Easynet Connect, an Internet service providers (ISPs) for small to medium size businesses, has launched Managed Firewalls – a range of managed security services from Fortinet, a supplier in internet security equipment, which secure SMEs against Internet threats.

The company said that the new firewalls is part of the FortiGate product series and is available as an added value service to manage a business’s network security. It acts as a filtering service and help protect against threats like spam, viruses and Trojans.

According to Easynet Connect, the firewalls are available as an added value service to manage a business’s network security at a flat rate, so there is no extra charge for each user added to the service. They are also flexible, with a range of options to suit individual bandwidth requirements; and are monitored and supported by support team.

Chris Stening, managing director of Easynet Connect, said: "By offering managed firewalls, firms can be safe in the knowledge that web-filtering, spam and viruses are all taken care of and that the security is robust enough to prevent costly network downtime – the ultimate business nightmare."

"Firewalls can be a key element in providing business continuity and reliable connectivity and companies shouldn’t wait for web based attacks to devastate their systems before they act."