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How scalable is Huawei NGFW for large enterprises?
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Huawei NGFW scales horizontally and vertically with clustering, distributed enforcement, and centralized management, supporting thousands of concurrent connections and flexible capacity expansion.
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How is Huawei Next-Generation Firewall licensed and priced?
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Huawei NGFW uses a modular licensing model based on throughput, concurrent sessions, and feature bundles (IPS, AV, URL filtering), allowing customers to purchase only the capabilities they need.
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What management and reporting tools are available for Huawei NGFW?
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Huawei NGFW includes a centralized management platform with role-based access, real-time dashboards, automated policy workflows, and detailed compliance and threat reports.
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How does Huawei NGFW ensure compliance with industry standards?
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Huawei NGFW supports GDPR, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 compliance through audit-ready logging, configurable policy templates, secure configurations, and tamper-proof reporting.
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What is the process for updating Huawei NGFW security signatures?
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Huawei NGFW receives automatic signature updates via the cloud-based threat intelligence platform, ensuring the firewall always has the latest IPS, antivirus, and URL filtering definitions.
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How does Huawei NGFW handle VPN and remote access?
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Huawei NGFW provides SSL VPN, IPsec VPN, and two-factor authentication with granular access control, secure tunneling, and endpoint posture assessment for remote users.
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Can Huawei NGFW be deployed in virtualized environments?
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Yes. Huawei offers virtual NGFW appliances compatible with VMware, KVM, and container orchestration platforms, allowing dynamic scaling and orchestration in virtual data centers.
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What support and maintenance options are available for Huawei NGFW?
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Huawei provides 24x7 technical support, software maintenance, hardware replacement services, and optional professional services for design, deployment, and optimization.